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Bill Debate · Second Reading

AusCheck Amendment (Global Entry Program) Bill 2025; Second Reading

House of Representatives · Tuesday 11 February 2025

Continued from Monday 10 February 2025.

Official Hansard for this day (APH) · Read this debate on OpenAustralia

At a glance

The debate concerned legislation to amend the AusCheck Act 2007 to facilitate Australia's participation in the United States Global Entry program. Andrew Hastie supported the bill, arguing it would streamline travel for Australians and support strategic partnerships like AUKUS. No other members spoke, and the bill was passed on second reading.

Outcome

The bill was read a second time.

Summary in reported speech - not a transcript. AI-generated, so check the official record before quoting.

How the debate unfolded

Continued the debate

Hastie argued that the bill would expand Australia's participation in the US Global Entry program, allowing eligible Australians access to expedited immigration and customs channels. Hastie stated that this change would benefit frequent travellers, strengthen people-to-people links, and support business connections. Hastie linked the measure to the broader strategic context of AUKUS, noting that streamlined travel would assist military and industrial cooperation with the United States. Hastie confirmed that the Coalition supported the policy intent of the legislation to improve the travel experience for Australians.