Bank Mergers Bill 1997
Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Intergovernmental Agreements· 12 June 1997general_report
This 1997 WA parliamentary committee report examines the Bank Mergers Bill 1997, focusing on the legislative mechanisms for adopting legislation from other jurisdictions. The committee acknowledges the commercial nature of the bill but stresses the importance of parliamentary scrutiny. It discusses advantages, disadvantages, and alternatives to the current legislation.
Impact
The report affects the WA Parliament, the executive government, and potentially financial institutions involved in mergers. It also impacts the process of adopting uniform legislation across jurisdictions.
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