Butler warns Coalition against using NDIS cuts as ‘pawn in bigger game’ and says bill delays could cost billions
Summary
Health Minister Mark Butler wants to pass changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) this month. He warned the opposition not to delay the bill, saying delays could cost billions and hurt people who need better disability services.Key Facts
- Mark Butler plans to pass NDIS changes as early as this month.
- The opposition and the Greens are considering delaying the bill to extend inquiries.
- Disability groups and governments from states and territories criticized the proposed NDIS changes.
- The changes would reduce payments to participants by at least $37.8 billion until 2030.
- Butler said delaying the bill would stop important reforms that improve service quality and reduce fraud.
- Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam said the party wants more time to properly review the changes.
- Some politicians and advocates, including Phil Thompson, expressed concern about the cuts to the NDIS.
- The inquiry report on the NDIS changes is expected soon, while hearings on tax changes will start Monday.
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