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Extension of COVID-19 response legislation to maintain emergency powers and increased penalties for assaults against frontline workers.

🟡 Medium · Bill Second Reading11 May 2021 · 1,856 words

COVID-19 legislation extended to January 2022, ensuring continued emergency powers and protections f

COVID-19 emergency powers and penalties for assaulting frontline workers are extended.

“This bill is vital to ensure the safety of the community of Western Australia.”

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Members who spoke

Ellery, Hon Sue
Topics
COVID-19Emergency ManagementLegislationPublic HealthCriminal Justice

Legislation Referenced

Acts
Emergency Management Amendment (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020Criminal Code Amendment (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020Emergency Management Act 2005
Bills
COVID-19 Response Legislation Amendment (Extension of Expiring Provisions) Bill 2021
· 11 May 2021
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