The purpose of this bill is to better protect our border by deterring offenders from bringing in illegal biosecurity risks items such as fruit or other food by increasing the immediate fine and giving officers stronger authority to refuse entry in some cases.
Introduced 19 May 2022, awaiting first reading
Member's bill
| Bill type | Member's bill |
|---|---|
| Parliament | 53 |
| Ref | 132-1 |
| Introduced | 19 May 2022 |
| Divided | No |
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