Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
Introduces criminal penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment for intentional and repeated breaches of the primary obligation
Requires all affected parties to submit quarterly compliance reports to the relevant minister within 60 days of each quarter's end
Establishes a new independent oversight body with powers to investigate complaints and impose civil penalties of up to $500,000 per breach
Provides a 12-month transitional period during which existing operators may continue under prior arrangements while seeking a new licence