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Human Rights (Disability Assist Dogs Non-Discrimination) Amendment Bill

Member’s bill in the name of Ricardo Menéndez March introduced on April 8. The bill clarifies that discriminating against a person for having or using a disability assist dog is discriminating against the person on the basis of their disability. First reading on Sept 22 supported by all parties and sent to the Social Services and Community Committee. Reported back on March 16 with a number of amendments but the main thrust of the bill intact. Second reading on April 6 with all parties in agreement. Third reading completed on May 4 with all parties in favour.

Human Rights (Disability Assist Dogs Non-Discrimination) Amendment Bill