Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit

• Inquiry into the use and governance of artificial intelligence systems by public sector entities

Evidence received by the Committee during its Inquiry into the 2022-23 Commonwealth Financial Statements indicated an increase in the adoption of artificial intelligence systems by public sector entities to perform certain functions but that there may not yet be adequate governance frameworks in place to regulate and monitor this use. The Committee has therefore undertaken this specific inquiry into the use and governance of AI by Commonwealth entities to provide some important initial oversight of the current and potential future impacts of this emerging and fast developing technology in delivering outcomes for the Australian public.

• Inquiry into the administration of Commonwealth regulations
• Inquiry into the contract management frameworks operated by Commonwealth entities
• Inquiry into the 2022–23 Major Projects Report
On 29 February 2024, the Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit adopted an inquiry into the Defence Major Projects Report (MPR) 2022-23, including any matters contained and associated with Auditor-General Report No. 14 2023–24: 2022–23 Major Projects Report. This review will also make specific consideration of the scope and guidelines which underlie the MPR, and assess whether the MPR process continues to provide appropriate transparency and accountability to the Parliament in relation to Defence's capability acquisition expenditure and remains fit for purpose into the future.
• Inquiry into the failed visa privatisation process and the implementation of other public sector IT procurements and projects
On 29 February 2024, having considered initial responses and submissions received to the Inquiry into the Permissions Capability adopted on 30 November 2023, the Committee expanded the scope of the inquiry to consider other IT procurement processes across the public sector and amended its terms of reference accordingly.

Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia

• Energy, food and water security
• Northern Australia Workforce Development
• Cyclone Reinsurance Pool

Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs

• Inquiry into Truth and Justice Commission Bill 2024
An Inquiry into Truth and Justice Commission Bill 2024
• Inquiry into economic self-determination and opportunities for First Nations Australians
An Inquiry into economic self-determination and opportunities for First Nations Australians

Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters

• Inquiry into civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia
The Committee will inquire into and report on civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia.

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade

• Inquiry into Australia's efforts to advocate for the worldwide abolition of the death penalty
The Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade has commenced an inquiry into Australia's efforts to advocate for the worldwide abolition of the death penalty.
• Inquiry into Australia’s response to the priorities of Pacific Island countries and the Pacific region
The Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade has commenced an inquiry into Australia’s response to the priorities of Pacific Island countries and the Pacific Region.
• Inquiry into the Department of Defence Annual Report 2022–23
The Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade is conducting an inquiry into the Department of Defence Annual Report 2022–23.

Joint Standing Committee on Implementation of the National Redress Scheme

• Inquiry into the operation of the National Redress Scheme
This Committee will inquire into and report on the operation of the National Redress Scheme.

Joint Standing Committee on Migration

• Ending Indefinite and Arbitrary Immigration Detention Bill 2022

Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories

• Review of the National Capital Authority Annual Report 2023-24
• Inquiry into the importance of Antarctica to Australia's national interests
The Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories has been asked to inquire into and report on importance of Antarctica to Australia’s national interest.

Joint Standing Committee on the National Disability Insurance Scheme

• NDIS participant experience in rural, regional and remote Australia
• General Issues - Annual Report

Joint Standing Committee on Trade and Investment Growth

• Inquiry into the understanding and utilisation of benefits under Free Trade Agreements
On 15 May 2024, following a referral from Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism the Joint Standing Committee on Trade and Investment Growth resolved to inquire into and report on the understanding and utilisation of benefits available to Australian industry and communities under Free Trade Agreements.

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties

• New   Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Australia and the United Arab Emirates
• New   Agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Australia on the Promotion and Protection of Investments
• Amendments to the International Health Regulations
• Indo-Pacific Framework for Prosperity Agreement relating to a Fair Economy
• Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity Agreement Relating to a Clean Economy
• Agreement on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
• Agreement among the Government of Australia, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Government of the United States of America for Cooperation Related to Naval Nuclear Propulsion

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services

• Financial Services Regulatory Framework in Relation to Financial Abuse
• Wholesale investor and wholesale client tests
• Ethics and Professional Accountability: Structural Challenges in the Audit, Assurance and Consultancy Industry
• Inquiry into ASIC's capacity and capability to respond to reports of alleged misconduct
• Oversight of ASIC, the Takeovers Panel and the Corporations Legislation
Ongoing statutory duties of the committee, consistent with subsection 243(a) of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001.

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights

• Antisemitism at Australian universities

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security

• Review of Administration and Expenditure No.23 (2023–24) – Australian Intelligence Agencies

The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security is required under paragraph 29(1)(a) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001 to conduct an annual review of the administration, expenditure and financial statements of ASIO, ASIS, AGO, DIO, ASD and ONI.

