Jordon Steele-John
Australian Greens Senator for WA
Currently sitting
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Seat and party history (1)
- Australian Greens - WA (Senate) - 10 Nov 2017 to present
- Seat and party records: OpenAustralia member data.
Contact
Office: (08) 6245 3310
Office 1.19, Level 1, 140 William Street, Perth WA 6000
Office details: Parliament of Australia, CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Contact details on aph.gov.au Profile on OpenAustraliaThese counts cover what is on this site only. They do not measure electorate work or committee work.
Compared with other members
Jordon Steele-John compared with all 76 sitting senators.
Questions asked in Question Time
Lower than 66% of senators- This member
- 6
- Average
- 10.4
- Median
- 10
Debates spoken in
Higher than 68% of senators- This member
- 48
- Average
- 44.8
- Median
- 40
Votes cast
Higher than 75% of senators- This member
- 957
- Average
- 743.0
- Median
- 730
Share of divisions voted in
Higher than 71% of senators- This member
- 85%
- Average
- 69%
- Median
- 69%
Read these with care
- The median is the middle member: half did more, half did less. It is less affected by a few very active members than the average.
- Ministers answer questions rather than ask them, and the presiding officers rarely vote, so their patterns differ.
- Government backbenchers are often given arranged "Dorothy Dixer" questions, which raises their question counts.
- Votes only record ayes and noes, so a missed vote cannot be told apart from a pair (an agreed absence).
- Counts cover only what is on this site, and do not measure electorate or committee work. New members have less history.
Question Time
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The member asked if the minister was proud of cutting $185 billion from the NDIS over the decade. She further inquired if the government could guarantee that no disabled person would lose support or be left worse off, and what alternative supports were funded for autistic adults and teenagers.
Background: The question addressed significant budget cuts to the NDIS and concerns about support for disabled people.
Answer from Katy Gallagher
The minister stated the reforms were necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the NDIS, which had grown beyond initial projections of $13 billion annually to over $50 billion. She explained that the budget aimed to manage scheme growth and return the NDIS to its original focus. The minister highlighted investments in rebuilding support systems outside the NDIS for those who do not qualify, ensuring that people without private funds could still access necessary care.
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The senator asked which cohorts of disabled people would make up the 160,000 individuals intended to be removed from the NDIS. Supplementary questions challenged the minister's claim that 8 per cent of funding was lost to fraud, noting that this figure included accidental errors, and asked why the government was cutting $35 billion from the scheme instead of taxing billionaires and gas corporations.
Background: Reports indicated the government intended to remove 160,000 people from the NDIS and cut billions from the scheme, raising concerns about transparency and impact on the disability community.
Answer from Jenny McAllister
The minister explained that reforms were necessary because the scheme was growing too fast, costing more than anticipated, and distorting the care economy. She stated that changes to eligibility aimed to return the scheme to its original intent of supporting those with significant and permanent disabilities. Regarding fraud, she emphasized the need to stamp out exploitation and harm. She argued that sustainability measures were essential to ensure the scheme existed for future generations, noting that other supports like Thriving Kids would assist those no longer eligible for the NDIS.
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The member asked why community healthcare centres were closing under Labor governments. He questioned the government's response to rising costs and reduced access.
Background: Community healthcare centres were closing, and out-of-pocket costs were rising, affecting access to affordable care.
Answer from Jenny McAllister
The minister expressed disappointment at the closure of cohealth, attributing it to financial issues. She highlighted upcoming investments in Medicare and bulk-billing incentives starting 1 November. She did not commit to lifting rebates for longer consultations.
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The senator asked for clarification on the term 'mild or moderate' autism and whether the government intended to remove children with level 1 or 2 autism diagnoses from NDIS eligibility.
Background: Concerns were raised about the definition of 'mild or moderate' autism and potential changes to NDIS eligibility.
Answer from Jenny McAllister
The minister emphasized the government's commitment to supporting all people with disability, noting that the NDIS is for those with significant and permanent disability. She explained that the government was working on foundational supports outside the NDIS for those who may not be suitable candidates, following the Bonyhady and Paul review. She stated that the government sought to establish easier pathways for families to obtain support, particularly for children and young people.
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The senator asked why the government had not legislated for a disability rights act or established a national disability commission one year after the Royal Commission response.
Background: One year had passed since the government's response to the Disability Royal Commission, with no legislation for a disability rights act or national disability commission.
