Standing Order 130 — Private Bills

Summary#

This is a short notice from the House of Commons saying that Standing Order 130 (about notices of intended applications for private bills) was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025. It gives contact information for the office that handles private-bill business.

What it does#

• Confirms publication of Standing Order 130 in the Canada Gazette on May 24, 2025.
• Lists how to get more information:
  • Contact the Private Members' Business Office (House of Commons), West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6.
  • Phone: 613‑992‑9511.
• Is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or groups planning to apply for a private bill to Parliament (or their lawyers/representatives).
• Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff who handle private bills.
• If it’s unclear who else might be affected, this notice is mainly administrative and aimed at applicants and staff.

Why it matters#

• It points applicants to the official standing order that explains how to give notice for a private bill.
• If you plan to seek a private bill, this tells you where to find the rule and who to contact for details.
• For most of the public, this is a routine administrative update with limited direct impact.