Standing Order 130: Private‑Bill Notices

Summary#

This notice (published January 9, 2021) records that Standing Order 130 — which deals with notices for intended applications for private bills — was published in Canada Gazette, Part I on September 19, 2020. It gives a contact for more information about private bill notices.

What it does#

• Announces that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published in the Canada Gazette on September 19, 2020.
• Lists the contact for more information as the Private Members’ Business Office (House of Commons), with an Ottawa address and phone number.
• 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 private members’ business.
• Parliamentary clerks and legal advisers who track notice and filing rules.
• If it is unclear who is affected beyond these groups, the notice does not provide more detail.

Why it matters#

• It tells interested parties that the formal rule about giving notice for private-bill applications (Standing Order 130) has been published and where to get more information.
• If you are thinking of asking Parliament to pass a private bill, this points you to the office to contact so you can learn the notice requirements and next steps.