📜 Gene Technology Bill 2001
Bill LapsedLA7 August 2001
The Gene Technology Bill 2001 (WA) regulates activities involving gene technology to protect public health, safety, and the environment by managing risks associated with genetically modified organisms (GMOs). It establishes a regulatory framework based on risk assessment and operates in conjunction with other Commonwealth and State regulatory schemes.
Impact
This bill affects individuals, researchers, and industries involved in gene technology, agriculture, and related sectors. It aims to ensure the safe development and use of GMOs, balancing innovation with environmental and health protection.
Key Changes
["Establishes a regulatory system for dealings with GMOs in Western Australia.", "Implements the precautionary principle in assessing environmental risks.", "Creates a nationally consistent scheme with Commonwealth and other State legislation."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA7 Aug 2001
- LA Second Reading MovedLA7 Aug 2001
- LA Second Reading AgreedLA8 Nov 2001
- LA Consideration in DetailLA14 Nov 2001
- LA AmendedLA20 June 2002
- LA Third ReadingLA25 June 2002
- LC Second Reading MovedLC15 Aug 2003
Affected Sectors
agricultureenvironmenthealthother
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