Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00208:section:10
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10  Simplified outline of this Part

         • This Part establishes the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority.
         • The Authority has functions relating to:
             (a) the work resources and travel resources (which are travel expenses and travel allowances) of members of parliament; and
             (b) certain resources of former members of parliament; and
             (c) the travel resources of persons employed under of the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984.
         • Those functions include:
             (a) giving advice about travel resources; and
             (b) monitoring travel resources; and
             (c) preparing regular reports relating to work resources and travel resources; and
             (d) audits relating to work resources and travel resources; and
             (e) processing claims relating to travel resources; and
             (f) giving rulings relating to travel resources.
         • The Authority consists of the following members:
             (a) a Chair;
             (b) the President of the Remuneration Tribunal;
             (c) at least 2, and not more than 3, other members.
         • The members of the Authority (other than the President of the Remuneration Tribunal) are to be appointed by the Governor‑General.
         • The Authority is to hold meetings.
         • The Authority may delegate its functions and powers.
         • The Authority and the Secretary must share relevant information.

Division 2—Authority's establishment, functions, powers and liabilities