Second Reading Speeches

High Seas Biodiversity Bill 2026

Type
Government
Portfolio
Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Originating house
Senate
Status
Before Senate
Parliament no
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Summary

Establishes a framework to implement Australia’s obligations under the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction.

We acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledge their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.

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