Reduced Fuel Duty and Indexed Fuel Rates During Rate Reduction Periods
Treasury Laws Amendment (Fuel Excise Relief) Bill 2026
House of Representatives
Senate
Assent
Introduced by: The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP (ALP)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Debate
What different members said when this bill was debated:
Dr Jim Chalmers ALP
“I move: That this bill be now read a second time. Today the Albanese Labor government is introducing the Treasury Laws Amendment (Fuel Excise Relief) Bill 2026. This bill will deliver temporary and targeted support to Australian motorists and truckies in a responsible way. The war in the Middle East is battering the global economy.”
Madonna Jarrett ALP
“We do live in uncertain times, with the war going on overseas. While that’s happening, though, we can’t forget that this government continues to focus on looking after Australians here at home as well. Our No. 1 priority remains supporting our communities with cost-of-living relief.”
Sam Birrell NAT
“I rise to speak on the Treasury Laws Amendment (Fuel Excise Relief) Bill 2026. Before I do, I want to say that people on this side of the chamber will make no apology for bringing to the government’s attention the seriousness of the issue, particularly in the industries that keep Australia moving and pay for Australia, which are mining and agriculture.”
Jo Briskey ALP
“Right now, Australian households are under a lot of pressure. Like many around the world, we are dealing with a sudden, sharp spike in fuel prices that is driven by events far beyond our shores. When global instability pushes prices up here, at home, it is households and small businesses who feel the pinch almost immediately. The view of this government is very clear.”
“While we support the Treasury Laws Amendment (Fuel Excise Relief) Bill 2026, this looks more like a response to a Newspoll than an appropriate plan for a national crisis.”
Alicia Payne ALP
“I rise in support of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Fuel Excise Relief) Bill 2026 today. I want to begin by acknowledging the concern in our community around what is going on in the Middle East.”