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Although it’s too late for his family, a Saskatchewan father whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver says proposed “game-changing” legislation changes will keep roads safer.

“I have watched this process unfold, and I can say that government was very serious about making sound and impactful change,” said former MP and MLA Allan Kerpan, whose daughter, Danille, was killed in 2014 by a drunk driver.

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“With this game-changing legislation, the government can take great credit in knowing they are saving lives in Saskatchewan.”

The provincial government on Monday announced massive amendments to The Traffic Safety Act, which if approved will take effect Jan. 1, 2017. Some of the key changes:

— Zero tolerance for alcohol or drugs for drivers 21 and younger and for all new drivers. A 60-day license suspension on a first offence still applies. Currently, there is zero tolerance for drivers 19 years old and younger, and for all new drivers.