Inquiry into the standing orders relating to petitions

Terms of Reference

On 4 November 2025, pursuant to Standing Order 220(a), the Committee resolved toinquire, report and provide recommendations on the work of the Standing Committee on Petitions in the 48th Parliament, with particular reference to: - the suitability of the current provisions of the standing orders governing the form, submission, and consideration of petitions and e-petitions; - the impact of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automated systems, on the integrity and authenticity of the petitions process; - potential amendments to the standing orders or administrative practices to ensure the petitions process remains accessible, credible, and sustainable; and - any other related matters the Committee considers relevant. Committee SecretaryStanding Committee on PetitionsPO Box 6021Parliament HouseCanberra ACT 2600Phone:+61 2 6277 2152petitions.committee.reps@aph.gov.au