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Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Amendment Bill 2016

Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 21 June 2016general_report

The WA Parliamentary committee reviewed the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Amendment Bill 2016, which aims to align WA legislation with Commonwealth amendments to the National Classification Scheme. The Bill focuses on administrative improvements, including exemptions for cultural institutions, modifications to content, and the use of classification tools. The committee found no impact on parliamentary sovereignty and recommended the Bill be passed.

Impact

Businesses that sell, show, or demonstrate publications, films, and computer games in WA will be affected by the changes to classification requirements. Festivals and cultural institutions will also be impacted by the new exemption system. Consumers will benefit from clearer classification markings.

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