Transfer of Civil Liability from Net Zero Commission Staff to the Crown

Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Bill 2023

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2nd House

Law

Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

The Crown takes on civil liability for protected persons of the Net Zero Commission.
New South Wales must reduce net greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 30 June 2050.
The Net Zero Commission must consult with relevant people and consider their submissions.
The Minister can remove a temporary commissioner from office.
The Minister must publish written reasons for removing a temporary commissioner.
The Net Zero Commission is established as a body corporate.
The Act binds the Crown.
This Act prevails if it conflicts with another law.

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