Ontario pitches accelerated environmental assessment for Hwy. 413 | CTV News
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The proposed Building Highways Faster Act aims to expedite construction on key projects while adopting a new environmental assessment process for Highway 413, enhancing oversight.
The Ontario government is focused on making traffic flow better and reducing environmental impact, as Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria emphasizes the importance of moving construction forward.
Aislinn Clancy from the Ontario Green Party critiques the government's plan, asserting it undermines environmental protection measures while failing to address public transit needs effectively.
The new legislation could introduce 24/7 construction schedules and penalties for obstructions, aiming to cut down construction timelines and tackle congestion in major areas.
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