Tasmanian Greens MPs

Final Motion

A Motion being made and the Question being proposed – That the House:

(1)          Commends the Morrison Federal Liberal Government on its 2020-21 Federal Budget, delivered on 6 October 2020 by the Federal Treasurer the Hon. Josh Frydenberg MP, which will rebuild the economy, create jobs, and secure Australia’s future.

(2)          Acknowledges that, in the face of the massive impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020-21 Federal Budget will provide real benefits to support Tasmanian workers, families, businesses and communities.

(3)          Notes that the 2020-21 Federal Budget includes:—

(a)          significant personal tax relief measures;

(b)          tax incentives and concessions for businesses;

(c)          substantial support for new apprentices and trainees;

(d)          more transport, water and energy infrastructure project funding; and

(e)          support payments for aged and disability pensioners and other vulnerable Tasmanians.

(4)          Recognises that the partnership between the Federal and State Liberal Governments, including the 2020-21 Federal Budget, continues to deliver strong benefits for Tasmania.