Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill
Government bill
18 June 2025
This bill amends the Overseas Investment Act 2005 to reduce compliance costs and make decision making timelier, while also ensuring that the Government has the tools necessary to safeguard New Zealand's national interest, including its national security and public order.
Procedural notes
Urgency used
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- Introduced on 18 June 2025
- 1st reading on 24 June 2025
- 2nd reading on 18 November 2025
- 3rd reading on 12 December 2025
- Royal assent on 19 December 2025
Votes
1st reading
PassedReading date: 24 June 2025
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2nd reading
PassedReading date: 18 November 2025
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3rd reading
PassedReading date: 12 December 2025
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