References by Parliament
196 References by Parliament
Both Houses of Parliament may, by resolution of each House, refer any conduct that is (or could be) officer misconduct or officer maladministration or agency maladministration or any other matter to the Commission for investigation by the Commission.
It is the duty of the Commission to fully investigate a matter so referred to it for investigation.
Both Houses of Parliament may, by resolution of each House, amend or revoke a reference made under this section.
The Commission is to prepare a report in relation to a matter referred to it under this section, as directed by the Houses of Parliament.
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