Firearms Legislation Amendment (Repealing Unfair Gun Laws) Bill 2026

Senator McKENZIE (Victoria—Leader of the Nationals in the Senate) (11:50): I move: That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act to repeal legislation relating to firearms— Labor's unfair firearm legislation— and for related purposes. Question agreed to. The PRESIDENT: The question is that the motion as moved by Senator McKenzie be agreed to.

Those of that opinion say aye. Against? I believe the ayes have it.

Honourable senators interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Order! There were two voices. You're not in a debate with me.

Senator Shoebridge interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Order, Senator Shoebridge! Question agreed to. Senator McKENZIE: I present the bill and move: That this bill may proceed without formalities and be now read a first time.

Question agreed to. Bill read a first time.