introduced

Competition and Consumer Amendment (Responding to Exceptional Circumstances) Bill 2026

Portfolio: Treasury

Introduced25 May 2026
Passed House25 May 2026
Passed Senate14 May 2026
Royal assent26 May 2026

In plain English

Gives the government temporary powers to override competition laws during emergencies like natural disasters.

Source: Australian Parliament House bill record

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