What this Act does
The Appropriation Act (No. 1) 2026-2027 is the main annual budget law authorising federal government departments to spend public money during the 2026-2027 financial year. The Act was registered on 30 June 2026 and is now in force.
What the Act covers
The Act covers three areas of government spending:
- Departmental spending
- Administered items
- Corporate entity appropriations
The Act also includes a provision allowing the Finance Minister to access advance funds if needed.
Administering department
The Act is administered by the Department of Finance.
Effect on private businesses
This Act authorises government departmental spending only. It does not impose any new obligations or compliance requirements on private businesses.
For businesses that deal with federal government contracts or grants, the Department of Finance website at finance.gov.au lists portfolio budget information that may be relevant to agency or program funding.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.