Australia 48th Parliament Status: Introduced 1 I cosponsors

s996 — Landholders’ Right to Refuse (Gas and Coal) Bill 2015

  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

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In plain language

This bill allows landholders to refuse gas and coal mining activities on their property.

The bill grants landholders the right to say no to gas and coal mining on their land. It aims to empower property owners regarding mining activities that affect them.

What this means for you
  • Families: If you own land, you can decide whether to allow gas and coal mining on your property.

Bill Text

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Sponsors

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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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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors s996?
s996 is sponsored by Larissa Waters (Australian Greens).
What is the current status of s996?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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