[no bill text published] Warrant and arrest powers for the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder Commission of Inquiry
Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder Commission of Inquiry Bill 2026
Private Member's Bill1st House
2nd House
Law
Introduced by: Ross Cadell (NAT)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Commission of Inquiry will examine how environmental water is used; it will check if this water achieves ecological goals
The Commission can search land, vessels, and vehicles; it can seize any relevant items found
The Commission can have a witness arrested if they ignore a summons to attend
The Commission must not order the publication of material if it risks a person's safety, reputation, or a fair trial
It is a criminal offence to bribe or seek benefits in relation to the inquiry
It is a criminal offence to hide, destroy, or mutilate documents
It is a criminal offence to stop a witness from attending the inquiry
It is a criminal offence to publish evidence or attend a hearing without authorisation