[no bill text published] Ban on Sex-Based Harassment in Workplaces and Public Acts of Hatred
Strengthening Protections for Queensland Workers Amendment Bill 2026
Opposition BillTopics
anti-discrimination civil rights discrimination employment gender identity hate speech human rights sexual harassment sexual orientation work environment workplace harassment workplace health and safety +7 more
Introduced by: Shannon Fentiman MP (ALP)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
Businesses and workers must not harass others on the basis of sex.
People cannot create a work environment that is hostile, offensive, or intimidating on the basis of sex or other attributes.
People are banned from performing public acts that are hateful, ridiculing, or incite hatred based on race, religion, sex, age, or other protected traits.
The commissioner can order a person to provide information or attend an interview for an investigation.
People who receive a compliance notice can apply to the tribunal for a review.