Appropriation (Parliament) Bill 2026

Overview

This bill authorises $154,805,000 to fund the running of the Queensland Parliament for the 2026-27 financial year, and provides $77,402,500 of interim funding for 2027-28. It is a routine annual appropriation bill required by law, separate from the main state budget. The bill was introduced on 23 June 2026 and has been referred to a committee.

Who it affects

It directly funds the Legislative Assembly and the parliamentary service that supports Queensland's MPs. There is no direct change to laws affecting everyday life for the general public.

Key changes

• Authorises the Treasurer to pay $154,805,000 to run Parliament in 2026-27
• Provides $77,402,500 of interim supply so Parliament can keep operating from 1 July 2027
• Confirms there is no unforeseen expenditure in this bill
• Repeals two earlier parliamentary appropriation Acts that are no longer needed