Public Inquiries Act (amended)
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Bill overview
Bill NS117, “Public Inquiries Act (amended)”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-62-session-2.
Its latest recorded status is “Passed”.
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What you need to know
The Public Inquiries Act (amended) bill, NS117, is currently law in Nova Scotia. This bill allows the province to hold public inquiries, which are investigations into specific issues or events. These inquiries can gather information, hear testimony, and make recommendations to help the government understand and address problems. The government can use the findings from these inquiries to inform policy decisions and improve services.
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Key provisions
- 01This Act amends the Public Inquiries Act to clarify the role of the Commissioner of Public Inquiries.
- 02The Commissioner of Public Inquiries shall be appointed by the Governor in Council for a term not exceeding five years.
- 03The Commissioner of Public Inquiries may appoint a Deputy Commissioner to assist in the performance of their duties.
- 04The Commissioner of Public Inquiries shall have the power to summon witnesses and compel the production of documents.
- 05The Commissioner of Public Inquiries shall report their findings and recommendations to the Governor in Council within a specified timeframe.
Vote roll
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