Racing Industry (Closure of Greyhound Racing Industry) Amendment Bill
Government bill
About this bill
This bill amends the Racing Industry Act 2020 to close commercial greyhound racing in New Zealand from 1 August 2026.
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Bill text: Racing Industry (Closure of Greyhound Racing Industry) Amendment Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill passed its first reading on 11 November 2025. The Select Committee is due to report back on 12 March 2026. Following this, the Bill will be ready for its second reading. Public submissions are due on 8 January 2026.
Votes
1st reading
Passed
11 November 2025
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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(23 November 2025 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)