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Progressing through parliament

Australia’s Foreign Relations (State and Territory Arrangements) Amendment Bill 2026

Portfolio: Foreign Affairs and Trade

  1. Introduced1 July 2026
  2. Passed House20 August 2026
  3. Passed Senate20 August 2026
  4. Royal assent26 August 2026

What does this bill do, in plain English?

Gives the federal government power to approve state and territory deals with foreign countries.

Source: Australian Parliament House bill record

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