The Federal Government has successfully gained the backing of the states and territories for its reform of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), breaking a lengthy deadlock.

On Wednesday 21 August 2024, NDIS Minister Bill Shorten announced the government had reached an agreement on several amendments to secure the states' support. These include a new dispute resolution process that escalates issues to premiers and chief ministers, as well as expedited timelines for implementing changes to NDIS rules.

Read more via the following articles: 

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-08-22/ndis-bill-state-territory-agreement-analysis/104252426

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-08-21/states-territories-back-ndis-reform/104251108

https://theconversation.com/the-ndis-reform-bill-has-been-passed-will-it-get-things-back-on-track-for-people-with-disability-237024

https://www.racgp.org.au/gp-news/media-releases/2024-media-releases/august-2024/racgp-welcomes-bill-passing-to-get-the-ndis-back-o

https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Bills_Legislation/Bills_Search_Results/Result?bId=r7181