Answer from Jenny McAllister
The minister stated the government is working with the disability community and state counterparts to implement reforms, building on $3 billion in previous investments. She noted that the Attorney-General's Department is progressing options to reform the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and will commence consultations. She emphasised her commitment to engaging with diverse representatives of the disability community.
Question from Jordon Steele-John
The member asked if the government would pledge to prolong the tripled bulk-billing incentive for all patients and raise rebates for longer consultations to lower costs.
Background: Reports indicated falling GP bulk-billing rates and rising out-of-pocket costs, with average consultation times increasing to 18.7 minutes.
Answer from Malarndirri McCarthy
The minister highlighted that the government had tripled the bulk-billing incentive from November 2021, leading to a national increase in bulk-billing rates from 75.6% to 77.5%. She attributed previous declines to a six-year freeze on Medicare rebates under the former government. She noted record numbers of junior doctors entering GP training, particularly in rural areas.
Other Parliamentary Activity
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Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 16 September 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Amendment (No Jab No Pay Repeal) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 16 September 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Health Legislation Amendment (Improving Choice and Transparency for Private Health Consumers) Bill 2026; In Committee
Senate · Tuesday 15 September 2026 · In Committee
Contributed to this debate
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Health Legislation Amendment (Improving Choice and Transparency for Private Health Consumers) Bill 2026; Second Reading
Senate · Monday 14 September 2026 · Second Reading
Opened this debate
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Tobacco Control
Senate · Monday 7 September 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Superannuation Legislation Amendment (Fair Super for Young Workers) Bill 2026; Second Reading
Senate · Thursday 20 August 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Veterans
Senate · Wednesday 19 August 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026; In Committee
Senate · Tuesday 18 August 2026 · In Committee
Opened this debate · Position: oppose
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National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026; Second Reading
Senate · Monday 17 August 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025; Consideration of House of Representatives Message
Senate · Thursday 2 July 2026 · Consideration of House of Representatives Message
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 1 July 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Tuesday 30 June 2026 · Second Reading
Opened this debate
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Data Centres
Senate · Tuesday 30 June 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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National Disability Insurance Scheme
Senate · Wednesday 24 June 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Opened this debate
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National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026
Senate · Monday 22 June 2026 · General Debate
Opened this debate
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Budget
Senate · Wednesday 13 May 2026 · Take Note Debate
Opened this debate
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Private Health Insurance
Senate · Tuesday 12 May 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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National Disability Insurance Scheme
Senate · Tuesday 12 May 2026 · Take Note Debate
Opened this debate
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Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 1 April 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Integrity and Safeguarding) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Tuesday 31 March 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Integrity and Safeguarding) Bill 2025; In Committee
Senate · Tuesday 31 March 2026 · In Committee
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Fuel Security, Waste Management and Recycling, Cybersafety, Fuel
Senate · Thursday 26 March 2026 · Take Note Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Defence Amendment (Parliamentary Approval of Overseas Service) Bill 2020; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 25 March 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Fuel
Senate · Monday 23 March 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026; Second Reading
Senate · Tuesday 20 January 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Bondi Beach: Attack
Senate · Monday 19 January 2026 · Condolence
Contributed to this debate
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Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025, National Environmental Protection Agency Bill 2025, Environment Information Australia Bill 2025, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (Customs Charges Imposition) Bill 2025, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (Excise Charges Imposition) Bill 2025, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (General Charges Imposition) Bill 2025, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (Restoration Charge Imposition) Bill 2025; In Committee
Senate · Thursday 27 November 2025 · In Committee
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Aged Care Act 2024
Senate · Thursday 6 November 2025 · General Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Australian Centre for Disease Control Bill 2025, Australian Centre for Disease Control (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2025; In Committee
Senate · Wednesday 5 November 2025 · In Committee
Opened this debate
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Treasury Laws Amendment (Payday Superannuation) Bill 2025, Superannuation Guarantee Charge Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Monday 3 November 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Climate Change
Senate · Monday 3 November 2025 · Take Note Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Health Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No. 1) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Thursday 30 October 2025 · Second Reading
Opened this debate
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Private Health Insurance (National Joint Replacement Register Levy) Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 29 October 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Aged Care and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025, Aged Care (Accommodation Payment Security) Levy Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 3 September 2025 · Second Reading
Opened this debate
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National Health Amendment (Cheaper Medicines) Bill 2025; In Committee
Senate · Monday 1 September 2025 · In Committee
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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National Disability Insurance Scheme
Senate · Monday 25 August 2025 · Take Note Debate
Opened this debate
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Defence Housing Australia Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Monday 25 August 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Medicare
Senate · Thursday 31 July 2025 · General Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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Universities Accord (Cutting Student Debt by 20 Per Cent) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Tuesday 29 July 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, Middle East
Senate · Monday 28 July 2025 · Take Note Debate
Opened this debate
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Health Legislation Amendment (Improved Medicare Integrity and Other Measures) Bill 2025; In Committee
Senate · Monday 28 July 2025 · In Committee
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Health Legislation Amendment (Improved Medicare Integrity and Other Measures) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Thursday 24 July 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Middle East
Senate · Wednesday 26 March 2025 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Reconsiderations) Bill 2025; Second Reading
Senate · Wednesday 26 March 2025 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Cost of Living
Senate · Tuesday 11 February 2025 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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United States of America
Senate · Thursday 6 February 2025 · Take Note Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Medicare
Senate · Wednesday 5 February 2025 · Take Note Debate
Opened this debate
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United States of America
Senate · Tuesday 4 February 2025 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
- Votes recorded
- 957
- Aye votes (57.9%)
- 554
- No votes (42.1%)
- 403
Showing the latest 50 votes.
