Nick McKim (Tasmania, Australian Greens) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

( At the request of Senator Whish-Wilson and Senator Cadell, I move:

That the following matter be referred to the Environment and Communications References Committee for inquiry and report by 22 November 2024:

The effectiveness of the Albanese Labor Government's waste reduction and recycling policies in delivering a circular economy, with reference to:

(a) recycling export regulations imposed through the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020, noting the:

(i) ramifications for Australia's international and domestic commitments and obligations under the Act,

(ii) benefits and consequences of imposing the requirements on the Australian industry, and

(iii) interaction and efficacy of the community and economic benefits of the legislation;

(b) the efficacy and progress on circular economy deliverables;

(c) the progress on the implementation of mandated product stewardship schemes; and

(d) any other related matters.

Question agreed to.