Hansard debates

Mary-Anne THOMAS (Macedon – Leader of the House, Minister for Health, Minister for Health Infrastructure, Minister for Ambulance Services) (14:05): In accordance with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006, I table a statement of compatibility in relation to the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024:

In accordance with section 28 of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic) (Charter Act), I make this statement of compatibility with respect to the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024.

In my opinion, the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024, as introduced to the Legislative Assembly, is compatible with the human rights protected by the Charter Act. I base my opinion on the reasons outlined in this statement.

Overview of Bill

The purpose of the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024 is to provide appropriation authority for payments from the Consolidated Fund to the Parliament in respect of the 2024–2025 financial year.

Human Rights Issues

1. Human rights protected by the Charter Act that are relevant to the Bill

The Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024 does not raise any human rights issues.

2. Consideration of reasonable limitations – section 7(2)

As the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024 does not raise any human rights issues, it does not limit any human rights, and therefore it is not necessary to consider section 7(2) of the Charter Act.

Conclusion

I consider that the Appropriation (Parliament 2024–2025) Bill 2024 is compatible with the Charter Act because it does not raise any human rights issues.

TIM PALLAS MP

Treasurer