Queensland's Hate Speech & Gun Laws Bill: A Closer Look

0:00In Sydney, it's March 2nd, and here's what is going on. Queensland's government made a last minute change to its hate speech and gun laws bill. They pulled back powers that would have let the Attorney General ban certain phrases and symbols outright. Now, the Attorney General can only target symbols while phrases must go through Parliament for approval. This tweet came after the state-reviewed public feedback from February consultations. Officials say they listen closely to concerns raised by the community. The Opposition Labor Party plans to support the bill overall, despite some pushback from within. Party members worried it gives the government too much control over speech and leaves Queensland with the country's weakest gun laws. The law stemmed from a recent attack at a Jewish event in Sydney. They target specific protest chance linked to hostility, expand police search powers without warrants, and increase penalties around places of, worship, and the bill is set to pass this week. Please say they'll enforce it selectively at big protests, and the government wants

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