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Establishment and Membership of the Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society

Parliament of Australia

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Date Published
16 May 2024
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16 Sept 2026, 12:01 pm

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This official parliamentary record details the formal establishment and membership of a Joint Select Committee tasked with investigating the impact of social media and digital platforms, including the role of generative AI. The committee is empowered to examine how algorithmic recommendation engines and AI-driven content affect Australian democratic processes and social cohesion. While primarily focused on social media, the inclusion of AI capabilities in its terms of reference provides a critical mechanism for Australian legislative oversight regarding emerging frontier AI risks and domestic safety governance.