Greens MP Sue Pennicuik today supported a motion to refer the ART Bill 2008 to the Legislation Committee of the state upper house. The referral occurred after the bill passed the second reading stage with a close vote of 20 to 18.

"The Legislation Committee is able to scrutinise bills and question the responsible minister and report back to the House, including recommending changes or amendments," said Ms Pennicuik.