Mr Peter Russo MP
Australian Labor Party
Electorate: Toohey
58th·Opposition·Backbench
57th·Government·Backbench
56th·Government·Backbench
55th·Government·Backbench
101 speeches95 bills563 votes2 committees
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Supported the bill for modernising defamation laws and balancing reputation protection with free communication in the digital age.
“It strikes a careful balance between protecting reputations and enabling free communication in the digital age.”— 2025-12-11View Hansard
Tobacco and Other Smoking Products (Dismantling Illegal Trade) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025Passed (amended)Supports
Supported the bill as the final ALP speaker before the debate was adjourned, emphasising strong enforcement and support for legitimate businesses.
“The Opposition supports strong enforcement powers.”— 2025-11-18View Hansard
Supported the reforms while emphasising the importance of ongoing industry consultation and noting stakeholders still see more red tape than reform.
“The Heavy Vehicle National Law has been in place for a decade, yet after a six-year review many stakeholders still see more red tape than reform.”— 2025-10-30View Hansard
No bills introduced by this member in the current register.