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Victims of Family Violence (Strengthening Legal Protections) Legislation Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 07 Aug 2025

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.

This bill aims to strengthen the courts' statutory powers to protect victims of litigation abuse in family proceedings.
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MP in charge
Hon Paul Goldsmith
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Committee
Justice
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Progress of the Bill

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Assented on 16 Feb 2025

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Act: Victims of Family Violence (Strengthening Legal Protections) Legislation Act 2025

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Royal Assent

The Governor-General formally signs the bill into law.

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