Supply Bill (No. 1) 2025-2026

Stage by Stage

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

1. Tuesday 25 March 2025 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The House of Representatives considered the second reading of three supply bills for the 2025-2026 financial year. No substantive debate occurred because a resolution agreed to earlier in the day expired the time allocated for discussion. The member for Bendigo put the question in accordance with standing orders and the Clerk's directions. The bills were passed without further amendment or opposition.

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

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2. Tuesday 25 March 2025 · House of Representatives

   Third Reading
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3. Tuesday 25 March 2025 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned the second reading of the Supply Bill (No. 1) 2025-2026, which provides interim funding for government operations from 1 July 2025. The bill aims to ensure the continuity of public services and meet Commonwealth obligations during the first five months of the financial year, particularly in the context of an upcoming election. Stephen Jones moved the motion for the second reading, outlining the bill's provisions and accountability measures. As no other members spoke, the debate concluded with the commendation of the bill to the House.

   Outcome: The bill was commended to the House by Stephen Jones.

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