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Electronic Petitions

Procedure and Privileges Committee (2021 - 2025)· 9 November 2023general_report

The Procedure and Privileges Committee recommends the WA Legislative Assembly adopt a temporary order to allow electronic petitions (e-petitions) until the end of 2024. This aims to modernize the petitioning process, increase public engagement, and align with practices in other Australian parliaments. The report details the proposed rules, benefits, and challenges of e-petitions.

Impact

The changes will affect WA residents who wish to petition the Parliament, Members of Parliament who facilitate petitions, and the staff of the Legislative Assembly responsible for managing the petition process. It aims to increase accessibility and engagement in the democratic process, particularly for those in regional and remote areas.

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