• Australian Labor Party Representative for Bean
• Former Australian Labor Party Senator for ACT
• Entered the Senate on 23 May 2018 — Federal election
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
• Left Senate on 11 April 2019 — Resigned
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Bills: Health Legislation Amendment (Improving Choice and Transparency for Private Health Consumers) Bill 2026; Second Reading (25 Jun 2026)

“I also rise today to speak to the Health Legislation Amendment (Improving Choice and Transparency for Private Health Consumers) Bill 2026. Now, it would not shock anyone in this House that I believe that the Morrison government made many mistakes and missteps in their term of government. Whilst a lot of time could be spent discussing those that made major headlines, one that did not receive...”

Constituency Statements: Bean Electorate: Sport, Bean Electorate: Alchemy Choir (25 Jun 2026)

“When Australian sport is showcased on the international stage, all Australians feel proud. But I think the best by-product of international success is the inspiration it provides to people back at home to get involved in community sports. There are few things as rewarding, both physically and mentally, as getting involved in sports. And while my days as a star athlete may be a little behind...”

Questions without Notice: Housing (24 Jun 2026)

“My question is to the Minister for Housing. What action is the Albanese Labor government taking to help Australians into a home of their own? What policies would make homeownership harder for Australians?”

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• Has spoken in 64 debates in the last year — average amongst Representatives.
• Has spoken in 11 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
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• This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 18–19 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 206 times in debates — below average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)
• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 11 times in debates — well below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

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