Standing Order 130: Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short House of Commons notice about private bills. It notes that Standing Order 130 on notices of intended applications for private bills was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021, and gives a contact for more information.

What it does#

• Reminds readers that the rules about notices for private bills are set out in Standing Order 130 and were published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021.
• Lists where to get more information:
  • Private Members’ Business Office, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6.
  • Phone: 613‑992‑9511.
• Shows the notice was issued by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or groups planning to apply for a private bill in the House of Commons.
• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private members’ business.
• Others who need the procedural contact information for private-bill notices.

Why it matters#

• If you intend to seek a private bill, this tells you which rule applies and where to get details.
• For most people this is a routine administrative notice with no immediate public impact.