CANBERRA, ACT, Aug. 20 -- The Treasurer of Australia issued the following media release:

The Albanese Labor Government's legislation to strengthen the tax system has passed the House of Representatives with amendments to extend further transitional support for renewable infrastructure.

This is all about protecting taxpayers from misconduct, ensuring foreign residents pay a fair share of tax and facilitating the transition to cheaper, cleaner, more reliable energy.

The Treasury Laws Amendment (Strengthening Accountability for Tax Adviser Misconduct and other Measures) Bill 2026 introduces amendments to the Tax Agent Services Act to address issues raised by the PwC tax leaks scandal, and recommendations from an earlier review of the Tax Pr...