[no bill text published] Authorisation requirements and penalties for controlled activities in areas beyond national jurisdiction

High Seas Biodiversity Bill 2026

1st House

2nd House

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Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

The Commonwealth must pay reasonable compensation to people where it is liable.
People cannot carry out controlled activities in areas beyond national jurisdiction without the Minister's authorisation.
People face civil penalties for contravening specific activity provisions.
People commit a strict liability offence if they fail to notify the Minister of material changes in activity utilisation.
People commit an offence if they breach the conditions of a controlled activity authorisation.
People commit an offence if they contravene a special management plan or alternative measure for the area.
People commit an offence if they fail to give a post-collection notice.

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