[no bill text published] Lobbying bans for unregistered lobbyists and former government representatives
Lobbying (Improving Government Honesty and Trust) Bill 2025 (No. 2)
Independent Bill1st House
2nd House
Law
Introduced by: Monique Ryan (IND)
Links to official parliament websites
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.