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Electoral (Reduction in Number of Members of Parliament) Amendment Bill
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The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Electoral Act 1993 to reduce the number of members of Parliament from 120 to 100.MP in charge
Barbara StewartCommittee
Justice and Electoral
Bill No.23-1
48Parliament
Progress of the Bill
House sitting
| Stage | Sitting Date | Outcome | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Reading | 08 Nov 2006 | Ongoing | Normal |
Second Reading
The House debates and votes on the bill and any changes suggested by the select committee.
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Member(s) in charge: Barbara Stewart Type of Bill: Member's Parliament: 48 Bill no: 23-1 Introduction: 22 Feb 2006 Referred to: Justice and Electoral Submissions due: 13 Jul 2006 Select Committee Report(s): Electoral (Reduction in Number of Members of Parliament) Amendment Bill (23-1) - 13 Sep 2006