Standing Order 130 — Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short House of Commons notice published in the Canada Gazette on May 4, 2024. It points readers to Standing Order 130 about notices for intended applications for private bills (originally published on November 20, 2021) and gives contact details for the Private Members' Business Office.

What it does#

• States that Standing Order 130 on notices of intended applications for private bills was published on November 20, 2021.
• Lists where to get more information: the Private Members' Business Office, House of Commons, 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 thinking about asking Parliament for a private bill (for example, individuals, corporations, charities or municipalities that need a law affecting only them).
• Members of Parliament and House staff who handle private bills.
• Lawyers or advisers helping clients prepare private-bill applications.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to pursue a private bill, this tells you which standing order to follow and where to get guidance.
• The notice is procedural: it does not change policy or create new rules in itself.