Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I move, seconded by the honourable Member for Thebacha, that Bill 22, Waste Reduction and Recovery Act, be read for the second time.

Mr. Speaker, the bill provides for the establishment of programs for the reduction, recycling and reuse of waste materials.

An advisory committee would be set up by the Minister to provide advice and assistance on waste reduction and recovery programs. A special purpose fund, called the environment fund, would be established to be funded by surcharges added to the price of designated materials that are subject to a program. The bill would also allow the Commissioner and Executive Council to prohibit the sale and distribution of certain materials that are detrimental to the environment.

Provisions are included in respect of the enforcement of programs established in the regulations. Mahsi, Mr. Speaker.