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Meryl Swanson MP
- Australian Labor Party Representative for Paterson
- Entered House of Representatives on 2 July 2016 — Federal election
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Most recent appearances in parliament
- Questions without Notice: Chemical Contamination (28 May 2026)
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“My question is to the Attorney-General. Earlier today, the Commonwealth commenced legal action in the Federal Court of Australia against 3M and 3M Company. What is the significance of the legal action, Attorney-General?”
- Statements by Members: Chemical Contamination (28 May 2026)
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“Today is a big day. Today the Albanese government has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against 3M, seeking more than $2 billion in damages relating to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS contamination, at 28 defence bases across Australia, including RAAF Base Williamtown in my electorate. This issue is deeply personal to my community. It is deeply personal to me. In...”
- Bills: Appropriation Bill (No. 1) 2026-2027, Appropriation Bill (No. 2) 2026-2027, Appropriation (Parliamentary Departments) Bill (No. 1) 2026-2027; Second Reading (27 May 2026)
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“Order! I'll remind members to address their comments through the chair.”
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- Has spoken in 54 debates in the last year — average amongst Representatives.
- People have made 1 comment on this Representative's speeches — above average amongst Representatives.
- This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 15–16 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
- 4 people are tracking whenever this Representative speaks — email me whenever Meryl Swanson speaks.
- Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 327 times in debates — above average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)
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- 2022 Election results for Paterson (From ABC)
- 2019 Election results for Paterson (From ABC)
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- 2013 Election results for Paterson (From ABC)
- 2010 Election results for Paterson (From ABC)
- 2007 Election results for Paterson (From ABC)
Previous Representatives in this constituency
Other offices held in the past
- Shadow Assistant Minister for Defence (10 Nov 2020 to 1 Jun 2022)
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