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That the Committee inquire into and report on:
The role and operations of the Standing Committee on Petitions; and
Petitioning the House of Representatives, including a review of Standing Orders and other relevant practice and procedures.
In conducting this inquiry, the Committee will give consideration to the petitions processes and procedures of other jurisdictions.

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      • Economics
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      • Health, Aged Care and Sport
      • Industry, Science and Resources
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        • Petitions
      • Privileges and Members' Interests
      • Procedure
      • Publications
      • Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport
      • Selection
      • Social Policy and Legal Affairs
      • Workforce Australia Employment Services
      • Former House Committees
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    • Getting involved in Parliamentary Committees
    • Upcoming Public Hearings
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  • Petitions
  • Address in Reply

About this inquiry

The Standing Committee on Petitions will inquire and report on the future of petitioning in the House of Representatives

  • Inquiry home page
  • Terms of Reference
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  • Public Hearings
  • Committee Membership
  • Report


Past Public Hearings

28 Nov 2018: Canberra
27 Nov 2018: Canberra

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