Ch. 4 - Parliament Law Making Process Flashcards
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Delegated Legislation
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Law making powers given by Parliament to Subordinate Bodies
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Bill
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Proposed law to be considered by Parliament
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Government Bill
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Proposed law introduced with approval of Cabinet
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Legislation
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Act of Parliament or piece of delegated legislation
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Legislative process
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Process used by parliament to pass laws
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Parliamentary Counsel
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Public servant responsible for drafting legislation at the request of a minister (member of parliament)
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Private Members bill
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Proposed law introduced by a member of parliament without cabinet approval
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Proclamation
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Official announcement
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Royal Assent
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Final stage in approval of a bill.
After a bill have been passed through both houses it must be approved by the Crown.
