An Act to amend the Criminal Code (bail reform)

Response to 2023 federal-provincial premiers' meeting demands following several high-profile bail-related incidents.

Legislative historyi

1. IntroducedMay 16, 2023

   Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.

2. First readingMay 16, 2023

   First reading in the House of Commons.

3. Second readingSeptember 18, 2023

   Second reading in the House of Commons.

4. Third readingSeptember 18, 2023

   Third reading in the House of Commons.

5. First readingSeptember 19, 2023

   First reading in the Senate.

6. Second readingSeptember 21, 2023

   Second reading in the Senate.

7. Third readingNovember 28, 2023

   Third reading in the Senate.

8. Royal assentDecember 5, 2023

   Royal assent received.

9. Royal assentJanuary 4, 2024

   Approved by both chambers and granted royal assent; now law.