MIKE IN PARLIAMENT
LEGISLATION CARRIED / INTRODUCED
​Any Member of Parliament is entitled to prepare and present a private member's Bill for debate, but because the Government of the day is in control of the proceedings it may be difficult for non-government Bills to receive the same consideration that government Bills receive. Similarly, any Member may propose amendments to any Bill during the Committee stage, but such amendments will usually be accepted by the Government only if the proposal has been agreed to in advance.
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In the legislative process, a member of the Upper House often plays a crucial role in carrying legislation introduced by a of the Lower House. This typically involves reviewing the proposed bill, debating its merits, and making any necessary amendments. The Upper House member then advocates for the bill during discussions, aiming to secure support from their fellow Honourable Members. Ultimately, their efforts help facilitate the bill's passage through the Upper House and towards becoming law.
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​The following legislation has been introduced / carried by Mike:
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Fire Service Amendment (Fire Infringement Notices) Bill 2015 (Introduced)
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End-of-Life-Choices (VAD) Act 2021 (Introduced) further information can be found on this website here.
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Public Interest Disclosures (Members of Parliament) Nill 2021 (Carried for the Tasmanian Greens)
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Residential Tenancy Amendment (Minimum Window Coverings for Social Housing Properties) Bill 2023 (Carried for The Hon David O'Byrne MP)
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For further information on how laws are made, including the legislative process and terminology please visit the Parliament of Tasmania website here.