A political donations cap is set to be doubled for new candidates and parties as a state unveils revamped laws.
The High Court quashed Victoria's Electoral Act in mid-April after it found donation exemptions created for nominated entities illegally contravened the Australian constitution's implied freedom of political communication.
Under replacement legislation introduced to parliament, political donations would be capped at $7500 over four years - up from $5000.
The limit would be $15,000 for new candidates and parties.
Premier Jacinta Allan said the "new entrant" provision addressed the High Court's ruling and would establish a "more level playing field".
There will no longer be a carve-out for nominated entities of Labor, Liberal and Nationals parties in the updated legislation.
Each will be required to return money transferred to their nominated entities between July 1, 2023 and April 14, 2026 above the general cap of $5030 that remained in their state campaign accounts on April 15, 2026.
