Standing Order 130: Private Bill Notices
Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 158, Number 7: PARLIAMENT
This notice points readers to Standing Order 130 on notices of intended applications for private bills and notes its prior publication on November 20, 2021. It provides contact details (Private Members' Business Office and phone number) and names Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons, as the contact authority—useful for anyone planning to apply for or sponsor a private bill.
Summary
Summary#
This House of Commons notice (published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on February 17, 2024) points readers to Standing Order 130, which deals with notices of intended applications for private bills and was previously published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021. It gives contact details for the office that handles private-bill business and names Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.
What it does#
- Reminds the public that Standing Order 130 on notices for intended private-bill applications was published in the Gazette on November 20, 2021.
- Provides contact information for the Private Members’ Business Office (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6) and a phone number (613‑992‑9511) for anyone who needs more information.
Who's affected#
- People, organizations, or lawyers who want to apply for a private bill in Parliament.
- Members of Parliament who would sponsor or introduce private bills.
- The general public is unlikely to feel any direct effect unless they are involved in a private-bill matter.
Why it matters#
- If you are planning to pursue a private bill, this notice points you to the governing standing order and tells you where to get practical help and rules.
- For most people, this is an administrative reminder with no immediate public impact.
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Source: Canada Gazette