Second Reading Speeches

Mining Subsidies Legislation Amendment (Raising Revenue) Bill 2014

Type
Private
Sponsor(s)
MILNE, Sen Christine
Originating house
Senate
Status
Not Proceeding
Parliament no
45

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Summary

Amends the

Fuel Tax Act 2006
and
Income Tax Assessment Act 1997
to abolish fossil fuel subsidies for the mining industry from 1 January 2015, including: the diesel fuel rebate; accelerated asset depreciation for aircraft, the oil and gas industry and vehicles; and immediate deductibility for exploration and prospecting expenses.

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