Open and Distance Learning Agency (Establishment) Bill, 2026
A Bill for an Act to Establish the Open and Distance Learning Agency to Provide for Its Governance, Functions, Funding and Powers and for Related Matters
In plain terms
This bill creates a new body responsible for the work of the Open and Distance Learning Agency. It sets out who is in charge, how the work is funded, and what powers apply. (Demonstration summary.)
Legislative journey
Gazetted
Thursday, 11 June 2026 · passed
First Reading
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 · passed
Second Reading
Tuesday, 7 July 2026 · passed
Referred to Committee
Thursday, 16 July 2026 · referred
Public Hearing
Wednesday, 12 August 2026 · passed
Committee Report Laid
Tuesday, 18 August 2026 · passed
Committee of the Whole
Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Third Reading
Not yet reached
Senate Concurrence
Not yet reached
Clean Copy Transmitted
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Presidential Assent
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Act of the National Assembly
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Public hearings
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Public Hearing on the Open and Distance Learning Agency (Establishment) Bill, 2026
Committee Room 231
Public engagement
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