Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill
Government bill
About this bill
The purpose of this bill is to introduce a presumption against financial redress for serious violent or sexual offenders and provide legal protections for core State agencies when making apologies for abuse in State care.
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Bill text: Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill passed its first reading on 21 October 2025. The Select Committee is due to report back on 22 March 2026. Following this, the Bill will be ready for its second reading. Public submissions are due on 25 November 2025.
Votes
1st reading
Passed
21 October 2025
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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(24 October 2025 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)