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Rachel Stephen-Smith

Current MLAElected for Kurrajong, 2024·Labor

MLA means Member of the Legislative Assembly. Group is the ballot group at election, not a record of party membership. Figures as of 24 September 2026.

65recorded divisions
18issues with a recorded vote
24 September 2026latest recorded vote
123party promises, 2024: made by Labor, not personally

Latest recorded activity

  • 24 September 2026
    Energy—data centres
    Voted No · The proposed change to an amendment was not agreed to.
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    Question put
    That Mr Emerson’s amendment to Miss Nuttall’s proposed amendment to Mr Barr’s proposed amendment to Mr Milligan’s proposed amendment be agreed to.
    Stage
    Amendment to an amendment (4 levels deep). A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
    Result
    Ayes 6, Noes 15. Question resolved in the negative.
    Record
    Not yet checked Official record, p. 3261 · Every member’s vote
  • 24 September 2026
    Energy—data centres
    Voted No · The proposed change to an amendment was not agreed to.
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    Question put
    That Miss Nuttall’s proposed amendment to Mr Barr’s proposed amendment to Mr Milligan’s proposed amendment be agreed to.
    Stage
    Amendment to an amendment (3 levels deep). A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
    Result
    Ayes 6, Noes 15. Question resolved in the negative.
    Record
    Not yet checked Official record, p. 3261 · Every member’s vote
  • 24 September 2026
    Energy—data centres
    Voted Aye · The proposed amendment was agreed to.
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    Question put
    That Mr Milligan’s amendment, as amended, be agreed to.
    Stage
    Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
    Result
    Ayes 15, Noes 6. Question resolved in the affirmative.
    Record
    Not yet checked Official record, p. 3262 · Every member’s vote

An Aye or No on an amendment or procedural question doesn’t by itself show support for, or opposition to, the wider policy.

How they vote, issue by issue

Issues still under review show Rachel Stephen-Smith’s recorded Ayes and Noes only. A “for” or “against” pattern appears once a person has checked the votes against Hansard. How issues are checked

  • Burrangiri respite centreHealthInterpretation under review
    Proposals concerning the Burrangiri respite centre's operation.
    Voted Aye 1, No 1 on the 2 linked votes
  • Nurse practitionersHealthInterpretation under review
    Proposals on the role of nurse practitioners.
    Voted Aye 1, No 0 on the 1 linked vote
  • Public housing quotasHousingInterpretation under review
    Proposals on the share of public housing in new developments.
    Voted Aye 1, No 0 on the 1 linked vote
  • New taxes and leviesCost of livingInterpretation under review
    Proposals on new taxes and levies.
    Voted Aye 2, No 0 on the 3 linked votes (no recorded vote on 1)
  • Climate targets and pollutionClimate and environmentInterpretation under review
    Proposals on climate targets and pollution rules.
    Voted Aye 0, No 2 on the 2 linked votes
  • Rules for data centresClimate and environmentInterpretation under review
    Proposals on environmental conditions for new data centres.
    Voted Aye 2, No 2 on the 4 linked votes
  • Trees, bushland and lakesClimate and environmentInterpretation under review
    Proposals on protection and funding for trees, bushland and lakes.
    Voted Aye 0, No 3 on the 3 linked votes
  • Public transport commitmentsTransportInterpretation under review
    Proposals on bus services, fares and the timing of light rail.
    Voted Aye 0, No 4 on the 5 linked votes (no recorded vote on 1)
  • Public school fundingSchools and educationInterpretation under review
    Proposals on funding for public schools.
    Voted Aye 0, No 1 on the 1 linked vote
  • Building rules and costsPlanning and buildingInterpretation under review
    Proposals affecting building requirements and housing costs.
    Voted Aye 1, No 2 on the 3 linked votes
  • Police resources and stationsCrime and justiceInterpretation under review
    Proposals on police funding and the timing of a Molonglo Valley police station.
    Voted Aye 2, No 1 on the 3 linked votes
  • Tougher crime lawsCrime and justiceInterpretation under review
    Proposals on criminal laws and police powers.
    Voted Aye 3, No 3 on the 6 linked votes
  • Criticism of the budgetBusiness and the economyInterpretation under review
    Motions concerning the budget, the deficit and the ACT's credit rating.
    Voted Aye 2, No 0 on the 3 linked votes (no recorded vote on 1)
  • Horse racing fundingBusiness and the economyInterpretation under review
    Proposals concerning public funding for the horse racing industry.
    Voted Aye 0, No 1 on the 2 linked votes (no recorded vote on 1)
  • Passing the budgetBusiness and the economyInterpretation under review
    Votes on the government's budget bills.
    Voted Aye 3, No 0 on the 3 linked votes
  • LibrariesArts, sport and cultureInterpretation under review
    Proposals on library staffing and opening hours.
    Voted Aye 1, No 0 on the 1 linked vote
  • Censures and criticism of ministersIntegrity and how government worksInterpretation under review
    Motions concerning censure or criticism of ministers.
    Voted Aye 2, No 3 on the 5 linked votes
  • Scrutiny and opennessIntegrity and how government worksInterpretation under review
    Proposals on the time and information the Assembly has to scrutinise the government.
    Voted Aye 1, No 3 on the 4 linked votes

