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British ColumbiaBill 4In Force

Bill 4: Supply Act (No. 1), 2026

Sponsor: Hon. Brenda BaileyIntroduced February 17, 2026Checked September 29, 2026
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Came into force on .

What this bill does

This is a British Columbia interim supply bill that authorizes the provincial government to spend approximately $23.4 billion from the consolidated revenue fund to cover public service expenses, capital expenditures, loans, investments, and revenue transfers for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, pending full passage of the main budget estimates.

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Business impact

This bill is a routine government housekeeping measure that ensures the BC provincial government can continue operating and paying its obligations while the full budget is being debated. It does not directly impose new rules or costs on any specific business or industry. However, businesses across British Columbia that rely on government contracts, procurement, grants, or transfer payments — such as construction firms working on public infrastructure, healthcare service providers, or social service organizations — depend on this authorization to ensure continued funding flows. The bill affects no particular business size or daily operations directly.

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Where this bill is

First ReadingFebruary 17, 2026
Second ReadingFebruary 26, 2026
CommitteeMarch 3, 2026
Third ReadingMarch 3, 2026
Royal AssentMarch 12, 2026

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At a glance

Bill number
4
Type
Government
Jurisdiction
British Columbia
Session
43-2
Takes effect
In force since March 12, 2026
Official record