"This is unprecedented, undemocratic, undermines the intent of our political system and sets a dangerous precedent for future governments," the letter states. The 19 bills are set to go to second reading later this month. The Progressive Conservative government's move to keep the 19 bills under a shroud is retaliation against the NDP for holding up the presentation of the budget in the spring of 2020, Thomas said. Pallister blames NDP, vice versaWhen asked Tuesday about the secrecy behind the bills, Premier Brian Pallister laid the blame on the NDP. The average Manitoban should be concerned about the 19 bills because "they will have an impact on their lives," Thomas told CBC News.

Source: CBC News March 02, 2021 16:48 UTC