📜 Electoral Amendment Bill 2012
Assented toLABill 29315 August 2012
The Electoral Amendment Bill 2012 amends the Electoral Act 1907 and repeals the Franchise Act 1916 to improve electoral administration. Key changes include allowing electronic transmission of certain documents and updating requirements for enrolment claims and nominations.
Impact
Electors, political parties, and candidates will be affected by the changes to electoral administration. The bill aims to streamline processes and improve accessibility, potentially leading to increased participation and efficiency.
Key Changes
["Allows electronic transmission of electoral documents.", "Updates identity verification requirements for enrolment claims.", "Repeals the Franchise Act 1916."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA15 Aug 2012
- LA Second Reading MovedLA15 Aug 2012
- LA AmendedLA26 Sept 2012
- LA Second Reading AgreedLA26 Sept 2012
- LA Consideration in DetailLA26 Sept 2012
- LC Second Reading MovedLC27 Sept 2012
- LA Third ReadingLA27 Sept 2012
- LC Second Reading AgreedLC23 Oct 2012
- LC Third ReadingLC23 Oct 2012
- Royal Assent5 Nov 2012
Affected Sectors
public_sector
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