"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3208 - Royal Powers (Repeal) Act 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 7

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 4

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3209 - ABC Neutrality Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 6

• Noes: 0

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 7

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."

Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 7PM AEDT (UTC +11) 15/11/2024. View in your timezone here

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 7PM AEDT (UTC +11) 11/11/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3207 - Commonwealth Employment Service (Rebuilding Employment Services) Act 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 5

• Noes: 0

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 8

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 7PM AEDT (UTC +11) 08/11/2024. View in your timezone here"

Members of the House,

I wish to inform the House that I have decided to appoint the Member for Canberra as Deputy Speaker of this House, under Standing Order 13(a).

Anacornda

Speaker of the House

Order!

With the return of writs for the Lingiari special election, I invite /u/subcomandante_lexi to take an Oath or Affirmation. Below is the oath OR affirmation that a member must make to take their place in the House, which they must do within the next 48 hours.

Please paste your oath or affirmation in the comments below.

OATH

I, [username], do swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the commonwealth of Australia and the Australian people, whose laws I will uphold. So help me God.

AFFIRMATION

I, [username], do solemnly and sincerely affirm and declare that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Commonwealth of Australia and the Australian people, whose laws I will uphold

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

M3201 - Motion to Demand Government Engagement with Pacific Leaders on Reducing Fossil Fuel Dependency and Exports - Final Vote

• Ayes: 5

• Noes: 0

• Abstentions: 1

• Did Not Vote: 7

The Ayes have it. The Motion passes."

Welcome to being an MP in r/AustraliaSim! Congratulations if this is your first election, or for those returning veterans! This post contains the useful information for being involved in the House of Representatives! Those looking for the current makeup of the House of Reps, this is accessible in the sidebar.

Bill Submission

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"Order!

The time for debate on this motion has expired. The question is that the Motion be agreed to.

Motion Details

That this house:

1. Recognises the urgent calls from Pacific Island nations for immediate action on climate change, particularly the need to limit global temperature rise to prevent catastrophic impacts on vulnerable island communities,
2. Acknowledges that Australia, as a regional leader, has a responsibility to respond to the concerns and well-being of its Pacific neighbors, who are disproportionately affected by rising sea levels and extreme weather events,
3. Notes Australia’s current dependence on fossil fuels and its role as one of the world’s largest exporters of coal and natural gas, which contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions,
4. Calls on the Government to engage in meaningful dialogue with Pacific leaders regarding Australia’s climate responsibilities and to honor their calls for a transition towards sustainable energy,
5. Demands a clear and actionable plan to reduce Australia’s reliance on fossil fuels, with a specific focus on transitioning the energy sector towards renewables,
6. Supports a phased reduction in fossil fuel exports, coupled with investment in green energy technology to create new opportunities for Australian workers and support regional environmental stability,
7. Urges the Government to prioritize policies and initiatives that align with both domestic interests and the urgent climate-related needs of the Pacific region, demonstrating Australia’s commitment to global environmental stewardship.

Bill/Motion History

Motion Debate

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 01/11/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The following bills have passed all necessary stages in the House of Representatives, and shall be sent to the Senate.

B3204 - Right to Repair of Computers Bill 2024

B3205 - Workplace Democracy Bill 2024

B3206 - Fair Work Act Amendment (Equal Minimum Wage for People with Disabilities) Bill 2024"

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3204 - Right to Repair of Computers Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 6

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 5

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3205 - Workplace Democracy Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 6

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 5

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3206 - Fair Work Act Amendment (Equal Minimum Wage for People with Disabilities) Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 7

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 5

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 28/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 28/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 28/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3201 - Fair Work (Sectoral Bargaining) Amendment Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 11

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 1

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3202 - Telecommunications Amendment (3G Continuation) Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 12

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 0

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3203 - Classification Amendment (Modernisation) Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 10

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 1

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 25/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 25/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 25/10/2024. View in your timezone here"

Order!

As there has only been one successful nomination for the Speaker of the House, it is my pleasure to declare the Member for Swan, /u/anacornda duly elected Speaker of the House by default.

Members may choose to express their congratulations below.

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3111 - National Insurance Amendment Bill 2024 - Restoration of Lapsed Bill Vote

• Ayes: 10

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 3

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3112 - Online Content Regulation Bill 2024 and Online Content Regulation (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2024 - Restoration of Lapsed Bill Vote

• Ayes: 1

• Noes: 10

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 3

The Noes have it. The Bill will now be laid aside.

