Australian Bills

FUTURE MADE IN AUSTRALIA (GUARANTEE OF ORIGIN) BILL 2024Summary**Introduced with the Future Made in Australia (Guarantee of Origin Charges) Bill 2024 and Future Made in Australia (Guarantee of Origin Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2024, the bill: establishes the voluntary Guarantee of Origin scheme to certify renewable electricity and products such as hydrogen; and provides for the creation of certificates that contain information about the attributes of the renewable electricity or product that they represent.Permalink https://parlinfo.aph.gov.au/parlInfo/search/display/display.w3p;query=Id%3A%22legislation%2Fbillhome%2Fr7245%22 *This is an explanatory memorandum for Australia's "Future Made in Australia (Guarantee of Origin) Bill 2024," outlining a voluntary scheme to certify renewable electricity and the emissions embodied in products like hydrogen. The bill establishes a registry for tracking these guarantees of origin (GOs), detailing registration processes for producers and consumers, certificate creation and management, audit procedures, and enforcement mechanisms. It aims to increase transparency, build trust in low-emissions claims, and support Australia's decarbonisation goals and clean energy export market. Cost recovery for the scheme will be implemented via levies, and the bill includes compatibility statements with human rights legislation. An impact analysis assesses the costs and benefits of the proposed scheme against alternative approaches.*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia  

NotebookLM Summary Australia's Customs Amendment Bill 2024 modifies the Customs Act to fulfill obligations under the Second Protocol amending the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) agreement. Key changes include updating rules of origin, introducing record-keeping and verification requirements, and establishing an approved exporter scheme for streamlined documentation. The bill also updates definitions and provisions related to the Harmonized System for AANZFTA, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), PACER Plus, and the Malaysia-Australia Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA). An impact analysis assesses the benefits of the updated AANZFTA, emphasizing increased trade and investment opportunities for Australian businesses. A statement of compatibility with human rights is included, addressing concerns about privacy related to the approved exporter scheme.

MIDWIFE PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY (COMMONWEALTH CONTRIBUTION) SCHEME AMENDMENT BILL 2024The provided text is an impact analysis and explanatory memorandum for an Australian bill aiming to amend the Midwife Professional Indemnity (Commonwealth Contribution) Scheme. The bill seeks to address a critical gap in professional indemnity insurance for midwives providing out-of-hospital intrapartum care, including homebirths, particularly impacting Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations. The proposed solution involves expanding the existing scheme to cover these services, with the Commonwealth contributing 100% of eligible claims. The analysis explores different policy options, weighs their costs and benefits, and details the plan for implementation and evaluation. Human rights considerations are also addressed, emphasizing the importance of ensuring access to safe and culturally appropriate maternity care.Permanlinkhttps://parlinfo.aph.gov.au/parlInfo/search/display/display.w3p;query=Id%3A%22legislation%2Fbillhome%2Fr7282%22*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia

Australia's Sydney Airport Demand Management Amendment Bill 2024 aims to modernize the 1997 Act governing airport slot allocation. Key changes include a stricter compliance regime with new civil penalties for slot misuse, increased transparency through mandatory information reporting and publication, and a revised Slot Management Scheme under ministerial control. The bill also introduces a controlled recovery period to mitigate weather-related delays, while preserving existing curfews and movement caps. Finally, it addresses human rights considerations, particularly concerning fair hearings and privacy related to information gathering and dissemination.The Sydney Airport Demand Management Amendment Bill 2024 aims to improve the efficiency and resilience of Sydney Airport in several ways. Here are some key points:●Resilience During Disruptions: The bill introduces a "recovery period" that allows for a temporary increase in the hourly movement cap from 80 to 85 aircraft movements for up to two hours during significant disruptions like severe weather1. This will help reduce delays and clear backlogs caused by disruptions, enhancing the airport's operational resilience. However, this recovery period won't affect the existing curfew or daily movement cap2.●Efficient Slot Allocation: The bill seeks to improve the efficiency of slot allocation and usage. This includes tackling anti-competitive practices like slot hoarding and misuse3. The changes aim to ensure slots are allocated and used effectively throughout the day, preventing a concentration of flights during peak hours4. This is expected to reduce delays and optimize aircraft movements within the existing limits5.●Stricter Compliance and Transparency: The bill introduces a new set of civil penalty provisions to manage slot misuse56. This stricter compliance regime, aligned with the Worldwide Airport Slot Guidelines, will deter practices like failing to use allocated slots, no-slot movements, off-slot movements, and applying for slots without intending to use them356.●The bill also enhances transparency measures, requiring the publication of information about slot allocation, usage, and compliance78. The Minister will have the power to compel airlines to produce information, promoting accountability and informing consumers about airline performance8.●Improved Access for New Entrants: The bill intends to improve access to slots for new entrants, promoting competition in the market9. Changes to the Slot Management Scheme will reduce barriers to entry, increasing consumer choice and market dynamism. The bill also considers giving priority to regional NSW airlines requesting peak-period slots, improving connectivity for those communities9.Overall, the bill aims to create a more efficient, transparent, and resilient system for managing demand at Sydney Airport. These improvements are designed to benefit both the aviation industry and consumers while maintaining community protections regarding noise and air traffic.*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes. Using New version based on Gemini 2.0.**Source Parliament of Australia

