Senate debates Documents
Economy; Order for the Production of Documents
Wendy Askew Tasmania, Liberal Party
4:26 pm
ASKEW (—) (): At the request of Senator Hume, I move:
That there be laid on the table by the Minister representing the Treasurer, by no later than midday on Thursday, 15 June 2023:
(a) a copy of all reports by Moody's Corporation, Fitch Ratings Inc., and S&P Global (or an affiliate or subsidiary of any of the aforementioned) received by the Treasury or the Treasurer's office relating to the Commonwealth of Australia's credit rating since 1 March 2023; and
(b) a copy of all associated briefing materials, minutes, memorandums and other related documents produced by the Treasury for the Treasurer or his office relating to the Commonwealth of Australia's credit rating.
Anthony Chisholm Queensland, Australian Labor Party, Assistant Minister for Education
4:27 pm
I seek leave to make a short statement.
Anthony Chisholm Queensland, Australian Labor Party, Assistant Minister for Education
The government will be opposing this motion, noting that a 48-hour deadline for an OPD is unreasonable and impractical.