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
Recorded vote: As the Legislative Council member for Launceston, Rosemary Armitage voted against the Reproductive Health (Access to Terminations) Bill 2013 (which decriminalised abortion). She was one of five members who voted no when the bill passed the Legislative Council 9 votes to 5 on 21 November 2013.
Gender & LGBTQ+ policy verified
During the November 2018 Legislative Council debate on the gender/birth-certificate reform bill, Armitage stated she could not support the bill as presented. (Stated position during debate.)
Drugs & law and order verified
Stated position: Armitage opposed a 2019 motion for pill testing at Tasmanian festivals, saying 'I do not believe there is any safe way to take drugs' and 'I feel this could be seen as a way of normalising drug taking,' concluding 'I cannot support the motion.'
Record last updated 2026-08-13.