House Procedures of the Legislative Council

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Standing Orders - Standing orders are the written rules of procedure which provide for the conduct of proceedings in the House including the passage of bills, rules of debate, the preservation of order, the appointment of committees, and other matters affecting the operation of the House. The Standing Orders are made under the authority of section 15 of the Constitution Act 1902 and require the approval of the Governor before they become binding and of force.

The current standing orders, adopted in May 2004, replace those adopted in 1895 to which only minor amendments had been made since then. The new standing orders are a result of an overall revision, focussing on adopting plain English and gender-neutral language, updating some procedures and incorporating certain sessional orders adopted over consecutive Parliaments.

Sessional Orders - Sessional orders are temporary rules adopted for the duration of a session and are made under specific standing orders, or are used to vary or suspend the operation of standing orders. Sessional orders do not need the Governor’s approval.

Resolutions - Resolutions are a statement of the position of the Council on a particular matter or issue. The substance of a resolution can be anything that can normally be pro�posed as a motion, for example a motion that the House expresses its appreciation or condolence.

The House in Review - This publication summarises the business of the Legislative Council each sitting week.

New South Wales Legislative Council Practice - This publication provides comprehensive information on the history, practice and procedure of the New South Wales Legislative Council.

Petitions - the means by which an individual can directly place grievances before the Parliament.
Council Manuals - working manuals used within the House.
Fact Sheets - brief notes explaining House procedures.
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