Submissions and discussion papers

Alternative Commonwealth Capabilities for Crisis Response Discussion PaperOn 9 August 2023, Minister for Emergency Management, Senator the Hon. Murray Watt, announced the release of the discussion paper Alternative Commonwealth Capabilities for Crisis Response. Have your say now.
Australia's Humanitarian Program 2023-24See the discussion paper on Australia’s 2023-24 Humanitarian program.
2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy Discussion PaperOn 8 December 2022, the Minister for Cyber Security, the Hon. Clare O’Neil MP, announced the development of the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy. View the Discussion Paper and have your say.
Implementing a single issuing body for aviation and maritime security identification cards (ASICs and MSICs)The Department of Home Affairs invites industry stakeholders and interested parties to comment on its Discussion Paper, which sets out its position for implementing a single issuing body for the action and maritime security identification card (ASIC and MSIC) schemes.
Request for expression of interest for selection of English language tests for Australian visasThe Department of Home Affairs is inviting Respondents to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to be considered for the selection of English language tests for Australian visas (HOMEAFFAIRS/ELT01/22REOI).
Australia's Humanitarian Program 2022-23See the discussion paper on Australia’s 2022-23 Humanitarian program.
Tablet press and encapsulator import controlThe Australian Border Force has developed a discussion paper ‘Tablet Press and Encapsulator Import Control Review 2022’ for response.
Next Steps to improve Australia’s settlement and integration of refugeesThe Department has recently released a discussion paper ‘Next steps to improve Australia’s settlement and integration of refugees’ for community response.
Data SecurityWe will soon release a discussion paper for consultation on the development of the National Data Security Action Plan. Once released, the discussion paper will be available on this webpage, with a link to make a submission.
Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Bill 2022On 10 February 2022, the Minster for Home Affairs introduced the Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Bill 2022 (the SLACIP Bill) to Parliament.
Exposure Draft Transport Security Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2022The Department is proposing a number of legislative reforms to the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 (ATSA) and the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (MTOFSA).
Reform of Australia’s electronic surveillance framework discussion paperDeveloping a new legislative framework that is clearer, more coherent and better adapted to the modern world.
Public consultation on electromagnetic weaponsThe Department invites public submissions from interested parties on the proposed amendments for the regulation of Electromagnetic Weapons.
Exposure Draft Migration Amendment (Protecting Migrant Workers) Bill 2021 The Department sought views on the proposed changes to the Migration Act 1958 that will enhance protections for temporary migrant workers.
Exposure Draft Customs Amendment (Controlled Trials) Bill 2021The Department invites public submissions from interested parties on the Exposure Draft of the Controlled Trials Bill.
Strengthening Australia’s cyber security regulations and incentivesOn 13 July 2021, the Australian Government opened consultation on options for regulatory reforms and voluntary incentives to strengthen the cyber security of Australia’s digital economy.
The Customs (Prohibited Imports) Amendment (Firearms and Weapons) Regulations 2021We are considering your views on a package of firearms and weapons reforms to the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956.
Migration Agents Instruments ReviewWe are seeking your views on reform proposals for strengthening the legislative framework governing Australia’s migration advice industry, to better protect consumers and support the integrity of the Australian migration program, while considering the regulatory impacts to the sector.
Critical Technology Supply Chain PrinciplesWe are now seeking your views on the Critical Technology Supply Chain Principles.
Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Systems of National SignificanceThe Australian Government is committed to protecting the essential services all Australians rely on by uplifting the security and resilience of critical infrastructure. We are now seeking your views on the details of Government’s agreed reforms, through the Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Systems of National Significance Consultation Paper.
Creating a world class migration advice industryThe Department have released a discussion paper as part of the review of migration agents legislative instruments. We are seeking stakeholder views on the scope for industry reform.
Business Innovation and Investment Program: Getting a better deal for AustraliaWe are undertaking a consultation process as part of a review of business and investment visas with the aim of maximising returns to Australia’s economy from these visas.
National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-24The Australian Government is seeking submissions to inform its development of the next National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-24, which will drive Australia’s strategic response to combating modern slavery in Australia.
Voluntary Code of Practice – A call for viewsWe are asking for your views on the Australian Government’s proposed Code of Practice: Securing the Internet of Things for Consumers.
Australia’s 2020 Cyber Security StrategyThe Australian Government is developing our nation’s next Cyber Security Strategy as part of its commitment to protecting Australians from cyber threat
Australia’s Humanitarian Program 2019-20See the discussion paper on Australia's 2019-20 Humanitarian Program
Introducing a temporary visa for parentsOn Friday 5 May 2017, the Government announced the introduction of the new temporary sponsored parent visa
Review of customs licensing regimesSee information about the review of customs licensing regimes
Review of national arrangements for the protection and management of identity informationThe Department of Home Affairs has commissioned a Review of National Arrangements for the Protection and Management of Identity Information.
Review of the Skilled Migration and Temporary Activity visa program discussion paper See the discussion paper on the Skilled Migration and Temporary Activity visa programs.
Strengthening the test for Australian CitizenshipThe Australian Citizenship Legislation Amendment Bill 2017 was introduced into Parliament on 15 June 2017.
Tablet press import controlThe Department of Home Affairs has developed a discussion paper on the import control o

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