📘 Biological Control Amendment Act 2016
039 of 2016Assented 22 November 2016
The Biological Control Amendment Act 2016 amends the Biological Control Act 1986 to update the definitions of 'prescribed organisms' to include viruses and sub-viral agents, and to remove references to 'live' organisms where appropriate. It also includes a transitional provision for existing declarations.
Impact
This act affects individuals and organizations involved in the import, keeping, and release of biological control agents. The changes ensure that the legislation covers a broader range of organisms, including viruses, which may be used for biological control purposes.
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