📜 Environment Court Bill 2019
Legislative Council Second ReadingLCBill 15928 November 2019Private Member
This Bill establishes an Environment Court in Western Australia to hear and determine applications related to environmental protection, particularly under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 and related Supreme Court Rules. It defines the court's composition, jurisdiction, and procedures.
Impact
This bill affects individuals, businesses, and government agencies involved in environmental management, planning, and protection in Western Australia. It aims to provide a specialized forum for resolving environmental disputes and ensuring consistent application of environmental laws.
Key Changes
["Establishes a new Environment Court as a superior court of record.", "Defines the composition of the court, including judges and members with specific expertise.", "Specifies the court's jurisdiction, primarily related to the Environmental Protection Act 1986."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LC Second Reading MovedLC28 Nov 2019
Affected Sectors
environmentplanninglocal_governmentminingresources
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