Export Control Amendment (Clarifying Obligations Relating to Registered Establishments) Bill 2026

Stage by Stage

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

1. Thursday 12 March 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry introduced the bill to amend the Export Control Act 2020. The legislation aims to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses by clarifying obligations for registered establishments and broadening the scope of trade support documents. The debate was adjourned after the minister's opening speech.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned.

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2. Wednesday 25 March 2026 · House of Representatives

   Reference to Federation Chamber
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3. Wednesday 25 March 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned amendments to the Export Control Act 2020 aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on Australian exporters. The National Party supported the bill for its efficiency improvements but raised concerns about rising departmental costs. The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry defended the legislation as a necessary step to streamline regulations and support trade. The bill was passed after the second reading.

   Outcome: The question was agreed to and the bill was read a second time.

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4. Wednesday 25 March 2026 · House of Representatives

   Third Reading
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5. Thursday 14 May 2026 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The Senate debated amendments to the Export Control Act 2020 aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on registered establishments and expanding the scope of export documentation. The coalition supported the bill as a practical measure to streamline operations for agricultural exporters. The government also supported the legislation, commending it to the Senate without further debate. No amendments were moved, and the bill proceeded through the second reading stage.

   Outcome: The bill was supported by the coalition and commended by the government, with no amendments moved during the second reading debate.

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6. Thursday 14 May 2026 · Senate

   Third Reading
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