The Bill was introduced in the National Assembly on 18 November and must go through five stages before it becomes law.
For Stage 1, the Business Committee referred the Bill to the Communities, Equality and Local Government Committee. This is for consideration of the general principles and of the need for legislation: broadly speaking, does it do what it says and is legislation necessary?
The first session was on 12 December and there are five more arranged in January and February before the committee holds three private sessions in March. Anyone with an interest who wants to submit evidence has until 17 January to do so via email to CELGCommittee@wales.gov. uk or by post to the committee clerk.
Following that there will be a Debate in Plenary on the general principles and a Financial Resolution. Other committees may also consider and report on the financial implications and any subordinate legislation provisions.
According to the agreed timetable for the Bill, the Communities, Equality and Local Government Committee should report to the Assembly by 21 March, 2014.
Stage 2 comprises detailed consideration by a committee of the Bill and any amendments tabled and proceedings should be completed by 23 May, 2014.
Stage 3 is detailed consideration by the Assembly of the Bill and any amendments. Stage 4 is a vote by the Assembly on the final text of the Bill. There is an optional amending stage, called the Report Stage, which can take place between Stage 3 and 4 if proposed by the Member in Charge and agreed by the Assembly.
Stage 5 is Royal Assent, which is expected in Summer 2014.
Follow the progress of the Bill at http://www.senedd.assemblywales.org/mgIssueHistoryHome.aspx?IId=8220