National Residue Survey (Grain Legumes) Levy Act 1992

Overview

The National Residue Survey (Grain Legumes) Levy Act 1992 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to address the need for a national residue survey targeting grain legumes. This Act was designed to impose a specific levy to fund these surveys, ensuring that grain legumes are tested for harmful residues, thereby safeguarding both consumer health and maintaining the integrity of the Australian agricultural industry. The policy objective, as articulated during the legislative process, was to provide a structured financial mechanism to support the ongoing monitoring and testing of grain legumes for chemical residues, which is critical for ensuring compliance with safety standards and protecting public health. The Act binds the Crown in right of each of the states, the Australian Capital Territory, the Northern Territory, and Norfolk Island, ensuring that the levy applies uniformly across the nation. By imposing the National Residue Survey Levy as defined under the National Residue Survey Administration Act 1992, the legislation aims to establish a dedicated funding source for the residue surveys of grain legumes, thereby enabling effective and consistent monitoring practices throughout the country.

Scope and Application

The National Residue Survey (Grain Legumes) Levy Act 1992 applies to all grain legumes as defined under the Grain Legumes Levy Act 1985, thereby binding the Crown in right of each of the States, the Australian Capital Territory, the Northern Territory, and Norfolk Island. This legislation imposes a National Residue Survey Levy on grain legumes to the extent it is payable, as specified under the National Residue Survey Administration Act 1992. The Act commenced on 1 July 1993 and its geographic reach extends to all territories and entities within the defined jurisdiction of Australia, including Norfolk Island. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds within the primary text of the Act; however, the application and implementation of the levy may be further detailed or modified through subordinate instruments or regulations issued under the authority of this Act.

Key Provisions

The National Residue Survey (Grain Legumes) Levy Act 1992 (section 1) is a piece of legislation that imposes a levy on grain legumes, as defined by the Grain Legumes Levy Act 1985 (section 3). This Act, which took effect on 1 July 1993 (section 2), applies to grain legumes and binds the Crown in various jurisdictions (section 4). The Act imposes a National Residue Survey Levy on grain legumes, as specified in the National Residue Survey Administration Act 1992 (section 5). This levy is applicable to the extent it is payable in respect of grain legumes. The Act places certain obligations on the parties or entities it governs. Specifically, those who deal with grain legumes are required to comply with the provisions of this Act, which includes paying the National Residue Survey Levy as imposed by the National Residue Survey Administration Act 1992. The Act ensures that the levy is collected and managed in accordance with the specified framework, which includes the administration and oversight of the levy. For breaches of the Act, the legislation provides for both civil and criminal consequences. The specifics of these consequences are not detailed in the provided text, but typically, such breaches could lead to fines or other penalties as stipulated in the National Residue Survey Administration Act 1992. The maximum penalties for non-compliance could vary depending on the nature and severity of the breach, as outlined in the relevant administrative act. It is important for parties subject to this Act to ensure compliance to avoid potential legal repercussions.