private bill
A "private bill" is a type of legislative proposal designed to address specific needs of individuals or organizations, rather than the general public.
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Definition
C1Legislative Process
(formal, technical)A proposed law that affects only a specific individual, group, or locality rather than the general public.
Example
- The local council introduced a private bill to grant additional powers for the new infrastructure project.
- A private bill was passed to provide relief to a family affected by an outdated law.
C1Government
(formal, technical)Legislation that grants special rights, benefits, or exemptions to a particular person or organization.
Example
- The senator sponsored a private bill to award citizenship to a deserving individual.
- Private bills are often used to address unique legal issues that do not affect the general population.
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