📜 Flags Protection Bill 2003
Second reading not agreed toLA16 April 2003Private Member
The Flags Protection Bill 2003 declares the Western Australian State Flag and protects both it and the Australian National Flag from being burnt, damaged, or otherwise physically mistreated in a manner intended or likely to cause offence. It establishes penalties for such actions.
Impact
This bill affects individuals who may wish to protest or express themselves through actions involving the flags. It aims to protect the flags as symbols of national and state identity and prevent actions that could cause offence or distress to others.
Key Changes
["Declares the Western Australian State Flag.", "Protects the Australian National Flag and the Western Australian State Flag from physical mistreatment intended to cause offence.", "Establishes a penalty of $6,000 for offences against the flags."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA16 Apr 2003
- LA Second Reading MovedLA16 Apr 2003
Affected Sectors
public_sectorjustice
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