The special committee is now ready to undertake the second phase of its mandate, which is to consider how the Legislative Assembly and the Government of the Northwest Territories may be impacted by the implementation of self-government. The committee is mindful that its role is not to interfere with ongoing self-government negotiations but will focus on the implications once agreements are finalized and the impact agreements will have on Legislative Assembly operating structures and procedures in such areas as legislation and appropriations.
During the second phase of its mandate, the committee will also consider how self-government may impact the Government of the Northwest Territories with respect to the functions of policy, programs, services, financing and administration over the immediate and long term. The committee looks forward to engaging in this part of their mandate, which will culminate with the committee making recommendations on transitional measures that could be implemented to prepare for the implementation of self-government agreements.
Mr. Speaker, that concludes the report of the Special Committee on the Implementation of Self-Government and the Sunset Clause.
THEREFORE I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Nahendeh, that the Report on the Sunset Clause be received by the Legislative Assembly and moved into committee of the whole for consideration. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.