Senate debates

Thursday, 13 August 2026

Bills

Firearms Legislation Amendment (Repealing Unfair Gun Laws) Bill 2026; First Reading

11:50 am

Photo of Bridget McKenzieBridget McKenzie (Victoria, National Party, Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development) | | Hansard source

I move:

That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act to repeal legislation relating to firearms—

Labor's unfair firearm legislation—

and for related purposes.

Question agreed to.

Photo of Sue LinesSue Lines (President) | | Hansard source

The question is that the motion as moved by Senator McKenzie be agreed to. Those of that opinion say aye. Against? I believe the ayes have it.

Honourable senators interjecting

Order! There were two voices. You're not in a debate with me.

Order, Senator Shoebridge!

Question agreed to.

Photo of Bridget McKenzieBridget McKenzie (Victoria, National Party, Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development) | | Hansard source

I present the bill and move:

That this bill may proceed without formalities and be now read a first time.

Question agreed to.

Bill read a first time.