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- 1Environmental groups demand changes to 'Building Canada Strong' Act●Backlash over 'Building Canada Strong' Act: Environmental groups call for changes
Environmental groups in Canada are calling for changes to the federal government's 'Building Canada Strong' Act, saying the legislation as written falls short on environmental protections. The criticism has generated significant public attention, with tens of thousands engaging with coverage of the backlash. Critics want the act amended before it advances, framing the dispute as a test of how far Ottawa will go to balance development priorities with environmental commitments.
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The Ratepayer Protection Act failed to advance in the US Senate, falling three votes short of the margin needed. The bill was intended to shield electricity ratepayers from costs tied to environmental regulations. Its defeat highlights the narrow partisan divide over energy and climate legislation, with supporters criticising the outcome and opponents welcoming the bill's failure.
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The Protect College Sports Act has advanced in Congress, according to employment law firm Littler Mendelson, which flagged the bill's progress for employers and stakeholders. The legislation concerns college sports, though details of its provisions and the vote that moved it forward were not provided. The development is being watched in the context of ongoing debates over the regulation of collegiate athletics.