Promises

Rachel Stephen-Smith stood with Labor, which made 123 promises at the 2024 election. These are commitments by the party or ballot group, not necessarily personal commitments by Rachel Stephen-Smith. See Labor’s promises

Recorded votes

65 recorded divisions: Aye 33, No 32. These counts aren’t a measure of performance; most Assembly decisions are made without a recorded vote.

Every recorded division Rachel Stephen-Smith voted in, newest first
DateItem, stage and questionVotedResult
24 September 2026Energy—data centres
Amendment to an amendment (4 levels deep). A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
That Mr Emerson’s amendment to Miss Nuttall’s proposed amendment to Mr Barr’s proposed amendment to Mr Milligan’s proposed amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3261
No6–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
24 September 2026Energy—data centres
Amendment to an amendment (3 levels deep). A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
That Miss Nuttall’s proposed amendment to Mr Barr’s proposed amendment to Mr Milligan’s proposed amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3261
No6–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
24 September 2026Energy—data centres
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Milligan’s amendment, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3262
Aye15–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
24 September 2026Energy—data centres
Final vote on a motion, as amended. The deciding vote on a motion after earlier votes changed its wording.
That the original question, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3264
Aye15–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
24 September 2026Detail stage
Bill: final vote. The vote that passes or rejects the bill, after any changes to its details.
That the bill be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3171
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
22 September 2026Molonglo Valley—crime
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2962
Aye13–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
22 September 2026Detail stage
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Clay’s amendment No 2 be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2979
No4–18
Not agreed
Not yet checked
17 September 2026Road Transport (Safety and Traffic Management) (Validation) Amendment Bill 2026
Procedural. A vote about how the Assembly runs its business, not about a policy.
That Ms Lee be suspended from the chamber for three hours.
Official record, p. 2776
Aye16–5
Agreed
Not yet checked
16 September 2026Attorney-General Motion of censure
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Emerson’s amendment to Mr Parton’s motion, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2648
Aye10–11
Not agreed
Not yet checked
16 September 2026Attorney-General Motion of censure
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Carrick’s proposed amendments to Mr Parton’s motion, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2653
No12–9
Agreed
Not yet checked
16 September 2026Attorney-General Motion of censure
Final vote on a motion, as amended. The deciding vote on a motion after earlier votes changed its wording.
That the motion, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2654
No13–10
Agreed
Not yet checked
15 September 2026Housing—Thoroughbred Park precinct
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2583
Aye15–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
15 September 2026Government procurement—Secure Local Jobs Code
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Stephen-Smith’s amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2601
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
15 September 2026Government procurement—Secure Local Jobs Code
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Braddock’s amendment, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2609
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
15 September 2026Standing orders—suspension
Procedural. A vote about how the Assembly runs its business, not about a policy.
That Ms Cheyne’s motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2623
Aye14–9
Agreed
Not yet checked
11 June 2026Deputy Chief Minister Motion of censure
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2230
No12–10
Agreed
Not yet checked
10 June 2026Standing committees—membership
Question not printed. Hansard records the division but not the exact question, so its stage can't be shown.
(The question put is not printed in Hansard.)
Official record, p. 2152
Aye15–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
28 May 2026Light rail stage 2B—costs
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2023
No8–12
Not agreed
Not yet checked
28 May 2026Standing orders—suspension
Procedural. A vote about how the Assembly runs its business, not about a policy.
That so much of standing orders be suspended as would prevent the public interest disclosure documents tabled by Mr Emerson today from being authorise…That so much of standing orders be suspended as would prevent the public interest disclosure documents tabled by Mr Emerson today from being authorised for publication.
