Bill 191: Legislative Budget Officer Act

This bill primarily affects government operations and the legislative process rather than private businesses directly. Government agencies — including provincial departments and Crown-related bodies — will be required to respond to LBO information requests within 30 days, meaning staff in finance, policy, and data management roles across provincial agencies will have new reporting obligations. Businesses that engage with government procurement, grants, or regulated industries may indirectly benefit from greater fiscal transparency and independent costing of policy proposals that affect them. The bill does not impose any direct compliance requirements, taxes, or employment rules on private sector businesses.