Oranga Tamariki (Repeal of Section 7AA) Amendment Bill

Government bill

12 May 2024

This bill repeals section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989, with the intention of enabling Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children to renew its focus on the safety and wellbeing of children in care arrangements.

Voting method

Party voting: Parties decided whether or not to support this bill and cast votes on behalf of all their MPs.

  • Introduced on 12 May 2024
  • 1st reading on 21 May 2024
  • 2nd reading on 12 February 2025
  • 3rd reading on 3 April 2025
  • Royal assent on 6 April 2025

Member responsible

Karen Chhour

Karen Chhour

ACT New Zealand List MP

Votes

1st reading

Passed

21 May 2024

party vote

68Aye
55No
0Abstain
0Absent

2nd reading

Passed

12 February 2025

party vote

68Aye
55No
0Abstain
0Absent

3rd reading

Passed

3 April 2025

party vote

68Aye
54No
0Abstain
1Absent

Only reading votes are shown here; these votes determine whether the Bill progresses through Parliament. Other votes, such as votes on whether to amend parts of the Bill, can be seen in Hansard.

Bill details last synced on 7 April 2025 at 12:30 pm.