Statute

Legislative Houses (Powers and Privileges) Act, 2017

Year: 2017
Jurisdiction: federal
Status: in_force

The Act repeals the 2004 version and re-enacts the powers and privileges of legislative houses. It grants immunity to members for words spoken or written in plenary or committee. It empowers houses and committees to summon witnesses, issue warrants for non-attendance, and examine witnesses on…

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