What happens to bills when Parliament is prorogued for an election?
When Parliament is prorogued so a federal election can be held, bills – proposed laws – and other business before the Senate and the House of Representatives expire. Bills and other business can be reintroduced in the next Parliament.
Australian Parliament House

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The front of Australian Parliament House, Canberra. This building is where the Australian Parliament meets.
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