NDIS Reform Bill Clears Senate After Scrutiny

Published on August 22, 2024

The Senate has passed significant reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) after a week of debate, marking a notable win for the Albanese government. The bill is designed to curb NDIS spending, with projections indicating the scheme could cost taxpayers $50 billion by 2025-2026 without urgent action. Key measures in the legislation include an 8 percent cap on growth and stricter eligibility requirements for services, aiming to save $14.4 billion over four years. The reforms also involve a larger role for states and territories in supporting NDIS participants. Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister, speaking on behalf of the government, highlighted that the legislation lays the groundwork for implementing priority reforms recommended by the independent NDIS review....

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