[no bill text published] Lobbying bans for unregistered lobbyists and former government representatives

Lobbying (Improving Government Honesty and Trust) Bill 2025 (No. 2)

Independent Bill

1st House

2nd House

Law

Introduced by: Monique Ryan (IND)

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Official page: progress through parliament

Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

Unregistered lobbyists cannot engage in lobbying activities.
Former government representatives are banned from lobbying if they meet specific criteria.
The Commissioner can investigate alleged breaches of the law.
Registered lobbyists and listed persons must meet specific compliance obligations.
Government representatives must follow rules regarding their lobbying interactions.
Ministers must publish their diaries.
The Australian Government Directory must list current and former senior ministerial staffers.

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