Standing Order 130: Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short House of Commons notice published in the Canada Gazette on June 19, 2021. It says that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published earlier on September 19, 2020, and gives contact details for the office that handles private-bill notices.

What it does#

• Confirms that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published on September 19, 2020.
• Gives a point of contact for more information: the Private Members' Business Office, House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; phone 613‑992‑9511).
• Shows the notice was signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who want to introduce or manage private bills.
• Individuals, organizations or groups that might seek a private bill.
• Parliamentary staff who process private-bill notices.
• Anyone looking for how notices of intended private-bill applications are handled.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to ask Parliament for a private law, this tells you which rule applies (Standing Order 130) and where to get details or help.
• For most people this is an administrative note with no direct, immediate impact. It mainly matters to those working with or preparing private-bill applications.