The Ford government’s bike lane bill, introduced by Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria, aims to reduce traffic gridlock by requiring municipalities to seek approval from the province to remove vehicle lanes and install bike lanes. NDP MPP Jessica Bell raised concerns about the bill, stating that it could increase the risk of accidents for cyclists and lead to slower traffic. Despite protests and opposition, the government is moving forward with the bill, with plans to potentially remove bike lanes on major streets in Toronto without guaranteeing full reimbursement to municipalities.
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