Veterans' Legislation Reform

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Creating a simpler, easier to use system for the veteran community.

The Government is committed to ensuring that Defence personnel, veterans and their families are well looked after.

Highlighted by the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide in its Interim Report, and fully supported by the Government, we are simplifying and harmonising veterans’ legislation that governs compensation and rehabilitation, so veterans and their families can more easily get the support they are entitled to.

On 3 July 2024, the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, the Hon Matt Keogh MP, introduced the draft Veterans' Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Bill 2024 into Parliament. This followed consultation on the exposure draft Bill undertaken with the veteran community between 28 February and 28 April 2024. A list of changes made at the end of the consultation is available, as well as an information booklet.

A range of materials have been developed to assist you in understanding the Bill and how the changes will impact you and can be found under the Resources page.

The Bill – what it is and what it will do

What does the Bill mean for you?

How do the changes impact you?

Take a look at how the changes will impact you

Consultation

We have heard your thoughts on the proposed changes.

Previous consultation – what you told us

How has your input shaped this proposal

Veterans' Legislation Reform – Resources

This page brings together all the materials that have been prepared to assist you in understanding the Bill.
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