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Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 — AU
Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 is an AI governance legislation from AU, currently introduced. The Australian Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 introduces algorithmic content opt-out and new risk obligations for online services [1], [2]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill, sourced directly from the issuing authority.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia
- Chamber
- senate
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — bill introduced in Senate on 01 Apr 2026, not yet enacted.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Provide users with an option to opt out of receiving recommended content generated by algorithms at any time. | — | — |
| provider | Impose certain reporting obligations. | — | — |
| provider | Impose certain risk assessment obligations. | — | — |
| provider | Impose certain risk mitigation obligations. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- cto Evaluate current algorithmic content recommendation systems for opt-out functionality.
- product_manager Design user interface and experience for algorithmic content opt-out.
- compliance_officer Develop internal processes for ongoing risk assessment and mitigation related to online services.
- general_counsel Review bill text for full scope of reporting obligations.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- content_moderation, marketing_personalization
Vendors providing algorithmic content recommendation or online services need to demonstrate capabilities for user opt-out, comprehensive risk assessment, and robust reporting mechanisms.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your platform offer users an explicit and easily accessible opt-out for algorithmically recommended content?
- How do you conduct risk assessments for your online services?
- What reporting mechanisms are in place regarding your platform's content delivery and safety features?
- Describe your risk mitigation strategies for algorithmic content.
Intelligence briefs (1)
Australia Bill Proposes AI Opt-Out, Risk Assessment for Social Media
The Australian Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 introduces algorithmic content opt-out and new risk obligations for online services [1], [2].
This development bears on deployer obligations related to algorithmic transparency, user control, and AI risk management for online platforms.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — bill introduced in Senate on 01 Apr 2026, not yet enacted.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026?
- The Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026, introduced in the Australian Senate, proposes amendments to the Online Safety Act 2021. It mandates social media services offer users an opt-out for algorithmic content recommendations [1] and imposes new reporting, risk assessment, and mitigation duties on online service providers [2]. This bill is currently before the Senate, having been introduced and read a first time on April 1, 2026. Primary source →
- Why does Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 matter?
- This development bears on deployer obligations related to algorithmic transparency, user control, and AI risk management for online platforms. Primary source →
- Who does Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 affect?
- Online service providers and social media services operating in Australia are primarily within scope. Specifically, organizations deploying algorithmic content recommendation systems may need to re-evaluate user control mechanisms. Additionally, providers of online services broadly could face new requirements for risk assessment and reporting related to their operational practices. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026?
- No fixed deadline — bill introduced in Senate on 01 Apr 2026, not yet enacted. Primary source →
- What is the current status of Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026?
- As of the last published update, Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for Online Safety Amendment (Fix Our Feeds) Bill 2026?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Bills_Legislation/Bills_Search_Results/Result?bId=s1491. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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