Anti-Discrimination Legislation Amendment (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Sex Characteristics Discrimination Commissioner) Bill 2026

Stage by Stage

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

1. Tuesday 30 June 2026 · Senate

   First Reading
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2. Tuesday 30 June 2026 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The Senate debated the introduction of a new commissioner role focused on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics discrimination. The bill aims to align protections for LGBTIQA+ people with those afforded to other vulnerable groups under Commonwealth law. It also proposes updating terminology within the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 to better reflect intersex experiences. The debate was adjourned after the opening speech, with no final outcome recorded in the transcript.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned after McKim sought leave to continue remarks later.

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