Standing Order 130 — Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This is a short House of Commons notice in the Canada Gazette (published August 3, 2024) about a procedural rule for private bills. It says Standing Order 130 on notices of intended applications for private bills was previously published on November 20, 2021, and gives contact details for more information.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published in Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021.
• Provides a contact for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6) — phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Lists Eric Janse as the Clerk of the House of Commons on the notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who want to introduce or track private bills.
• Staff and legal advisers who help prepare private-bill applications.
• Organizations or individuals considering asking Parliament for a private bill.
• The general public, only insofar as private bills can affect specific people or groups; the notice itself is administrative.

Why it matters#

• It points people to the official rule (Standing Order 130) and where to get help.
• It does not announce a new policy or change by itself; it’s a routine publication and contact notice.
• If you plan to apply for a private bill or assist someone who is, the contact details are the practical next step.