The Digital ID legislation in Australia has been sent to the Federation Chamber for debate and will then return to the House on May 16. Nationals MP Pat Conaghan expressed concerns that everyday people, including mums, dads, grandparents, business owners, and farmers are worried about the bill. The legislation aims to provide secure and convenient ways for individuals to verify their identity in online transactions with government and businesses. The bill has already passed the Senate with support from some parties, while others oppose it in its current form. The federal government allocated funding for the bill in the budget, and thousands have signed petitions expressing their concerns. Privacy issues surrounding the Digital ID Bill have been raised, with constituents sharing their worries about government intervention and potential misuse of personal information. Labor MP Graham Perrett supported the bill, stating it is safe and necessary in the face of cyber threats. He emphasized that participation in the digital ID system is voluntary and that individuals can still access government services through traditional methods if they choose not to use a digital ID.
Mums, Dads, Grandparents Raise Alarm on Digital ID, Not Just ‘Tinfoil-Hat Brigade’: MP
Liberal Senator Alex Antic has recently raised concerns that the digital identity “might not be as voluntary” as the government says. One Nation has also raised similar alarm bells.
Labor Senator Katy Gallagher, who first introduced the digital ID into the Senate, said Digital IDs are voluntary for individuals accessing government services.
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