Aged Care (Accommodation Payment Security) Levy Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading

Opened the debate

Rae argued that the bill complements previously introduced legislation and facilitates the commencement of the Aged Care Act 2024. Rae stated that the amendments ensure registered providers remain subject to the government guarantee scheme for payments made by older Australians. Rae explained that the bill allows the government to levy costs from certain providers during default events. Rae concluded that these measures protect payments and ensure the sustainability of funded aged-care services.

Government response

Rae introduced the bill as a counterpart to earlier legislation, noting it makes technical and transitional changes. Rae explained that the bill amends the Aged Care (Accommodation Payment Security) Levy Act 2006 to guarantee payments for older Australians. Rae highlighted that the bill ensures providers remain under the guarantee scheme and allows for levying costs in cases of default. Rae commended the bill to the House as a measure to protect payments and sustain services.