Standing Order 130 — Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This entry in the Canada Gazette notes that the House of Commons has a procedural rule called Standing Order 130 about notices for intended applications for private bills. The Gazette item (published September 30, 2023) records that Standing Order 130 was previously published on November 20, 2021, and points readers to the office that handles private members’ business for more information.

What it does#

• Reminds readers that Standing Order 130 sets out how notices of intended applications for private bills are to be handled.
• Directs people to contact the Private Members’ Business Office (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa) for further information; a phone number is also given in the notice.
• Signs the notice with Eric Janse, Acting Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who plan to introduce or support a private bill.
• Individuals, groups, or companies thinking of asking an MP to introduce a private bill on their behalf.
• Parliamentary staff and legal advisers who prepare or process private-bill notices.
• The general public, but mainly those involved in private-bill applications.

Why it matters#

• It points people to the official rule and the office that handles private-bill notices, so they know where to get accurate guidance on submitting a notice.
• This is a routine, administrative reminder rather than a new law or policy change. It mainly matters to anyone preparing a private bill or tracking how private-bill notices are handled.