Andrew Gee
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Statement
Evidence
Score
Introduce a tax on the excess profits of large corporations (e.g. on banks, gas companies)
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Introduce short-term price caps (e.g. on rent and gas prices)
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Support a significant reduction of individuals employed by the public service
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Prevent big companies from controlling the market and limiting consumer choice (e.g. supermarkets)
Type: Website
Summary: “Independent Federal Member for Kennedy, Bob Katter, and I joined forces with a shared mission to even the odds and champion fair competition. Together, we're taking a firm stance against supermarket giant’s predatory practices and advocating for the fair treatment of our suppliers and farmers.”
Phase out tax concessions for property investors (e.g. negative gearing or capital gains tax discount)
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Incentivise state/territory government to increase renter rights and protections
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase investment in public and community housing
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Allow first home-buyers to access their super to help purchase their first home
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Incentivise state/territory governments to increase housing supply
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Help first-home buyers with shared equity programs that would allow participants to co-purchase a home with the government
Type: Voting Record
Summary: Gee voted yes for 2023 Help to Buy Scheme.
Source: https://theyvoteforyou.org.au/people/representatives/calare/andrew_gee/policies/117
Introduce energy bill rebates
Type: Website Commentary
Summary: Gee praised the inclusion of the energy rebate in latest budget
Source: https://www.andrewgeemp.com.au/news/many-budget-misses-for-the-regions
Increase financial support for energy efficiency upgrades
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase funding for community batteries that increase access to solar
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Strengthen regulations to prevent price-gouging by energy companies
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Make university free
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Cut a portion of existing student debt
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Support more fee-free TAFE places
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase funding for public schools
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase funding for and access to childcare subsidies
Type: Website
Summary: Andrew Gee has criticised previous budgets for not including more provisions in childcare.
Source: https://www.andrewgeemp.com.au/news/many-budget-misses-for-the-regions
Stop fossil fuel project approvals and expansions
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Accelerate the rollout of renewable energy projects
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Strengthen policies that ensure Australia’s biggest polluters genuinely cut their emissions
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase investment in preventative health programs
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Make GP visits free or more affordable by increasing bulk billing incentives
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase funding to train, attract, and retain more healthcare professionals, especially in regional areas
Type: Website
Summary: Andrew Gee's website states, “Regional Australia is experiencing a drastic shortage of doctors, and this shortage has not been adequately addressed in the Budget. Increasing bulk billing numbers will not solve this.While the $47.5 million over four years to expand national and state‐based virtual health services is positive, it’s simply not a substitute for having more doctors in the regions. The rural doctor shortage becomes more acute by the day.”
Source: https://www.andrewgeemp.com.au/doctors-for-the-bush-bill
Increase funding for dental and mental health
Type: Website
Summary: Andrew Gee obtained $4 million in extra funding for local Headspace mental health services.
Source: https://www.andrewgeemp.com.au/runs-on-the-board
Expand subsidies to make more prescription medicines cheaper
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase investment in large-scale renewable energy and storage
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Require multinational gas companies to prioritise domestic supply, without supporting the approval of new gas projects
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Invest in nuclear power as a future energy source, while extending the life of coal power and increasing gas use in the interim
Type: Website
Summary: Gee outlines concerns regarding his electorate potentially being used as a nuclear reactor site, but hasn’t completely ruled out nuclear energy.
Source: https://www.andrewgeemp.com.au/news/littleprouds-false-statements-called-out
Improve access to government-held information about government policies and decisions
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Protect the ABC and SBS’s independence and funding
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Require all lobbyists that meet with politicians to be publicly disclosed
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Make public transport more frequent and reliable
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Improve bike paths and footpaths to encourage active transport
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
Increase access and affordability of electric and low-emissions vehicles
We could not find evidence to suggest Gee supports this policy.
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