Official record, p. 2043
No5–17
Not agreed
Not yet checked
26 May 2026Light rail—expansion
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1829
No3–20
Not agreed
Not yet checked
6 May 2026National Construction Code
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1586
No8–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
5 May 2026Knife crime—police powers
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1464
No8–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
24 March 2026Fuel security—impact on cost of living
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1125
No6–16
Not agreed
Not yet checked
24 March 2026Fuel security—impact on cost of living
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Emerson’s amendment to Mr Parton’s motion, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1138
No6–16
Not agreed
Not yet checked
19 March 2026ACT Policing—resourcing
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1003
No7–14
Not agreed
Not yet checked
17 March 2026Climate change adaptation and emissions reduction
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Emerson’s amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 827
No6–17
Not agreed
Not yet checked
17 March 2026Canberra Health Services—workplace culture
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 836
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
25 February 2026Nurse Practitioners Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
Bill: agreed in principle. The vote on whether a bill should go ahead at all, before its details are considered.
That this bill be agreed to in principle.
Official record, p. 613
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
24 February 2026Early childhood education and care—safety
Amendment to an amendment. A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
That Ms Lee’s amendment to Miss Nuttall’s amendments to Mr Emerson’s motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 466
No9–16
Not agreed
Not yet checked
3 February 2026Sport and recreation—Erindale Leisure Centre
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Berry’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 89
Aye10–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
28 October 2025Legislative Assembly Sitting pattern
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3480
No8–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
28 October 2025Lakes and waterways—water quality
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Miss Nuttall’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3507
No6–19
Not agreed
Not yet checked
23 October 2025ACT government campaign advertising Appointment of independent reviewer
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3377
Aye22–0
Agreed
Not yet checked
21 October 2025Drugs of dependence—recriminalisation
Question not printed. Hansard records the division but not the exact question, so its stage can't be shown.
(The question put is not printed in Hansard.)
Official record, p. 3262
No6–13
Not agreed
Not yet checked
21 October 2025Workers compensation—gig economy
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3272
No13–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
25 September 2025Appropriation Bill 2025-2026 Detail stage
Bill: final vote. The vote that passes or rejects the bill, after any changes to its details.
That the bill, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3107
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
24 September 2025Thriving Kids foundational support program
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Orr’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 3020
Aye9–12
Not agreed
Not yet checked
18 September 2025Public Unleased Land (Fees) Determination 2025 (No 2)—DI2025-222 Disallowance motion
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2715
No6–17
Not agreed
Not yet checked
4 September 2025Budget—election commitment costings
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Steel’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2449
Aye12–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
4 September 2025Environment—wood heaters
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2476
No6–13
Not agreed
Not yet checked
3 September 2025Budget—federal government funding
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
Omit paragraphs (2) and (3).
Official record, p. 2347
Aye16–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
2 September 2025Public schools—school budgets
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Emerson’s amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2246
No12–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
2 September 2025Treasurer—financial management
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2255
Aye12–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
26 June 2025Tuggeranong—roads
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 2090
No5–16
Not agreed
Not yet checked
24 June 2025Richardson—shops
Amendment to an amendment. A vote on changing someone else's proposed change. It is a step along the way, not the final decision, and members often vote on wording or tactics here.
That amendments to amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1886
