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Public Service Amendment Bill

Government bill

28 July 2025

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Passed

This bill amends the Public Service Act 2020 with the intention to drive improvements in public service performance, create more stability, and ensure that the public service efficiently and effectively delivers value for money.

Procedural notes

Extended sittings used

Extended sittings were used to progress this bill. Learn more about extended sittings

Introduced on 28 July 2025
1st reading on 31 July 2025
2nd reading on 10 February 2026
3rd reading on 27 May 2026

Member responsible

Paul Goldsmith

National Party List MP

Votes

1st reading

Passed

Reading date: 31 July 2025

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2nd reading

Passed

Reading date: 10 February 2026

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3rd reading

Passed

Reading date: 27 May 2026

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Bill details last synced on 31 May 2026 at 10:28 am.