Documents Relating To Approvals For Amendments To The National Radioactive Waste Management Act 2012

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A 2019 cabinet brief from the Department of Industry sought ministerial approval to shift strategy on Australia's National Radioactive Waste Management Facility by pursuing site-specific legislation rather than introducing a Community Fund amendment bill in Spring 2019. The department recommended deferring the original amendment bill and seeking Prime Minister authority to amend the National Radioactive Waste Management Act 2012 to replace the voluntary nomination process with direct site identification by government. This tactical change responded to litigation risks from the Barngarla Determination Aboriginal Corporation's Federal Court appeal (scheduled for February 2020), which threatened delays. The brief indicates consultation with the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, though they noted Cabinet submission might be necessary. The minister was asked to approve the revised legislative approach, refer any bill to Senate Economics Legislation Committee, and sign a letter requesting policy authority from the Prime Minister.