Is Parliamentary Membership Bill still in force?

Yes — Parliamentary Membership Bill is currently in force.

When did Parliamentary Membership Bill take effect?

Parliamentary Membership Bill was first recorded in 1984.

How many clauses does Parliamentary Membership Bill have?

Parliamentary Membership Bill contains 3 clauses.

Where can I read the official version of Parliamentary Membership Bill?

The official text of Parliamentary Membership Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.

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Parliamentary Membership Bill

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Type: Bill
Status: In force
Enacted: 1984
Sections: 3

Quick answer

About this bill

Parliamentary Membership Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 13 1984, currently marked in force and first recorded in 1984.

Clause 1

Short title and commencement

This Act may be cited as the Parliamentary Membership Act 1984 and shall come into operation on such date as the President may, by notification in the Gazette, appoint.

Clause 2

Interpretation

In this Act, “next general election” means the first general election of Members of Parliament after the commencement of this Act.

Clause 3

Parliament to consist of 79 elected Members

(1)

Upon the election of Members to serve in Parliament at the next general election and thereafter until such time as other provision is made by law, Parliament shall consist of 79 elected Members.

(2)

After the commencement of this Act, for the purposes of the next general election all things may be done under the Parliamentary Elections Act (Cap. 50) as if Parliament consists of 79 elected Members.

Common questions

What is Parliamentary Membership Bill?: Parliamentary Membership Bill is Singapore Bill, cited as Bill 13 1984, currently marked in force and first recorded in 1984.
Is Parliamentary Membership Bill still in force?: Yes — Parliamentary Membership Bill is currently in force.
When did Parliamentary Membership Bill take effect?: Parliamentary Membership Bill was first recorded in 1984.
How many clauses does Parliamentary Membership Bill have?: Parliamentary Membership Bill contains 3 clauses.
Where can I read the official version of Parliamentary Membership Bill?: The official text of Parliamentary Membership Bill is published at sso.agc.gov.sg.