This petition respectfully urges the Australian Parliament to consider the precedent set by the United States Congress in passing the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Disclosure Act of 2024. With growing global awareness and public interest in UAP phenomena, Australia, as a nation with a longstanding history of reported sightings, has a unique responsibility to foster transparency and accountability in its handling of UAP-related information.

We request that Parliament introduce legislation that mirrors the U.S. Disclosure Act, ensuring that relevant government-held records on UAPs are reviewed and declassified for public release in a systematic and controlled manner.

Main Points:

Global Context: The global movement towards UAP disclosure has gained substantial momentum. In July 2024, the United States Congress passed the UAP Disclosure Act, with a clear mandate to declassify UAP records and make them available to the public, barring limited national security concerns. This is an exemplary move towards transparency that strengthens public trust. It is imperative that Australia aligns with this global trend to ensure it is not left behind in terms of governmental openness.

Public Interest: Australian citizens have consistently reported UAP sightings, and interest in these phenomena has only grown in recent years. The Australian public deserves to know the extent of their government's knowledge regarding UAPs, much like their counterparts in the United States. Public disclosure would foster trust between the government and its citizens, countering the rampant speculation and conspiracy theories that thrive in the absence of transparency.

National Security: UAPs may present both risks and opportunities to national security. The timely declassification of UAP records could allow for more informed public discussions on any potential risks, while also promoting scientific and technological advancements. By facilitating public and expert engagement, the government can ensure a robust understanding of UAPs that strengthens Australia’s national security.

Scientific and Technological Advancement: UAP phenomena may provide invaluable insights into aviation, energy sources, and physics. By declassifying these records, Australia could contribute to global scientific progress. The cross-pollination of ideas and information between governments, scientists, and researchers could yield groundbreaking discoveries.

We respectfully urge the Parliament of Australia to:

1. Declassify UAP-related documents: Initiate the process of declassification of all UAP-related documents and information held by Australian defence and governmental agencies, modelled after the U.S. UAP Disclosure Act.

2. Establish a UAP Oversight Body: Form a parliamentary committee or independent oversight body to manage the declassification and disclosure process, ensuring transparency while safeguarding national security.

3. Create a UAP Public Record: Establish a publicly accessible UAP collection at the National Archives, ensuring long-term preservation and public access to this information.

This petition represents a call for transparency, accountability, and the advancement of public understanding on a matter of national and international significance. We trust that Parliament will consider the merits of aligning Australia with global standards on UAP disclosure, following the example set by the United States, and demonstrating Australia’s commitment to governmental transparency.