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Scrutiny of National Scheme Legislation and the Desirability of Uniform Scrutiny Principles

Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Intergovernmental Agreements· 31 August 1995general_report

This 1995 WA parliamentary committee report addresses the scrutiny of national scheme legislation and the desirability of uniform scrutiny principles. It highlights the need for earlier parliamentary involvement in scrutinising uniform legislation schemes and proposes principles for standard procedures. The report was developed in collaboration with other Australian parliaments.

Impact

Impacts all Australian parliaments, ministers, and the community. Aims to improve accountability and ensure adequate parliamentary review of national uniform legislation, addressing concerns about the disregard of parliamentary processes.

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