Became law
Copyright Amendment Bill 2026
Portfolio: Attorney-General
- Introduced5 November 2025
- Passed House4 February 2026
- Passed Senate31 March 2026
- Royal assent1 April 2026
What does this bill do, in plain English?
Changes Australia's copyright rules to protect creators and update laws for the digital age.
How parliament voted
senate · 31 March 2026
Bills — Copyright Amendment Bill 2026; Second Reading
1626The noes have it · 10 votes
16 ayes, 26 noessenate · 31 March 2026
Bills — Copyright Amendment Bill 2026; Second Reading
1626The noes have it · 10 votes
16 ayes, 26 noes
How parliament votes on this issue
Source: Australian Parliament House bill record
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