Status: Bill 18 was introduced on April 10, 2024
Ministry responsible: Executive Council
Overview
Bill 18, the Provincial Priorities Act, 2024, will support Alberta’s government in pushing back against overreach by the federal government.
If passed, the bill will require provincial entities to obtain prior approval from Alberta’s government before entering into, amending, extending or renewing an agreement with the federal government.
The legislation would be implemented through supporting regulations, which would set out the approval process, any requirements to be met before a provincial entity may enter into an agreement with the federal government as well as any exceptions to the legislation.
Supporting regulations would be developed based on input from stakeholders.
Next steps
Comprehensive stakeholder engagement is expected to take place in summer 2024 following the passage of the bill.
It is anticipated the legislation will come into force in early 2025 once the regulations are finalized.
News
- Alberta taking back control of federal agreements (April 10, 2024)