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Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026; Second Read
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 21, Noes 32 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026; Second Read
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 13, Noes 23 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026; Second Read
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 13, Noes 23 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Defence Force Discipline Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures...
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 30, Noes 24 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Corruption in the Construction Industry Select Committee; Appointment
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 23, Noes 31 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee; Reference
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 34, Noes 21 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Environment and Communications References Committee; Reference
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 23, Noes 32 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Selection of Bills Committee; Report
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 12, Noes 28 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (Veterans' Healthcare With...
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 33, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (Veterans' Healthcare With...
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 34, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Migration
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 19, Noes 30 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Manufacturing Industry
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 20, Noes 27 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Personal Information and Privacy; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 30, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Maritime Industry; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 16, Noes 23 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Climate Change; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 16, Noes 23 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Census; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 23, Noes 30 · Failed
VOTED NO -
ASECA Judicial Seminar; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 12, Noes 28 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Middle East; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 13, Noes 27 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
North to East Australia Pipeline; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 18, Noes 25 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Artificial Intelligence Joint Select Committee; Appointment
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 17, Noes 25 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Artificial Intelligence Joint Select Committee; Appointment
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 17, Noes 26 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Improved Native Forest Management; Order for the Production of Documents
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 26, Noes 31 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee; Reference
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 27, Noes 31 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Middle East
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 32, Noes 20 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Amendment (No Jab No Pay Repeal) Bill 20...
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 6, Noes 34 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Economy
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 31, Noes 20 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Australian Federal Police; Order for the Production of Documents
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 31, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Trade Unions; Order for the Production of Documents
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 33, Noes 20 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Consideration of Legislation
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 22, Noes 32 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Cybersafety Legislation; Order for the Production of Documents
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 34, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Executive Remuneration; Order for the Production of Documents
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 17, Noes 26 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Waste Management and Recycling; Order for the Production of Documents
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 34, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Environment and Communications References Committee; Reference
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 21, Noes 33 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Red Lines Package Omnibus Bill 2026; First Reading
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 39, Noes 14 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Artificial Intelligence
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 35, Noes 20 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Wage Justice for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers (Special Account)...
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 25, Noes 36 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee; Reference
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 25, Noes 31 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Water
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 16, Noes 24 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Cost of Living
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 22, Noes 32 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Digital Seller Underperformance Policy; Order for the Production of Documents
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 32, Noes 18 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Health Care; Order for the Production of Documents
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 23, Noes 28 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Intergenerational Trust Fund for the People of the Republic of Nauru; Order f...
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 35, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee; Reference
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 35, Noes 19 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Wage Justice for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers (Special Account)...
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 24, Noes 35 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Wage Justice for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers (Special Account)...
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 12, Noes 25 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Major Sporting Events (Indicia and Images) Protection Amendment Bill 2026; Th...
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 31, Noes 18 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Major Sporting Events (Indicia and Images) Protection Amendment Bill 2026; Se...
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 31, Noes 18 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Regulatory Reform Omnibus Bill 2026; In Committee
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 21, Noes 32 · Failed
VOTED NO -
Regulatory Reform Omnibus Bill 2026; In Committee
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 31, Noes 22 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Consideration of Legislation
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 19, Noes 33 · Failed
VOTED NO
About this page
This page tracks Jordon Steele-John's parliamentary activity: questions asked and answered in Question Time, debates spoken in, and votes in divisions. Summaries are in reported speech, not transcripts; each one links to the official record.