Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I think this is an important piece of legislation. I’m glad to see it finally coming through. I thank the Minister and the department for doing the work to bring it forward, including the research that was identified and quoted from by my colleague Mr. Bromley. Every one of us I think has seen or almost been involved in an incident resulting from somebody who is driving while distracted. The incidents that I’ve witnessed have almost always been when somebody’s texting, which is a significant distraction, in my mind, and/or dialling a phone. I’ve seen a number of them a lot closer than I’d like to have seen. So I’m happy that this piece of legislation is coming through. I think it’s important. I think it’s a great first step. Eventually we may get to the point that my colleagues are talking about, but for now I think this is a really good first step and I’m happy that the department is taking it. Those are my general comments.
Glen Abernethy on Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on August 22nd, 2011. See this statement in context.
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
August 21st, 2011
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