Arms Bill
Government bill
8 December 2025
This bill repeals and replaces the Arms Act 1983 to provide for greater protection of public safety, simplify regulatory requirements, and improve compliance.
Procedural notes
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- Introduced on 8 December 2025
- 1st reading on 10 December 2025
Votes
1st reading
PassedReading date: 10 December 2025
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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