No9–11
Not agreed
Not yet checked
15 May 2025Margaret Timpson Park
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Berry’s amendments, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1737
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
14 May 2025Planning and development—Fadden telecommunications tower site options
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Steel’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1664
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
8 May 2025Urban Forest (Approval Criteria) Determination 2025 (No 1)—disallowable instrument 2025-16—amendment
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1448
No4–20
Not agreed
Not yet checked
8 May 2025Aged care—Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Stephen-Smith’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1481
Aye9–14
Not agreed
Not yet checked
7 May 2025Short-Term Rental Accommodation Levy Bill 2025
Bill: agreed in principle. The vote on whether a bill should go ahead at all, before its details are considered.
That the bill be agreed to in principle.
Official record, p. 1357
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
10 April 2025Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre
Final vote on a motion. The deciding vote on a motion, as worded at the time.
That the motion be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1121
No12–8
Not yet checked
9 April 2025Crime—anti-consorting laws
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 1067
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
9 April 2025Crimes Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
Bill: agreed in principle. The vote on whether a bill should go ahead at all, before its details are considered.
That this bill be agreed to in principle.
Official record, p. 1093
Aye14–7
Agreed
Not yet checked
8 April 2025ACT Policing—Molonglo Valley and Weston Creek
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 966
Aye14–9
Agreed
Not yet checked
8 April 2025Planning (Ainslie Volcanics) Amendment Bill 2025
Bill: agreed in principle. The vote on whether a bill should go ahead at all, before its details are considered.
That this bill be agreed to in principle.
Official record, p. 983
No6–17
Not agreed
Not yet checked
20 March 2025Appropriation Bill 2024-2025 (No 2)
Budget spending line. A vote on one part of the spending in an appropriation (budget) bill.
That the proposed expenditure be agreed to.
Official record, p. 806
Aye14–9
Agreed
Not yet checked
19 March 2025Libraries ACT—resourcing
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That the amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 736
Aye19–4
Agreed
Not yet checked
19 March 2025Justice—bail law reform
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Cheyne’s amendments, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 762
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
18 March 2025Building and construction—regulation
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Cain’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 641
No8–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
18 March 2025Building and construction—regulation
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Clay’s amendment, as amended, be agreed to.
Official record, p. 654
Aye15–8
Agreed
Not yet checked
6 March 2025Crimes (Child Sex Offenders) Amendment Bill 2025
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Morris’s amendments Nos 1 and 2 be agreed to.
Official record, p. 490
No8–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
5 February 2025Housing affordability
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Ms Clay’s amendment No 1 be agreed to.
Official record, p. 157
Aye13–10
Agreed
Not yet checked
4 February 2025Justice and Community Safety Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 (No 2)
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That amendment No 1 be agreed to.
Official record, p. 44
Aye17–6
Agreed
Not yet checked
3 December 2024Committees—standing
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Cocks’s amendment be agreed to.
Official record, p. 67
No10–15
Not agreed
Not yet checked
3 December 2024Committees—standing
Amendment. A vote on changing the wording of a motion or bill. Voting against a change can mean "not like this", not opposition to the idea.
That Mr Emerson’s amendments be agreed to.
Official record, p. 71
No6–19
Not agreed
Not yet checked

Who they voted the same way as

For each other member: of the recorded divisions where both were recorded, how many times they voted the same way. This describes voting patterns only. It doesn’t mean they agree on every policy, and procedural votes and amendments can skew it, so you can narrow it to final votes, a topic or a year.

Counting 65 of Rachel Stephen-Smith’s 65 recorded divisions. Shares are shown only with at least 5 shared votes.

Elections

First preferences are this candidate’s own votes, not their group’s total.

YearElectorateBallot groupFirst preferencesResult
2024KurrajongALP3,500 (7.2%)Elected at count 57
2020KurrajongACT Labor2,786 (5.5%)Elected at count 48
2016KurrajongACT Labor2,782 (5.7%)Elected at count 52
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