Last checked for updates: 28 August 2026

Current bills about: protest

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7 current bills found.

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NSW Ending Protest-Related Crimes for Roads, Public Facilities and Places of Worship

Crimes and Roads Legislation Amendment (Obstruction Offences Repeals) Bill 2026

places of worship protest public demonstrations public facilities road obstruction transport infrastructure

Private Member's Bill

12 Feb 2026: This bill has lapsed and is no longer under discussion.

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NSW Police Powers to Restrict Public Assemblies During Terrorist Acts

Terrorism and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025

police powers protest public assembly public demonstrations public order

3 Feb 2026: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Police Powers to Give Directions to Protesters at Places of Worship

Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Amendment (Places of Worship) Bill 2025

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22 Dec 2025: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Removal of Criminal Offences for Trespassing on Major Facilities

Crimes and Roads Legislation Amendment (Obstruction Offences Repeals) Bill 2025

bridges and tunnels places of worship police powers protest public infrastructure railway obstruction trespassing

Private Member's Bill

7 Aug 2025: This bill has lapsed and is no longer under discussion.

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NSW Criminal Offence for Blocking or Harassing People at Places of Worship

Crimes Amendment (Places of Worship) Bill 2025

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18 Mar 2025: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Ban on Face Coverings for People Participating in Public Assemblies

Summary Offences Amendment (Public Assemblies) Bill 2025

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13 Feb 2025: This bill has lapsed and is no longer under discussion.

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[no bill text published] NSW Ban on Face Coverings for People Participating in Public Assemblies

Summary Offences and Other Legislation Amendment (Public Assemblies) Bill 2025

civil liberties police powers policing costs protest public assembly public safety

12 Feb 2026: This bill was voted against and will not be discussed further (Defeated).

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