Child Support (Commonwealth Powers) Bill 2018
Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 12 March 2019general_report
The WA parliamentary committee reviewed the Child Support (Commonwealth Powers) Bill 2018, which aims to streamline child support laws for exnuptial children by referring power to the Commonwealth. The committee found potential erosion of parliamentary sovereignty but acknowledged the benefits of a seamless system, recommending the Legislative Council note the findings.
Impact
The bill impacts exnuptial children in WA, parents, and the WA Parliament. It aims to provide equal access to the Commonwealth Child Support Scheme and reduce administrative complexities.
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