Australia 48th Parliament Status: Introduced 1 I cosponsors

s1413 — Competition and Consumer Amendment (Divestiture Powers) Bill 2024

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House of Representatives
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Not enough signal yet

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In plain language

This bill gives regulators more power to divest anti-competitive businesses.

The bill empowers regulators to require the sale of parts of businesses that harm competition. This aims to promote fair markets and protect consumers.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This can lead to more job opportunities as diverse companies thrive in a healthier market.
  • Consumers: This means better choices and fair prices as competition increases.
  • Small Business: This offers a level playing field, allowing small businesses to compete more effectively.

Bill Text

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Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 225 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (225)

225 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

finance technology
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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors s1413?
s1413 is sponsored by Nick McKim (Australian Greens).
What is the current status of s1413?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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