Submissions are requested by Friday, 29 November 2024.

• Review of Administration and Expenditure No. 22 (2022–23) – Australian Intelligence Agencies
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security is required under Section 29(1)(a) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001, to conduct an annual review of the administration, expenditure and financial statements of ASIO, ASIS, AGO, DIO, ASD and ONI.
Submissions are requested by 24 November 2023.

• Review of Division 3 of Part III of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979
In accordance with paragraph 29(1)(ce) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001 the Committee has commenced an inquiry into the operation, effectiveness and implications of Division 3 of Part III of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979 which relates to the Organisation’s compulsory questioning powers.
• Review of the Intelligence Services Legislation Amendment Bill 2023
The Committee is reviewing the Intelligence Services Legislation Amendment Bill 2023. The Bill would amend the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security Act 1986 and the Intelligence Services Act 2001 to expand the jurisdiction of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security and this Committee to include oversight of additional agencies, provide for this Committee to conduct own motion inquiries into counter-terrorism and national security legislation, and provide for additional briefing arrangements.
• Review of the Migration Amendment (Clarifying International Obligations for Removal) Act 2021
As required by paragraph 29(1)(cf) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001, the Committee is reviewing the operation, effectiveness and implications of the amendments made to the Migration Act 1958 by Schedule 1 of the Migration Amendment (Clarifying International Obligations for Removal) Act 2021.
• Review of post-sentence terrorism orders: Division 105A of the Criminal Code Act 1995
The Committee is required under section 29(bbaaa) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001 to review the operation, effectiveness and implications of Division 105A of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Criminal Code) and any other provision of the Criminal Code as it relates to that Division.

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Law Enforcement

• Examination of the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission Annual Report 2023-24
• Examination of the Australian Federal Police Annual Report 2023-24
• Capability of law enforcement to respond to money laundering and financial crime
• Capability of law enforcement to respond to cybercrime

Parliamentary Joint Committee on the National Anti-Corruption Commission

• New   Examination of the Inspector of the National Anti-Corruption Commission Annual Report 2023-24
• Examination of the National Anti-Corruption Commission Annual Report 2023-24

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works

• New   Australian Institute of Sport Revitalisation project, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
To inquire into and report on the Australian Institute of Sport Revitalisation project, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
• New   Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Southern Ocean Research Aquarium
To inquire into and report on the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Southern Ocean Research Aquarium.
• Services Australia — Proposed Fit-out of New Leased Premises at 158-186 Walker Street, Townsville, Queensland
To inquire into and report on Services Australia — Proposed Fit-out of New Leased Premises at 158-186 Walker Street, Townsville, Queensland
• Services Australia — Proposed Fit-out of Existing Leased Premises at Caroline Chisholm Centre, 57 Athllon Drive, Greenway, Australian Capital Territory
To inquire into and report on Services Australia — Proposed Fit-out of Existing Leased Premises at Caroline Chisholm Centre, 57 Athllon Drive, Greenway, Australian Capital Territory
• Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Davis Station Critical Infrastructure Works
To inquire into and report on the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water — Davis Station Critical Infrastructure Works
• Department of Defence — Facilities to Support LAND 8113 Phase 1 Long Range Fires
To inquire into and report on the Department of Defence — Facilities to Support LAND 8113 Phase 1 Long Range Fires
• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Australian High Commission project, Honiara, Solomon Islands
To inquire into and report on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Australian High Commission project, Honiara, Solomon Islands
• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Proposed Fit-out of New Leased Premises at 19 National Circuit, Barton ACT
To inquire into and report on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Proposed Fit-out of New Leased Premises at 19 National Circuit, Barton ACT
• Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts — Command Centre and Canine Facility at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport
To inquire into and report on the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts — Command Centre and Canine Facility at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport
• Commonwealth Science and Industrial Research Organisation — Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness—Electrical Infrastructure Replacement, Geelong, Victoria
To inquire into and report on the Commonwealth Science and Industrial Research Organisation — Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness—Electrical Infrastructure Replacement, Geelong, Victoria
• Department of Defence — Facilities to Support Improved Embarked Logistics Support Helicopter
To inquire into and report on the Department of Defence — Facilities to Support Improved Embarked Logistics Support Helicopter
• Department of Defence — Army Aviation Omnibus Program of Works
To inquire into and report on the Department of Defence — Army Aviation Omnibus Program of Works
• Australian Institute of Marine Science — Remediation of AIMS Cape Cleveland Wharf, Queensland
To Inquire into and Report on the Australian Institute of Marine Science — Remediation of AIMS Cape Cleveland Wharf, Queensland