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Veterans' Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No. 1) Bill 2025
House of Representatives
Senate
Assent
Topics
compensation claims court procedures disability benefits funeral benefits funeral expenses government claims healthcare military compensation military rehabilitation veterans affairs
Introduced by: The Hon Matt Keogh 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:
Matt Keogh ALP
“I move: That the bill be now read a second time. I am pleased to introduce the Veterans’ Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No 1) Bill 2025.”
Scott Buchholz LNP
“I rise on behalf of the shadow minister for veterans’ affairs. He’s been detained in getting to the chamber, but I’m sure he is on his way as we speak. Ms Catherine King interjecting— Mr BUCHHOLZ: Absolutely! I’ll share with the room that I’m of the opinion that the shadow minister has very strong opinions on the Veterans’ Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No.”
Emma Comer ALP
“Every Australian who puts on a uniform of our nation makes a promise—a promise to serve, to protect and to sacrifice. In return, our nation makes a promise to them that their service will be honoured, their family supported and their wellbeing safeguarded for life. This promise is a responsibility this government takes with unwavering commitment.”
Darren Chester NAT
“I say at the outset that the coalition will be supporting the Veterans’ Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No. 1) Bill 2025. I would like to acknowledge the presence of the minister in the chamber today as well and make this simple point: wherever possible, the coalition will follow a principle of bipartisanship on issues impacting our veterans and their families.”
“I rise today to speak in support of the Veterans’ Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No. 1) Bill 2025, which continues the government’s response into the recommendations arising from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. The final report from that royal commission contained 122 recommendations.”
“A bouquet for the minister at the table straight up. I know he has veterans at heart, and I know that he and I share support for the two veterans facilities in Wagga Wagga, in the heart of the Riverina: RSL LifeCare, the Riverina Veteran and Family Hub at 240 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga—the main street; and the Pro Patria Centre, in the western suburb of Ashmont.”
Luke Gosling ALP
“I thank those who have acknowledged me and others in the parliament who have served in our Australian Defence Force. Across the parliament and across the chambers, we support our men and women in uniform and the sacrifices they and their families have made. We want to make sure that they get the best possible deal.”
Aaron Violi LIB
“Local veterans continue to serve our communities and give back through the local RSL, volunteering their time to help other veterans and their families, advocating for support and ensuring our community never forgets their sacrifice.”