Senate debates

Thursday, 20 August 2026

Committees

Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee; Reference

11:33 am

Photo of Sean BellSean Bell (NSW, Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party) | | Hansard source

I move:

That the following matter be referred to the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee for inquiry and report by 15 February 2027:

The operation and administration of the Fuel and Fertiliser Security Facility, with particular reference to:

(a) the extent to which the facility impacts investment in fertiliser production or importation, processing, storage, transport and distribution;

(b) the facility's contribution to national food security, regional economic development and the continuity of essential services;

(c) the accountability and effectiveness of financial assistance provided for fertiliser through the facility; and

(d) any related matters.

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

The question is that business of the Senate No. 6, standing in the name of Senator Bell, be agreed to.