Disallowance Provisions for Subsidiary Legislation
Procedure and Privileges Committee (2008 - 2013)· 19 November 2009general_report
The Procedure and Privileges Committee reviewed disallowance provisions for subsidiary legislation, focusing on Standing Order 74 and section 42 of the Interpretation Act 1984. The report recommends amending the Interpretation Act to ensure timely handling of disallowance motions and identifying other relevant disallowance provisions in legislation.
Impact
The recommendations affect the process by which the WA Parliament reviews and potentially disallows subsidiary legislation, impacting government administration and the legal effect of statutory instruments. It affects members of parliament, the Attorney General, and those subject to subsidiary legislation.
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