I move:

That the following matter be referred to the Environment and Communications References Committee for inquiry and report by 8 April 2016:

The threat of marine plastic pollution in Australia and Australian waters, with particular reference to:

(a) the review of current research and scientific understanding of plastic pollution in the marine environment;

(b) sources of marine plastic pollution;

(c) the impacts of marine plastic pollution, including impacts on species and ecosystems, fisheries, small business, and human health;

(d) measures and resourcing for mitigation; and

(e) any other relevant matters.

Question agreed to.