Australia 48th Parliament Status: Introduced 1 I cosponsors

s1497 — Workplace Relations Legislation Amendment (Clearing the Fair Work Commission Backlog) Bill 2026

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

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In plain language

The bill aims to reduce the backlog of cases in the Fair Work Commission.

This bill focuses on speeding up the resolution of workplace disputes by streamlining processes in the Fair Work Commission. It aims to help get fair outcomes for workers and employers more quickly.

What this means for you
  • Workers: For workers, this means faster resolutions to disputes and a clearer path to fair outcomes.
  • Small Business: Small businesses can expect quicker case resolutions, reducing disruption to operations.

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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)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors s1497?
s1497 is sponsored by Jane Hume (Liberal Party).
What is the current status of s1497?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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