Genetically Modified Organisms Amendment Act (No. 23 of 2006)

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Published: 23 May 2007

Genetically Modified Organisms Amendment Act (No. 23 of 2006)

To amend the Genetically Modified Organisms Act, 1997, so as to give effect to the I'rotncol pertaining to gerietically moclified organism? to which South Africa is patty; to amend certnin definitions and to add new definitions: to amend the romposition and remuneration of meinhers of the Committee Hnd Council: to amplify lhe powers and duties of the Council ~ i i tdh e Committee and the function~ of the registrar; to clarify the procedure relating In the application for and issuing of permits; to provide for risk arsessments and liahiiity determinations: to Amend tle information requirements contemplated in the confidentinlity clause; to lay ~ down criteria with regard to otfences; to provide for certain procedura during an appeal pruccss; and to provide for matters connect& therewith.