Standing Order 130: Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short parliamentary notice published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 7, 2022. It says that Standing Order 130 (about notices for intended applications for private bills) was published earlier on November 20, 2021, and gives contact details for more information.

What it does#

• Announces the prior publication of Standing Order 130 on November 20, 2021.
• Provides a contact for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6), phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Is signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or organizations thinking of applying for a private bill in the House of Commons.
• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private members’ business.
• Parliamentary staff who administer private-bill notices, including the Private Members’ Business Office.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to seek a private bill, this notice points you to the standing order that sets out the notice rules and to the office that can explain them.
• It’s a routine transparency step so applicants and MPs know where the rules were published and who to contact for details.