Legislation that will enshrine 23 entitlements in law and create the Queensland Human Rights Commission passed state parliament on Wednesday.

It covers rights to privacy, protection from degrading treatment and a fair hearing, among others.

"The primary aim of the legislation is to ensure that respect for human rights is embedded in the culture of the public sector," Attorney General Yvette D'Ath said.

"A dispute resolution function for the Commission will provide an accessible, independent and appropriate avenue for members of the community to raise human rights concerns with public entities, with a view to reaching a practical resolution."

Liberal National Party members told parliament the move wasn't necessary, that it wouldn't change the lives of individuals in a tangible way and that existing protections were enough.

But the Labor government insisted the legislation was needed to make the community fairer, while independent Noosa MP Sandy Bolton pointed to to its limited capacity to be a practical shield from discrimination or segregation.

The law's passing was applauded by the Human Rights Law Centre, which said it will give individuals power to hold government accountable if it breaches their rights.

Australian Associated Press