Standing Order 130 — Private-Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short notice from the House of Commons published in the Canada Gazette on May 8, 2021. It records that Standing Order 130, about notices for intended applications for private bills, was previously published in the Gazette on September 19, 2020 and gives a contact for more information.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 (rules on notices for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Canada Gazette on September 19, 2020.
• Points readers to the Private Members' Business Office, House of Commons for more information.
• Provides contact details: West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Is signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or groups planning to apply for a private bill in Parliament.
• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle or advise on private bills.
• It is unclear from the notice whether any other groups are directly affected.

Why it matters#

• If you want to start or support a private bill, this tells you which standing order sets the notice rules and where to get help.
• The contact info lets applicants find the office that handles private-bill paperwork and questions.