Second Reading Speeches

Constitution Alteration (Local Government) 2013

Type
Government
Portfolio
Attorney-General
Originating house
House of Representatives
Status
Passed Both Houses
Parliament no
43

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Summary

Proposes to alter the Constitution to recognise local government by stating that the Commonwealth can grant financial assistance to local government, including assistance for community and other services. [

The bill was passed by an absolute majority of each House of the Parliament. The proposal did not proceed to a referendum
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