Standing Order 130: Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This short House of Commons notice points readers to Standing Order 130, the rule about notices of intended applications for private bills. It notes that the standing order was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021, and gives a contact point at the Private Members’ Business Office for more information.

What it does#

• Reminds the public that Standing Order 130 (rules on notices for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Lists 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 Eric Janse, Acting Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament (MPs) and their staff who want to introduce or assist with private bills.
• Individuals, organizations, municipalities, charities or businesses that might seek a private bill.
• Parliamentary clerks, lawyers or advisers who prepare private-bill applications.
• If you’re not involved with private bills, this notice is unlikely to affect you.

Why it matters#

• It points to the formal rule that governs how someone gives notice to apply for a private bill in Parliament.
• If you or your organization need a private bill (a law that applies to a specific person or group), this tells you where to look for the rule and who to contact to start the process.
• This is an administrative notice, not a new law or policy change.