Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Bill 2026

Ms ROWLAND (Greenway—Attorney-General) (13:25): I thank the member for her contribution and acknowledge her constructive engagement with the government. The government will not be supporting this amendment. The government is focused as a priority on measures to respond to antisemitism noting the Jewish community has been subjected to serious and significant harm, most recently with the deadly terrorist attack on Australian soil.

Existing offences in the Criminal Code, including for advocating or threatening force or violence, already protect other groups, including those distinguished by religion, sexual orientation and disability. Those provisions will be further strengthened by this bill. Question negatived.