B3113 - Elderly Advisory Group Bill 2024 - Restoration of Lapsed Bill Vote

• Ayes: 1

• Noes: 10

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 3

The Noes have it. The Bill will now be laid aside.

B3114 - Northern Territory Regional Advisor Bill 2024 - Restoration of Lapsed Bill Vote

• Ayes: 1

• Noes: 10

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 3

The Noes have it. The Bill will now be laid aside."

"Order!

Per standing order 174, A bill shall lapse if Parliament is prorogued before the bill has reached its final stage, but proceedings on the bill may be resumed in the next session, at the stage reached in the preceding session, if the house in which the bill originated agrees to the resumption of proceedings. There was four bill which originated in the House which lapsed when parliament was prorogued at the end of last term:

B3111 - National Insurance Amendment Bill 2024

B3112 - Online Content Regulation Bill 2024 and Online Content Regulation (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2024

B3113 - Elderly Advisory Group Bill 2024

B3114 - Northern Territory Regional Advisor Bill 2024

The question is that the bill be restored to the notice paper at the stage reached in the preceding session.

Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain for each of the four above separately.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEDT (UTC +11) 21/10/2024."

Order!

As it is a new term, in accordance with standing orders we require a new Speaker of the House.

Members shall nominate a Member, or propose themselves. If there is more then one nomination we shall proceed to a secret ballot to elect the Speaker. A seconder is required for each nomination.

Please keep in mind the qualities that are of great benefit to a Chair. A member of parliament suited to the role of Speaker should:

• Be an active participant in AustraliaSim
• Have a sound understanding of the procedures of the House
• Be familiar with the Standing Orders
• Be able to act with impartiality in the chair
• Be able to make reddit posts for business twice a week, on all three subreddits
• Cooperate with the clerks to maintain the record keeping of legislation

If a Member wishes to propose themselves they may do so with the following:

I, [username], do see to take the chair of this House as Speaker.

If a member wishes to propose another member they may do so with the following:

I do propose that [username of proposed] do take the Chair of this House as Speaker.

Nominations will close at 21/10/2024 7:00PM AEDT (UTC+11).

Order!

Members of the House of Representatives have been elected in accordance with the 32nd General Election.

As required by section 42 of the Constitution, members shall now swear in using either the Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance as prescribed by the Schedule of the Constitution:

OATH

I, A.B., do swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Commonwealth of Australia according to law. SO HELP ME GOD!

AFFIRMATION

I, A.B., do solemnly and sincerely affirm and declare that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Commonwealth of Australia according to law.

Note: Replace 'A.B.' with your reddit username.

"Order!

The motion now proceeds to amendment proposals as a Member has raised intentions to move an amendment.

Motion Details

That this House:

1. Calls on the Prime Minister to reinstate the Ministry for Youth
2. Calls on the Government to give the Youth Advisory Group the means to introduce legislation.
3. Condemns the Social Democratic Party for previously not instating a Minister for Youth

Bill/Motion History

Motion Debate

###Amendments Allowed

The Chamber will now be able to propose amendments to the motion and debate them concurrently.

The time to propose amendments shall end at 5PM AEST (UTC +10) 20/09/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

M3119 - Motion to disallow SL3103 - Final Vote

• Ayes: 4

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 5

The Ayes have it. The Motion passes. The instrument is disallowed.

B3111 - National Insurance Amendment Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 5

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 5

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."

"Order!

The time for debate on this motion has expired. The question is that the Motion be agreed to.

Motion Details

Move that this House reject the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (Board Member) Appointment 2024

Bill/Motion History

Motion Debate

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEST (UTC +10) 16/09/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The time for debate on this bill has expired. The question is that the bill be read a second time.

Bill Details

Bill Text

Explanatory Memorandum

Bill/Motion History

HoR 2R

###Division Required

The Chamber shall now divide. Members are to vote only Aye, No or Abstain.

Voting shall end at 5PM AEST (UTC +10) 16/09/2024. View in your timezone here"

"Order!

The results of the most recent divisions are as follows:

B3108 - Fair Work Modernisation Act 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 7

• Noes: 2

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 2

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3109 - Youth Advisory Group Amendment (Operation and Mandate) Bill 2024 - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 5

• Noes: 1

• Abstentions: 1

• Did Not Vote: 4

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed.

B3110 - Appropriation Bill (No. 1) Appropriation Bill (No. 2) & Appropriation Bill (Parliamentary Departments) - 2nd Reading Vote

• Ayes: 6

• Noes: 3

• Abstentions: 0

• Did Not Vote: 2

The Ayes have it. The Bill shall now proceed."