Appropriation Bill (No. 5) 2025-2026

Stage by Stage

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

1. Tuesday 12 May 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned the second reading of the Appropriation Bill (No. 5) 2025-2026, which sought to approve supplementary appropriations. The Assistant Treasurer moved the motion, outlining that the bill provided funding for estimate variations and decisions made since the mid-year economic and fiscal outlook. Key allocations included significant funding for defence and disability support services. The debate was adjourned without further speeches.

   Outcome: Debate adjourned.

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2. Monday 25 May 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   Tim Wilson opposed the bills, arguing the budget relied on deceit and broken promises regarding new taxes. He claimed the measures would harm small businesses, increase rents, and penalise young Australians saving for homes through higher capital gains tax. Daniel Mulino supported the bills, correcting the record on exemptions for vulnerable trusts and commending the legislation to the House. The bills were passed after the second reading.

   Outcome: The bills were read a second time and agreed to.

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3. Monday 25 May 2026 · House of Representatives

   Third Reading
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4. Monday 22 June 2026 · Senate

   First Reading
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5. Monday 22 June 2026 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The Senate debated two supplementary appropriation bills for the 2025-26 financial year. The Minister for Industry and Innovation moved the second reading, outlining funding allocations for defence, disability support, and infrastructure projects. No other members spoke during the session. The debate was adjourned without a recorded vote in the transcript.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned.

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