Overview
The Parliamentary Business Resources Amendment (Travel Expenses) Regulations 2026 is a federal legislative instrument that amends travel expense rules for members of parliament and their families. The instrument was registered on 25 June 2026 and was in force from 25 June 2026 to 15 September 2026, after which it was repealed.
What the instrument covers
The amendments address the following areas under the Parliamentary Business Resources Act 2017:
- Family reunion travel
- Economy fare requirements
- Travel by young children and carers
- Travel by a member's spouse or nominee as an official invitee
- Pro-rating of travel limits
- Transport costs
- Minor technical fixes
Administration
This instrument is administered by the Department of Finance.
Impact on small business
This instrument governs travel expense entitlements for members of parliament only. It does not create any obligations for small businesses, and has no direct bearing on small business obligations, employment conditions, or tax requirements.
Full text
The full text of the regulation is available at the Federal Register of Legislation: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00830.
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