Standing Order 130 — Private Bills Notices

Summary#

This Canada Gazette Part I notice (published May 18, 2024) records that Standing Order 130 about notices of intended applications for private bills was published earlier on November 20, 2021. It gives contact details for the Private Members’ Business Office at the House of Commons for anyone who needs more information.

What it does#

• States that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Lists the item under the HOUSE OF COMMONS heading, First Session, 44th Parliament, in the PRIVATE BILLS section.
• Provides contact information for the Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; 613‑992‑9511) for further information.
• Is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.
• Does not describe any new policy or change beyond noting that the standing order was published; it appears to be a routine administrative notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private bills.
• Individuals, organizations, or lawyers planning to submit or learn about private-bill applications.
• The general public is unlikely to be affected unless they are directly involved in a private bill process.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to apply for a private bill or need to know the procedural rule for doing so, this notice points you to Standing Order 130 and gives who to contact for details.
• For most people, this is an administrative update with no direct impact on services or rights.