Standing Order 130 — Private Bills Notice

Summary#

A short House of Commons notice published in the Canada Gazette on July 27, 2024 reminds readers that Standing Order 130 (about notices for intended applications for private bills) was previously published on November 20, 2021. It also gives contact details for the office that handles private-bill business.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published on November 20, 2021.
• Provides a contact for more information: the Private Members’ Business Office in the House of Commons, at West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons (administrative signature on the notice).

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who plan to introduce private bills.
• Individuals, businesses, charities or other groups that might ask a Member of Parliament to sponsor a private bill.
• If you are not involved with private bills, this notice is unlikely to affect you.

Why it matters#

• It points people to the official rule (Standing Order 130) and to the office that can explain how to start a private-bill application.
• For anyone seeking a private bill, the notice confirms where to get current information and who to contact.