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Intergovernmental Agreements, Uniform Schemes and Uniform Laws: Amendments to Standing Orders 230(c) and (d)

Legislation Committee (2001 - 2005)· 6 November 2001general_report

The WA Legislation Committee proposed amendments to Standing Orders 230(c) and (d) concerning intergovernmental agreements and uniform laws. The amendments aim to provide the Legislative Council with greater flexibility in reviewing uniform bills, including the ability to refer bills to committees other than the Legislation Committee, alter reporting deadlines, and suspend second reading debates. The report highlights the increasing volume and complexity of uniform legislation.

Impact

The proposed changes will affect the Legislative Council's ability to scrutinize and manage uniform legislation, potentially impacting the quality of legislation and the balance of power between the State and Commonwealth governments. It affects all sectors subject to uniform laws.

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