19Regulated databases and regulated repositories

19  Regulated databases and regulated repositories

 (1) Regulated database means a database that is prescribed by the rules.

Note: A database may be prescribed by name, or by inclusion in a specified class or classes of databases (see subsection 13(3) of the Legislation Act 2003).

 (2) Regulated repository means a repository that is prescribed by the rules.

Note: A repository may be prescribed by name, or by inclusion in a specified class or classes of repositories (see subsection 13(3) of the Legislation Act 2003).

 (3) Before making rules for the purposes of subsection (1) or (2), the Minister must be satisfied that the rules are consistent with Australia’s obligations under the BBNJ Agreement.

Division 2—Collection of marine genetic resources

Subdivision A—Before carrying out a collection activity