Fast-track Approvals Amendment Bill

Government bill

2 November 2025

This bill amends the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 to improve competition in the grocery sector and ensure the Act is operationally and procedurally efficient.

Procedural notes

Urgency used

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  • Introduced on 2 November 2025
  • 1st reading on 6 November 2025
  • 2nd reading on 9 December 2025
  • 3rd reading on 10 December 2025
  • Royal assent on 15 December 2025

Member responsible

Chris Bishop

Chris Bishop

National Party MP for Hutt South

Votes

1st reading

Passed

Reading date: 6 November 2025

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2nd reading

Passed

Reading date: 9 December 2025

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3rd reading

Passed

Reading date: 10 December 2025

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Bill details last synced on 16 December 2025 at 12:30 pm.