Bill 66 should not allow the…

Bill 66 should not allow the changes proposed in the Long Term Care Act. They will endanger resident safety. It should also not allow municipalities to circumvent environmental and other protections, especially of the Greenbelt by allowing development. It is also dangerous to allow private daycare operators to care for up to 6 children. There are not enough inspectors or regulations concerning these kinds of businesses. The most dangerous aspect of this law is the repeal of the Toxics Reduction Act. This Act has served to protect drinking water and should not be tampered with. Allowing employers to increase the work week is also a regressive step, as is repealing the Pension Benefits Act. Both will have negative consequences for workers and their families. Private, for-profit career colleges have educational standards that are much lower than public colleges. They should not be allowed, much less expanded.