• Independent Senator for ACT
• Became a Senator on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Statements by Senators: Gambling Advertising (2 Jul 2026)

“Media reporting this morning provides a rare moment of transparency around lobbying in this place. It was reported in the media that a Labor member sat with Sportsbet and the gambling lobby at last night's Midwinter Ball. I think that is a real insight into this government and their approach when it comes to minimising harm and acting in line with the evidence based policy that we saw in the...”

Bills: Commonwealth Land (Affordable Housing) Bill 2026; Second Reading (2 Jul 2026)

“I present the explanatory memorandum and move: That this bill be now read a second time. I seek leave to have the second reading speech incorporated in Hansard. Leave granted. The speech read as follows— 'For too long, Australia's housing system has worked for some Australians rather than for all Australians. This must change to improve equity across and within generations'. These...”

Bills: Commonwealth Land (Affordable Housing) Bill 2026; First Reading (2 Jul 2026)

“I move: That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act … Question agreed to. I present the bill and move: That this bill may proceed without formalities and be now read a first time. Question agreed to. Bill read a first time.”

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• Has spoken in 185 debates in the last year — well above average amongst Senators.
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David Pocock's latest interest statementLast updated: 23 Jan 2026