The Governor signs the emergency Bill in the Executive Council Room at Government House on Thursday evening. Governor assents emergency Bill August 14, 2020 By Adele Hollywood The Governor provided Royal Assent to an emergency Bill at Government House on Thursday evening. View more information about the Bill Royal Assent is given when the Governor, representing the sovereign, assents to a Bill after it has been passed by both Houses of Parliament. This must occur before the Bill becomes an Act. Read more about the Governor’s constitutional role. Post navigation 28th Annual Governor’s Prayer BreakfastGovernor’s Regional Visit Program: Geraldton, Day One View all Articles