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Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Amendment (Local Industry Preference) Bill 2026

Debated Monday 29 June 2026

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1
Chambers
House of Representatives
Votes
0

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

  1. Monday 29 June 2026 · House of Representatives

    Second Reading

    The debate concerned a private member's bill to amend Commonwealth procurement rules to prioritise Australian manufacturing. The member for Fowler argued that current government spending on future industries neglected traditional manufacturers, citing specific gaps in support for steel and textiles. The member for Calare supported the legislation, highlighting the resilience of local businesses in regional New South Wales. Both speakers advocated for mandatory local content requirements in federal tenders to protect domestic jobs and supply chains.

    Outcome: The motion for the second reading was moved and seconded, but the transcript does not record the final vote or passage of the bill.

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