Bill C-231 is a proposed law about how young people who break the law are treated.

What They Voted On

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair. An hon. member: Mr. Speaker, I request that the motion be agreed to.

What This Vote Is Really About

This vote is about a proposed law called Bill C-231. This law wants to change how young people who commit crimes are treated in Canada. It's about making changes to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, which is the main law for young offenders. Right now, politicians are discussing the bill and making final suggestions before it goes to a final vote. This vote is a step in that process. It's about whether to accept the changes that have been suggested so far. If this proposed law passes, it could change how police, courts, and social workers deal with young people who break the law. It might affect things like sentencing, rehabilitation programs, and how long a young person's criminal record stays with them. Citizens should care because these changes could impact the safety of our communities and how we help young people turn their lives around. It's about finding the right balance between punishment and helping young people make better choices.

This decision was made by "passed without counting" — no individual MP votes were counted.