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Forthcoming LegislationI wish to advise the residents of the Eastern Region electorate of the following pieces of legislation which have been presented to Parliament. By Peter Hall - 15th October 2007 - Back to News Animals Legislation Amendment (Animal Care) Bill 2007
This Bill makes amendments to three Acts within the Agricultural portfolio: the Domestic (Feral & Nuisance) Animals Act 1994, the Impounding of Livestock Act 1994, and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986.
Electricity Safety Amendment Bill 2007
This Bill will amend the Electricity Safety Act 1998 to secure improved safety and reliability of electricity assets.
Port Services Amendment Bill 2007
This bill makes a number of important amendments to the Port Services Act 1995.
Other legislation included:
Equal Opportunity Amendment (Family Responsibilities) Bill 2007
Agent-General & Commissioners for Victoria Bill 2007
Victorian Workers’ Wages Protection Bill 2007
Melbourne & Olympic Parks Amendment Bill 2007
Copies of the above may be obtained from website: www.parliament.vic.gov.au.
I am keen to receive people’s views about these pieces of Legislation.
Anyone wishing to comment can do so by writing to me at PO Box 1506, TRARALGON 3844 before October 26, 2007.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: news@gippsland.com
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