Private Bills: Standing Order 130 Notice

Summary#

On July 29, 2023, the House of Commons published a short notice in Canada Gazette, Part I about procedures for private bills. It points readers to Standing Order 130 and gives a contact for more information.

What it does#

• Reminds readers that Standing Order 130 (about notices of intended applications for private bills) was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Directs people to the Private Members’ Business Office for further information and provides contact details:
  • Address: West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
  • Phone: 613‑992‑9511
• Names Eric Janse, Acting Clerk of the House of Commons, as the official listed on the notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff who handle private bills.
• Individuals, companies, charities or other groups thinking of asking Parliament for a private bill (a law that applies to specific people or organizations).
• For the general public, this is mainly of interest only if you plan to pursue or follow a private bill.

Why it matters#

• If you want Parliament to consider a private bill, you need to follow the notice rules in Standing Order 130. This notice tells you where to find those rules and who to contact.
• For most people, this is an administrative reminder with no direct impact.