Australia 48th Parliament Status: Introduced 1 I cosponsors

r7479 — Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sex-based Rights) Bill 2026

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

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

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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In plain language

The bill addresses sex-based rights regarding discrimination in various sectors.

This bill proposes amendments to strengthen protections against sex discrimination, focusing on rights related to sex-based criteria. It aims to ensure equal treatment in various fields such as employment and education.

What this means for you
  • Workers: What this means for you: There may be enhanced protections against discrimination in the workplace based on sex.
  • Families: What this means for you: Families might benefit from increased protections for members against sex discrimination.
  • Consumers: What this means for you: Consumers may experience improved fair treatment in services and products based on sex.

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

civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors r7479?
r7479 is sponsored by Alison Penfold (National Party).
What is the current status of r7479?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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