Posted: Apr 19, 2021 3:24 PM MT | Last Updated: April 19
Justice Minister Kaycee Madu says Bill 68 would allow cabinet ministers to speak about issues Albertans will be asked to vote on in referendums. (Dave Bajer/CBC )
The Alberta government has introduced a bill that would allow cabinet ministers to speak publicly about issues that will be voted on in referendums.
The measure, which applies to all MLAs, is contained within Bill 68, the Election Statutes Amendment Act, 2021, which was introduced for first reading on Monday.
The Elections Act contains provisions that prohibit government advertising in the period leading up to provincial elections or referendum votes.