The Australian Greens are criticizing the federal government for placing a cap on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), calling it a broken promise to disabled citizens. The cap, which was announced after the National Cabinet meeting, limits the growth target to eight percent by July 1, 2026, with further moderation as the scheme matures. NDIS Minister Bill Shorten believes the reform will secure the future of the scheme and ensure every dollar gets to the participants who need it the most. However, Greens spokesperson for Disability Rights and Services, Senator Jordon Steele-John, warned that too many disabled individuals were not getting adequate support, and capping funding could potentially result in $50 billion dollars less for the NDIS in the next ten years. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushed back on criticism, emphasizing that the government aims to sustainably help individuals with disabilities through annual growth of eight percent. The chair of the National Disability Insurance Agency, Kurt Fernley, believed restructuring was necessary but vowed to prioritize vulnerable people at the program’s core. He acknowledged the growth in the scheme’s cost and the urgent need to address it.