C-551 , 39th Parliament, 2nd session Tuesday, October 16, 2007, to Sunday, September 7, 2008
An Act prohibiting the commission, abetting or exploitation of torture by Canadian officials and ensuring freedom from torture for all Canadians at home and abroad and making consequential amendments to other Acts
Short title:
Prevention of Torture Act
Summary
Current status
At second reading in the House of Commons
Latest activity
Placed in the Order of Precedence on Friday, June 6, 2008 (House of Commons)
Progress
House of Commons
End of stage activity
Introduction and first reading, Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Chamber sittings
| Sitting date | Debates (Hansard) |
|---|---|
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 |
Second reading
No activity
Placed on the order of precedence on Friday, June 6, 2008
Consideration in committee
Not reached
Report stage
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Third reading
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First reading
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Second reading
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Third reading
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Details
Recorded votes
House of Commons
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Senate
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Major speeches at second reading
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