Today’s column is a collection of bits of news on various items of interest.

Fans of the SJHL will be encouraged to note that the private members bill rolling back tax on hockey players’ housing and food allowance is getting near third and final reading. This will bring the situation back to where it was a few years ago before a tax grab by Revenue Canada: So, good news is around the corner for the Humboldt Broncos and Melfort Mustangs.

Debate on anti-terrorism legislation is the hot topic in Ottawa. Current legislation is required to be reviewed and reaffirmed by Parliament, but it appears that this may not happen. The Liberals (who originally passed the anti-terrorist legislation) have now decided to oppose the legislation. Unfortunately, Stephane Dion is determined to make it harder for the police to combat terrorism—even though prominent Liberals John Manley and Ann McClellan are calling for support of the Conservatives on this issue.

A new energy retrofit program has been announced. April 1st funding will be in place for people to get energy audits and upgrade their houses to make them more energy efficient. This program will replace the old Energuide program (which had a horrible record, as most the program’s money was spent on administration.)

Also, keep your eyes open for some rural infrastructure announcements coming up in March for our area. I’ll be out and about to make some announcements.

I’m Brad Trost your MP for Saskatoon-Humboldt. I welcome your feedback. Contact my offices anytime.