Australian Capital Territory Electoral Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1968 No. 125, made under the Australian Capital Territory Representation Act 1948–1966, were enacted to address certain administrative and procedural aspects related to the electoral regulations in the Australian Capital Territory. The Australian Capital Territory Representation Act 1948–1966 was introduced to ensure proper representation and electoral processes for the residents of the Australian Capital Territory. The enacting body was the Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council. This legislative instrument aimed to refine and update the existing electoral regulations, ensuring they remained effective and relevant in facilitating the electoral process within the Territory. The stated objective was to amend the Australian Capital Territory Electoral Regulations, specifically adjusting the fees associated with the principal and supplemental rolls to facilitate the inspection and sale of these electoral rolls.

Scope and Application

The Statutory Rules 1968 No. 125, made under the Australian Capital Territory Representation Act 1948–1966, specifically amends the Australian Capital Territory Electoral Regulations to adjust the fees for inspection and sale of electoral rolls. This legislative instrument applies to the Australian Capital Territory, affecting the administrative processes related to electoral regulations within this jurisdiction. The amendment pertains to the fees for the Principal Roll and the Supplemental Roll for the Territory, as outlined in Regulation 9 of the Australian Capital Territory Electoral Regulations. This regulation, which has been subject to previous amendments, governs the financial transactions involved in making electoral rolls accessible to the public. The new fees specified in the regulation are $1.20 for the Principal Roll and $0.30 for the Supplemental Roll. This regulation does not extend beyond the ACT and is specific to the electoral administrative processes within this territory, making it relevant to electoral officers, candidates, and the general public engaging with the electoral process in the ACT. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds within this regulation, and it does not indicate any extension or restriction of its application through subordinate instruments.

Key Provisions

The Australian Capital Territory Representation Act 1948–1966 is the overarching statute under which these regulations are made. One of the main provisions of this legislative instrument is the amendment of Regulation 9 of the Australian Capital Territory Electoral Regulations (section 1). This amendment specifically pertains to the fees associated with the availability for inspection and sale of electoral rolls within the Australian Capital Territory. According to the amendment, the fees for the Principal Roll for the Territory and the Supplemental Roll for the Territory are set at $1.20 and $0.30 respectively, replacing the previous fees outlined in the table of sub-regulation (3) (section 2). These regulations impose obligations on entities involved in the administration of the electoral process within the Australian Capital Territory. Firstly, the Australian Electoral Commission, or the relevant authority, must ensure that the updated fees for the Principal Roll and the Supplemental Roll are applied consistently and correctly. Additionally, any entity charged with the responsibility of maintaining and providing access to these electoral rolls must adhere to the new fee structure as stipulated in the regulations. There are no explicit provisions detailing offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breaches of these regulations within the provided text. However, it is important to note that non-compliance with statutory regulations can often lead to administrative penalties or legal action, depending on the severity and nature of the breach. In the context of electoral regulations, failure to adhere to the prescribed fees could potentially undermine the integrity of the electoral process and may result in scrutiny or corrective action by relevant authorities.