Stephen Parry (President) Share this | Hansard source

In closing the debate on the bill I thank senators for their contributions. I particularly note Senator Cameron's comments in relation to the Presiding Officers still retaining the authority and there being no erosion in the ability of the parliament to make decisions vested through the President and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. I note also the comments made by Senator Wright in relation to the militarisation of parliament and stress that this bill in no way moves in that direction. This bill simply provides a permanent voice from the Australian Federal Police to provide advice with the other board members to the Presiding Officers. I commend the bill to the Senate.

Question agreed to.

Bill read a second time.