House of Commons to rise for summer Thursday after passing flurry of bills (opens original article in a new tab)

The House of Commons adjourns for summer after passing multiple bills, including controversial legislation and reforms, while facing criticism over the Prime Minister's absences.

• House of Commons rises for summer after passing several bills including lawful access bill and justice reforms.
• Government agrees to Senate amendment to Bill C-11, transferring military jurisdiction over sexual offences to civilian system.
• Prime Minister Mark Carney absent from question period, criticized by opposition for frequent absences.