Standing Order 130: Private Bills Notices

Summary#

This is a short notice from the House of Commons published in the Canada Gazette on March 23, 2024. It points to Standing Order 130 about notices for intended applications for private bills and gives contact details for the office that handles private members’ business.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 (rules about notices for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Lists where to get more information: the Private Members’ Business Office, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Identifies Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons, as the signatory for the notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament and their staff who work on private members’ business.
• Individuals, companies, charities, or other groups thinking about applying for a private bill (a bill that applies to a specific person or organization).
• Parliamentary offices that manage notices and applications for private bills.

Why it matters#

• Private bills are how specific legal changes (for one person or organization) are requested from Parliament. This notice tells interested parties where the rules are published and who to contact for guidance.
• If you are considering a private bill, this gives the official reference (Standing Order 130) and a phone/address to get information.