Mr Stephen Bennett MP
Liberal National Party
Shadow Minister for Child Safety, Youth and Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence
Electorate: Burnett
58th·Government·Backbench
57th·Opposition·Shadow Minister for Child Safety, Youth and Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence
56th·Opposition·Shadow Minister for Child Safety, Youth and Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence
55th·Opposition·Shadow Minister for Housing and Public Works
108 speeches88 bills871 votes1 committee
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Environmental Protection (Efficiency and Streamlining) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025PassedSupports
Supported the bill as cutting red tape and modernising environmental laws by simplifying approvals for low-risk activities while maintaining strong environmental standards.
“The bill will cut red tape and modernise our environmental laws, especially by simplifying approvals for low-risk activities, while updating how environmental impacts are regulated.”— 2026-06-02View Hansard
As committee chair, supported the bill, defending the skills-based governing board, the abolition of the commissioner role, and the repeal of the Land Access Ombudsman industry levy while noting committee safeguards and review recommendations.
“This bill reinforces that safety is not negotiable; it is essential. By strengthening governance, clarifying accountability and modernising key aspects of the law, this legislation lays the foundation for a safer and more effective regulatory system.”— 2026-05-12View Hansard
No bills introduced by this member in the current register.