National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008

Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 10 March 2009general_report

This WA parliamentary committee report reviews the National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008, focusing on its consistency with the Australian Energy Market Agreement (AEMA) and the role of ministerial councils in the legislative process. The committee raises concerns about the lack of community service obligation provisions and the limited scope for parliamentary scrutiny due to the national scheme's structure.

Impact

The bill impacts gas pipeline access regulation in WA, potentially affecting investment incentives, gas penetration in regional areas, and the balance of power between the WA Parliament and the Ministerial Council on Energy.

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