Make a submission to the Senate Committee

The Albanese Labor Government's entry ban and deportation bill is currently being scrutinised by a Senate Committee before it goes to a final vote - we don’t have much time and we urgently need your help.

If this bill gets through the Senate and becomes law, it could lead to refugees being banned entry to Australia or forced to return to countries where they face persecution or even death. You can find more information about how the bill might impact people here.

Please urgently make a submission before the deadline. Submissions close at 11:59pm on Friday 12 April.

Use the form on this page to write a submission in your own words. See our tips below, or access our full submission guide here.

Tips

• Start by introducing yourself.
• Be clear that you oppose the Migration Amendment (Removals and Other Measures) Bill 2024 in its entirety.
• Talk about why this issue matters to you.
• Address some of the key things in the bill that you oppose - you don’t have to focus on them all.
• Include your own personal experience and perspective where relevant.

Suggested points to raise

The bill creates a high risk that people, including refugees and people who are stateless, will be deported to countries where they face serious harm, including death.

Australian citizen family members, including children, could be permanently separated from their parents and loved ones.

The bill breaches Australia’s obligations under the Refugee Convention and international law.

The entry ban will further marginalise certain ethnic communities in Australia and jeopardies social cohesion.

The entry ban will discourage migrants from coming to Australia to work, live and study, which will have a significant impact on the Australian economy.

The bill is likely to jeopardise Australia’s diplomatic relations.