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๐Ÿ“œ Corporations (Administrative Actions) Bill 2001

Assented toLCBill 1629 May 2001

The Corporations (Administrative Actions) Bill 2001 validates administrative actions taken by Commonwealth authorities under certain State corporations laws that may have been invalid due to constitutional issues. It ensures these actions have the same legal effect as if taken by State authorities.

Impact

This bill affects companies and individuals who have been subject to administrative actions by Commonwealth authorities under WA corporations laws. It clarifies the legal standing of those actions, preventing potential challenges based on constitutional grounds and ensuring certainty.

Key Changes

["Validates invalid administrative actions by Commonwealth authorities.", "Declares rights and liabilities as if actions were taken by State authorities.", "Extends to the registration or incorporation of companies."]

Parliamentary Progress

  1. LC Second Reading MovedLC29 May 2001
  2. LC Second Reading AgreedLC20 June 2001
  3. LC Third ReadingLC21 June 2001
  4. LA Second Reading MovedLA26 June 2001
  5. LA Second Reading AgreedLA27 June 2001
  6. LA Third ReadingLA27 June 2001
Affected Sectors
finance

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