Australia’s illicit tobacco bill cleared both houses in August
The bill amends customs, excise and tax administration laws and increases penalties.
Australia's Parliament records that the Combatting Illicit Tobacco Bill 2026 passed both houses on August 20. The bill was first introduced in the House of Representatives on March 26.
The measure amends several federal laws covering customs, excise and tax administration. Parliament's summary says it increases penalties for activities involving illicit tobacco, including importation, manufacture and sale, and expands investigative powers.
The parliamentary record tracks progress from introduction through the two chambers. Its final passage entry gives the date the legislative votes were completed.
