Annual Appropriation for Parliament and Independent Parliamentary Offices in 2026-27
Appropriation (Parliament 2026-2027) Bill 2026
1st House
2nd House
Law
This bill was sponsored by Anthony Carbines (ALP)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Treasurer may withdraw $313,713,000 from the Consolidated Fund for the 2026/2027 financial year.
The Treasurer can provide extra funding if legislation or determinations increase the cost of salaries and related expenses.
Spending on items listed in Schedule 1 cannot exceed the specified amounts unless the Financial Management Act 1994 allows it.
The Treasurer may increase funding for a department's item in Schedule 1 to cover depreciation of assets used for outputs.
Departments must apply funds to Schedule 1 items when they make arrangements or incur obligations for payments in future financial years.
The Appropriation (Parliament 2026-2027) Act 2026 is repealed four years after it receives Royal Assent.