Petition Number 17 - Opposing Fee for 457 Visa Holders
Environment and Public Affairs Committee· 2 December 2014petition_response
The WA parliamentary committee investigated a petition opposing a $4,000 tuition fee for children of 457 visa holders attending public schools. The committee examined the government's policy, including modifications and hardship provisions. The report outlines the committee's inquiries, evidence received, and efforts to clarify hardship provisions.
Impact
Families on 457 visas in Western Australia, particularly those with children in public schools and those earning over $75,000 per year. The policy also affects the WA education budget and the state's ability to attract skilled workers.
educationpublic_sector457 visatuition feeeducationpublic schoolsWestern Australiahardship provisionsskilled workersparliamentary committeepetitionoverseas workers
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