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Data and Statistics (Census) Amendment Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 01 Jul 2026

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

The single broad policy of this omnibus bill is that, from 2030, there will be an annual census.
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MP in charge
Hon Scott Simpson
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Committee
Justice
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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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05 Mar 2026 - Current
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Report due on 30 Jul 2026

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Submission due on 14 Apr 2026

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Select Committee

The select committee gathers information and prepares a report on the bill for the House, including recommending changes to the bill.

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