This chapter considers the policy information needed to draft a government Bill. For more information about policy development, see The Australian Policy Handbook, 1 and for information about the drafting process, see chapter 3 of this handbook.
- 2.1 The nature of policy
- 2.2 Is a new law needed?
- 2.3 Does the State have power to make the law
- 2.4 Bill or subordinate legislation?
- 2.5 Portfolio Bills
- 2.6 Sponsoring a Bill
- 2.7 Role of policy or instructing officers
- 2.8 Establishing a practical timetable
- 2.9 Obtaining appropriate advice
- 2.10 Considering fundamental legislative principles
- 2.11 Considering human rights
- 2.12 Other matters needing consideration for thorough policy development
- C Althaus, P Bridgman and G Davis, The Australian Policy Handbook (Allen & Unwin, Australia, 4th ed, 2007).
Last updated: 15 January, 2020 Last reviewed: 13 November, 2013
