Bailey’s Law, on intimate partner violence, passes third reading in Senate
17-06-2026 03:05 via nanaimobulletin.com

Bailey’s Law, on intimate partner violence, passes third reading in Senate

It is now only a matter of time before Bailey’s Law can come into effect, as Bill C-225 passed its third reading in the Senate.
After receiving its three readings in the House of Commons in April, Bill C-225 – otherwise known as Bailey’s Law – was quickly passed through the Senate, receiving its third reading on June 16.
The act was first brought forth by Kamloops-Thompson-Nicola MP Frank Caputo and was named after Bailey McCourt, who died on July 4, 2025, following a vio
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