Modern Slavery Bill
This bill aims to fight modern slavery by making certain businesses and government agencies report on how they deal with modern slavery risks in their operations and supply chains. These reports will be public. Businesses that don't report or provide false information could face fines. The government will also report annually on its efforts to combat modern slavery and support victims.
What this affects
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The bill creates new rules and penalties for businesses and government agencies that don't report on how they are tackling modern slavery.
It creates offences for failing to meet the reporting requirements.
Clause 16 provides that a reporting entity will be liable to a fine not exceeding $200,000 for failing to meet reporting requirements.
The Minister must… report… containing information about referrals, investigations, and prosecutions in relation to modern slavery incidents…
Progress through Parliament
Have your say
This bill is open for public submissions to the Education and Workforce Committee. Anyone can tell the committee what they think, and you don’t need to be an expert. Submissions close 27 May 2026.
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