Terms of Reference

On 4 November 2025, pursuant to Standing Order 220(a), the Committee resolved to inquire, report and provide recommendations on the work of the Standing Committee on Petitions in the 48th Parliament, with particular reference to:

  1. the suitability of the current provisions of the standing orders governing the form, submission, and consideration of petitions and e-petitions;
  2. the impact of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automated systems, on the integrity and authenticity of the petitions process;
  3. potential amendments to the standing orders or administrative practices to ensure the petitions process remains accessible, credible, and sustainable; and
  4. any other related matters the Committee considers relevant.

Committee Secretariat contact:

Committee Secretary
Standing Committee on Petitions
PO Box 6021
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600

Phone: +61 2 6277 2152
petitions.committee.reps@aph.gov.au

About this inquiry

On 4 November 2025 the Committee resolved to inquire, report and provide recommendations on the work of the Standing Committee on Petitions in the 48th Parliament as relates to the the Terms of Reference.

Track Inquiry

Inquiry Status

Accepting submissions

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The committee invites individuals and organisations to send in their opinions and proposals in writing (submissions)

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