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Companies, Business Trusts and Other Bodies (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill | PAPERCUTS

Companies, Business Trusts and Other Bodies (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

Explore the details of bill number 14/2023.

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The Companies, Business Trusts and Other Bodies (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill aims to amend several acts to allow for virtual meetings and enhance regulations surrounding them.
The bill introduces provisions for virtual meeting technology across the Companies Act, Business Trusts Act, Variable Capital Companies Act, and the Singapore Labour Foundation Act, ensuring participation without physical presence.
It specifies conditions under which virtual meetings may be held, including adjustments to voting processes, document accessibility, and the handling of technological disruptions.
Other amendments include changes to penalties for directors in the Companies Act, increasing fines for specific offenses, and redefining certain provisions related to company governance.
The changes are set to take effect from July 1, 2023, to align with the revocation of temporary COVID-19 measures regarding meetings, with additional amendments to follow based on ministerial notification.

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

3 years ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

3 years ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

3 years ago

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

3 years ago

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

3 years ago

Voting

The bill is voted on by the Members of Parliament and, if it receives the required majority, it becomes law. Do note that an exact vote may not be counted; the 'ayes' can simply be louder than the 'noes'.

3 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

3 years ago

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