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50th anniversary of the establishment of the modern Senate committee system

50th anniversary of the establishment of the modern Senate committee system

Fifty years ago, on 11 June 1970, the Senate agreed to establish seven legislative and general purpose standing committees, and five estimates committees. While the Senate had made use of committees since Federation, this was a significant step in the development of its modern committee system. This system, which has continued to develop since 1970, has greatly enhanced the Senate’s ability to inquire into topical issues, gather evidence from the public, and scrutinise proposed legislation. Read more...

Posted 10/06/2020 by Michael Sloane
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