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 Murchison, Ruth Forrest voted in favour of the Reproductive Health (Access to Terminations) Bill 2013 (which decriminalised abortion). She was one of nine members who voted yes when the bill passed the Legislative Council 9 votes to 5 on 21 November 2013.
Voluntary assisted dying verified
Stated position: Ruth Forrest, independent member for Murchison, supported the End-of-Life Choices (Voluntary Assisted Dying) Bill 2020 and, with Labor members, moved the bulk of amendments to it during its passage through the Legislative Council in 2020. The bill passed the upper house at its third reading on 10 November 2020.
Drugs & law and order verified
Recorded action / stated position: In August 2019 Forrest moved a motion in the Legislative Council calling for pill testing (drug analysis) services at Tasmanian music festivals and events; the motion was supported by only four members and defeated, with Liberal and Labor members voting against. She indicated she intended to re-table the motion pending coronial recommendations.
Gambling & gaming reform verified
Voted AGAINST the Gaming Control Amendment (Future Gaming Market) Bill 2021 in the Tasmanian Legislative Council (passed 8-5), stating the bill 'fails to deliver effective harm minimisation measures and a fair distribution' of gaming revenue to the community.
Record last updated 2026-08-13.