Family Proceedings (Dissolution for Family Violence) Amendment Bill
Member's bill
About this bill
This bill intends to reduce the harm that family violence causes in New Zealand by allowing a party to a marriage or civil union to apply for an order dissolving a marriage or civil union if they have been the victim of family violence inflicted by the other party in the relationship.
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Bill text: Family Proceedings (Dissolution for Family Violence) Amendment Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill passed its first reading on 30 August 2023. The Select Committee reported back on 29 February 2024 and the Bill is awaiting its second reading.
Votes
1st reading
Passed
30 August 2023
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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(26 September 2023 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)