Problem being addressed
A 2007 kava import ban in Australia has had a negative impact on bi-lateral relations with Pacific Island countries and the Pacific Island diaspora in Australia.
RIS decision
Standard RIS required
Proposal
The RIS examines the costs and benefits of undertaking a two-year trial to permit commercial importation of kava into Australia.
Assessed RIS outcome
Adequate
Announcement date
25 November 2021
Link to announcement and further documents
https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2021L01615
OIA assessment of the Impact Analysis
Insufficient
Adequate
Good practice
Exemplary