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23 of 2006
The Genetically Modified Organisms Amendment Act 23 of 2006 intends:
- to amend the Genetically Modified Organisms Act, 1997, so as:
- to give effect to the Protocol pertaining to genetically modified organisms to which South Africa is party;
- to amend certain definitions and to add new definitions;
- to amend the composition and remuneration of members of the Committee and Council;
- to amplify the powers and duties of the Council and the Committee and the functions of the registrar;
- to clarify the procedure relating to the application for and issuing of permits;
- to provide for risk assessments and liability determinations;
- to amend the information requirements contemplated in the confidentiality clause;
- to lay down criteria with regard to offences;
- to provide for certain procedures during an appeal process; and
- to provide for matters connected therewith.
Commencement
16 February 2010 (Gazette 32966 of 26 February 2010)