Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Abortion & reproductive policy verified
Voted against Family First MLC Sarah Game's bill to restrict access to late-term abortions in the House of Assembly on 18 June 2026; the bill was defeated in the lower house 36 votes to 9.
Freedom of speech verified
Voted to agree to the Legislative Council's amendment deleting 'or recklessly' from the new obstruction offence in the Summary Offences (Obstruction of Public Places) Amendment Bill 2023, which amended the obstruction offence in the Summary Offences Act 1953, narrowing it to intentional conduct (House of Assembly, in committee, 31 May 2023; Ayes 23, Noes 11). This division was on the Council's amendment, not on the bill's passage.
Drugs & law and order verified
As Minister for Correctional Services, Pearce's office stated in November 2025 that South Australia has the lowest recidivism rate in the nation, attributing this partly to employment programs (Work Ready, Release Ready) and funding for drug and alcohol support for former detainees.
Record last updated 2026-08-13.