The Ontario government, led by the Progressive Conservative Party, voted down a proposed bill known as Lydia’s Law, aimed at enhancing the tracking and accountability of sexual assault cases in court. Catherine Fife, the NDP Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Waterloo, expressed her disappointment, calling the government's decision 'shameful.' The proposed legislation sought to implement recommendations from the auditor general to improve reporting on delays and to review the Victim Quick Response Program. In recent years, a significant number of sexual assault cases have been withdrawn before trial, highlighting concerns about the justice system's handling of such cases. Fife emphasized that the bill was a minimal requirement for the Attorney General to fulfill his responsibilities in supporting victims. The Ministry of the Attorney General defended its actions, stating it was already taking steps to improve the situation. Fife criticized Attorney General Doug Downey for his absence during the vote, accusing the government of disrespecting women in Ontario. This defeat follows previous attempts to pass similar legislation, indicating ongoing challenges in addressing sexual assault case management in the province.