Appropriation (Works and Services) Act (No. 2) 1953-54

Overview

The Appropriation (Works and Services) Act (No. 2) 1953-54 was enacted to facilitate the appropriation of an additional sum of money from the Consolidated Revenue Fund for the financial year ending 30 June 1954, specifically for capital expenditure on additions, new works, and services. The Act was passed by the Queen's Most Excellent Majesty, the Senate, and the House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Australia, and received Royal Assent on 20 April 1954. This Act enables the Treasurer to issue and apply the sum of £2,008,000 for specified purposes across various departments, services, business undertakings, and territories, as detailed in the Act's Schedule. The policy objective is to ensure adequate funding for essential public works and services, thereby supporting the nation's infrastructure and administrative needs.

Scope and Application

The Appropriation (Works and Services) Act (No. 2) 1953-54 applies to the allocation and application of funds for specific works and services across various government departments and entities for the financial year ending on 30th June 1954. The Act provides authority for the Treasurer to issue and apply the sum of Two million and eight thousand pounds from the Consolidated Revenue Fund towards the supply granted for the specified year. This funding is designated for capital expenditure on additions, new works, and other services, as outlined in the Act’s Schedule. The Act covers government departments such as the Department of Civil Aviation, Department of Trade and Customs, and Department of Shipping and Transport, among others, and also includes allocations for the Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory. The geographic reach of the Act is national, as it pertains to the Commonwealth of Australia, and it does not explicitly state any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds. However, the application of the appropriated funds is subject to the specific allocations detailed in the Act’s Schedule.

Key Provisions

The Appropriation (Works and Services) Act (No. 2) 1953-54 (referred to as the Act) is a legislative instrument that authorises the appropriation of a sum of money from the Consolidated Revenue Fund for the financial year ending 30 June 1954. The Act outlines the specific purposes and services for which the appropriated funds are to be used. Section 3 grants the Treasurer the authority to issue and apply a total sum of £2,008,000 from the Consolidated Revenue Fund for the specified purposes. Section 4 provides that the granted sum is deemed to have been appropriated as from 1 July 1953, for the services set out in the schedule to the Act. The Act imposes obligations on the Treasurer to ensure that the funds are issued and applied in accordance with the provisions of the Act and the schedule. The Treasurer must ensure that the funds are allocated to the various departments and services as outlined in the schedule. The Act also requires the various departments and services to use the allocated funds for the specified purposes and services, and to comply with any additional conditions or requirements set out in the schedule. The Act does not explicitly state any offences, penalties, or consequences for breach. However, any breach of the obligations imposed by the Act may result in legal action being taken against the responsible party or entity. The penalties for breach would depend on the specific circumstances of the case and would be determined by the relevant court or tribunal. In general, any breach of the obligations imposed by the Act may result in the responsible party or entity being required to repay any funds that have been misused or misapplied, as well as any associated interest or costs. Additionally, any person who is found to have intentionally or recklessly breached the obligations imposed by the Act may be subject to criminal penalties, such as fines or imprisonment.