Reporting powers and response obligations for the IBAC
Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission Amendment (Facilitation of Timely Reporting) Bill 2022
1st House
2nd House
Law
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The IBAC can send reports to Parliament even if court proceedings are still happening.
The IBAC must give public body officers 3 months to respond to negative findings.
The IBAC must give individuals 3 months to respond to negative comments or opinions.
The IBAC must include these responses fairly in its reports.
The IBAC can send reports to Parliament if the person does not respond.
Decision-makers must process applications under sections 59M, 100, and 147 as quickly as possible.