# Minister not under duty to consider whether to exercise powers

> act-s197AE — as in force on 2026-06-04 — C2026C00232 · Compilation No. 171 — https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text

197AE Minister not under duty to consider whether to exercise
        powers
               The Minister does not have a duty to consider whether to exercise
               the power to make, vary or revoke a residence determination,
               whether he or she is requested to do so by any person, or in any
               other circumstances.