AI Kill Switch and Data Centre Control Bill 2026

Stage by Stage

Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript. In date order, both chambers.

1. Monday 7 September 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned the introduction of legislation to mandate human oversight of advanced artificial intelligence and impose a moratorium on new data centre construction. Andrew Gee argued that statutory safeguards were urgently needed to prevent AI systems from operating without human control and to protect regional resources from the environmental impact of data centres. Dai Le supported the bill, emphasising the need to prepare the workforce for technological changes and addressing concerns about rising energy and water costs. The debate concluded with the motion being seconded and the discussion adjourned.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned.

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