Tag: Legislation
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Bill Shorten takes to parliament in bid to pass same-sex marriage bill
Labor party leader, Bill Shorten has introduced new legislation to parliament with an aim to legalise same-sex marriage. This movement from the opposition has come after criticism to the coalition’s original plans to run a plebiscite over the issue. https://twitter.com/workmanalice/status/775124115787173892 The proposed plebiscite which would entice a national vote, means that there will potentially be nationally funded…
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Animal testing to be banned on Cosmetics
Over six million animals are vivisected annually. The term ‘vivisection’ is used to describe performing operations on live animals for the purpose of ‘scientific research’ or experimentation. Humans selfishly turn a blind eye to the inhumane treatment our furry friends endure so we can be more beautiful. It’s not just cosmetics that animals test but sunscreen and baby products too. The…
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Medical Cannabis Laws to be Introduced in Australia
The Federal Government is today introducing legislation that will legalise the cultivation and use of cannabis for medicinal or scientific purposes within a national framework. The formation and implementation of a national cannabis cultivation scheme will change the way that patients with terminal, chronic or painful illnesses access medicinal cannabis and manage pain. Previous to…