The Joint Standing Committee on Migration shall inquire into and report on Australia's skilled migration program, with reference to:

1. The purpose of the skilled migration program and whether it is meeting its intended objectives, including
   1a) if any immediate adjustments are necessary in the context of the future of work and pandemic recovery, and
   1b) if more long-term structural changes are warranted;
2. Australia's international competitiveness in attracting entrepreneurs, venture capital, startups, and the best and brightest skilled migrants with cutting edge skills;
3. Skills lists and the extent to which they are meeting the needs of industries and businesses and keeping pace with Australia's job landscape;
4. The administrative requirements for Australian businesses seeking to sponsor skilled migrants, including requirements to prioritise job opportunities for Australians and job creation;
5. The costs of sponsorship to businesses seeking to sponsor skilled migrants;
6. The complexity of Australia's skilled migration program including the number of visa classes under the program and their requirements, safeguards and pathways; and
7. Any other related matters.