Private Bill Notices (Standing Order 130)

Summary#

This item, published in the Parliament section of the Canada Gazette on August 3, 2024, points readers to a standing order about private bills and gives contact information for inquiries. It notes that Standing Order 130 (about notices of intended applications for private bills) was previously published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.

What it does#

• Reminds the public that Standing Order 130 on notices for intended private-bill applications is on the public record (published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021).
• Lists a contact for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office at House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; phone 613‑992‑9511).
• Shows the item was issued under the authority of Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who want to introduce private bills or need to follow the notice rules.
• Individuals, companies, or organizations considering asking Parliament for a private bill.
• Parliamentary staff who manage private-members’ business.
• The general public only in that this is a procedural/administrative notice; it does not itself change policy.

Why it matters#

• If you want Parliament to consider a private bill, this confirms where to find the relevant notice rule (Standing Order 130) and whom to contact for details.
• It helps ensure people who plan to apply for private legislation know the office and contact to use.
• Otherwise, this is a routine administrative notice rather than a new law or a change in policy.