David Pocock (ACT, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

At the request of Senator Lambie, I move:

At the end of the motion, add ", but the Senate:

(a) notes that:

(i) clarification is needed to ensure that no veteran will be worse off from the passage of this bill,

(ii) the bill must fully protect the rights and entitlements of veterans while ensuring there will be no reduction in any form of compensation,

(iii) improvements are needed in the navigation of government processes to ensure veterans can access the support and services they need without unnecessary obstacles,

(iv) it is essential to expedite claim processing times to reduce delays that can adversely affect veterans' financial stability and overall wellbeing,

(v) veterans are treated less favourably to those receiving support under the National Disability Insurance Scheme; and

(b) calls on the Government to ensure that:

(i) no veteran will be worse off from the passage of this bill,

(ii) all 122 recommendations from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide are implemented as a matter of priority,

(iii) the Department of Veterans' Affairs Medicinal Cannabis Framework is fit for purpose and aligns with current medical research and best practice to support the health and wellbeing of veterans, including for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorders, traumatic brain injuries, chronic pain management, sleep disorders and other health conditions, with a focus on improving quality of life and facilitating return to work; and

(iv) all support and services provided by the Department of Veterans' Affairs align with the National Disability Insurance Scheme to ensure fair and equitable outcomes".

Question agreed to.

Original question, as amended, agreed to.

Bill read a second time.