The provided text is a pair of explanatory memoranda for Australia's Surveillance Legislation (Confirmation of Application) Bill 2024. The Bill aims to legally confirm the admissibility of evidence gathered during Operation Ironside, a major investigation into transnational crime, using the AN0M encrypted messaging app. The memoranda clarify that this evidence, obtained via warrants, does not constitute intercepted communications under existing law and thus was lawfully obtained. A key part of the justification centers on legal decisions confirming that the AN0M application's design prevented interception as legally defined. Finally, a supplementary memorandum corrects a typographical error in the list of warrants included in the Bill.*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia

**SummaryAmends the Migration Act 1958 to: provide for the cessation of certain bridging visas where the holder of the visa has been granted permission by a foreign country to enter and remain in that country; enable the minister to make a decision that a protection finding would no longer be made in relation to a non-citizen who holds a visa as a removal pathway non-citizen; create an immunity from civil liability in relation to certain acts or omissions; provide for the collection, use and disclosure of criminal history information or information to foreign countries; provide for spending authority for third country reception arrangements; and make technical amendments.*SummaryThe provided text is an Explanatory Memorandum and related documents for Australia's Migration Amendment Bill 2024. The bill aims to strengthen the legal framework for removing non-citizens from Australia, particularly those on a removal pathway. Key changes include clarifying the use of criminal history information, authorizing information sharing with foreign countries to facilitate removals (including through third-country arrangements), and altering bridging visa conditions. The memorandum addresses potential human rights implications, emphasizing that the bill's measures are intended to maintain the integrity of the migration system while protecting the Australian community, and are compliant with Australia’s human rights obligations given appropriate policies and procedures. Amendments to the bill further refine these provisions.*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia

Intelligence Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Cyber Security) Bill 2024SummaryIntroduced with the Cyber Security Bill 2024 and Security of Critical Infrastructure and Other Legislation Amendment (Enhanced Response and Prevention) Bill 2024 to implement certain measures proposed by the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy, the bill amends the: Intelligence Services Act 2001 to establish a ‘limited use’ obligation that restricts how cyber security information voluntarily provided to the Australian Signals Directorate can be used and disclosed; and Freedom of Information Act 1982 to exempt cyber security information voluntarily provided to the National Cyber Security Coordinator from the operation of the Act.SummaryThis explanatory memorandum details the Intelligence Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Cyber Security) Bill 2024, which aims to bolster Australia's cybersecurity posture. The bill introduces a "limited use" obligation for cyber security information shared with the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), ensuring its use is restricted to specified purposes and protecting against its use in legal proceedings against the providing entity. Amendments to the Freedom of Information Act are included to further protect this information. Extensive consultation informed the bill's development and a human rights compatibility statement confirms its alignment with Australia's obligations. The bill aims to encourage greater information sharing by organizations with ASD while safeguarding privacy and other rights. No significant financial implications are anticipated. *Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia

Cyber Security Bill 2024SummaryIntroduced with the Intelligence Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Cyber Security) Bill 2024 and Security of Critical Infrastructure and Other Legislation Amendment (Enhanced Response and Prevention) Bill 2024 to implement certain measures proposed by the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy, the bill provides for: mandatory security standards for smart devices; mandatory obligations on certain businesses to report ransomware and cyber extortion payments; a ‘limited use’ obligation that restricts how cyber security information voluntarily provided to the National Cyber Security Coordinator can be used and disclosed; and the establishment of a Cyber Incident Review Board to conduct post-incident reviews into significant cyber security incidents.SummaryThe provided text is an explanatory memorandum for Australia's Cyber Security Bill 2024. This bill aims to create a comprehensive legal framework addressing contemporary cybersecurity challenges. Key features include mandatory reporting of ransomware payments by businesses exceeding a certain turnover, the establishment of a Cyber Incident Review Board for post-incident analysis and recommendations, and mandatory security standards for internet-connected devices. The bill also addresses data privacy concerns and outlines enforcement mechanisms, such as compliance and stop notices. Finally, the memorandum details the bill's extraterritorial application and its compatibility with human rights. *Created with the use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia

SECURITY OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT (ENHANCED RESPONSE AND PREVENTION) BILL 2024SummaryIntroduced with the Cyber Security Bill 2024 and Intelligence Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Cyber Security) Bill 2024 to implement certain measures proposed by the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy, the bill amends the: Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 to: clarify obligations in relation to certain data storage systems that store or process business critical data; expand the government assistance framework to facilitate the management of consequences of impacts of incidents on critical infrastructure assets; amend the definition of ‘protected information’ to include a harms-based assessment and non-exhaustive list of relevant information; clarify the use and disclosure of protected information; enable the regulator to direct an entity to remedy a seriously deficient risk management program; consolidate security requirements for critical telecommunications assets; remove direct interest holders from reporting obligations associated with Systems of National Significance. Also makes consequential or contingent amendments to 5 Acts.AI SummaryThis document outlines proposed amendments to Australia's Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018. Key changes include expanding the definition of critical infrastructure to encompass data storage systems holding business-critical information, granting broader government powers to respond to and mitigate the consequences of serious incidents (beyond just cybersecurity), introducing a formal mechanism for regulators to address deficiencies in critical infrastructure risk management programs, and streamlining security requirements for critical telecommunications assets. A compatibility statement with human rights and a detailed impact analysis are included, addressing potential concerns and outlining the expected costs and benefits of the proposed reforms. Finally, the document details the consultation process with industry stakeholders and incorporates their feedback.*Created with use of AI using NotebookLM (Deep dive voices) for educational purposes**Source Parliament of Australia