Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Bill

Explore the details of bill number 7/2024.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Infectious Diseases Act 1976 to enhance public health measures. Key points include:

Introduction of new definitions and clarification of terms, including the introduction of "at-risk individual" and updates to the definition of "HIV."
Establishment of a new intermediate status of "public health threat" along with corresponding orders for managing infectious diseases, alongside existing provisions for declaring public health emergencies.
Expansion of powers for health authorities to require individuals and classes of persons to undergo medical examinations, provide information, and comply with health requirements during infectious disease outbreaks.
Enhancements to enforcement measures, including the authority to impose restrictions on movement, gatherings, and business operations during public health crises.
Amendments related to compliance, notice provisions, and specified penalties for non-compliance under the amended Act, as well as updating related Acts including the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act and the Requisition of Resources Act.

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Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

2 years ago

First reading

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

2 years ago

Second reading

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

2 years ago

Select committee

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

2 years ago

Third reading

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

2 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'.

2 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

2 years ago

Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Bill

Explore the details of bill number 7/2024.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Infectious Diseases Act 1976 to enhance public health measures. Key points include:

Introduction of new definitions and clarification of terms, including the introduction of "at-risk individual" and updates to the definition of "HIV."
Establishment of a new intermediate status of "public health threat" along with corresponding orders for managing infectious diseases, alongside existing provisions for declaring public health emergencies.
Expansion of powers for health authorities to require individuals and classes of persons to undergo medical examinations, provide information, and comply with health requirements during infectious disease outbreaks.
Enhancements to enforcement measures, including the authority to impose restrictions on movement, gatherings, and business operations during public health crises.
Amendments related to compliance, notice provisions, and specified penalties for non-compliance under the amended Act, as well as updating related Acts including the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act and the Requisition of Resources Act.

Original PDF

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

2 years ago

First reading

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

2 years ago

Second reading

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

2 years ago

Select committee

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

2 years ago

Third reading

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

2 years ago

Voting

2 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

2 years ago