The Australian Government minister responsible for gene technology can expedite the approval of dealings with a GMO in an emergency. An EDD has effect for up to 6 months unless extended by the minister.
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The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Office of the Gene Technology Regulator
Emergency dealing determinations (EDDs)
Details on the dealings expedited by the Australian Government minister responsible for gene technology in an emergency.