Before any bill becomes law, there are three main votes it must pass: these are the first, second and third readings. For most bills, there is a chance for members of the public to make submissions at the select committee stage, which happens between the first and second readings.
After a bill passes its third reading vote, it is granted Royal Assent by the Governor-General and becomes law, subject to any commencement provisions contained within the bill.
WhereTheyStand contains all bills from the 51st Parliament and later (2014—present). These are imported from Parliament's own website on a regular basis and are automatically linked with voting records and MPs' profiles to make it easier for you to find what you are looking for.
This bill amends the Public Works Act 1981 to enable the delivery of critical infrastructure projects by using an accelerated process.
Last activity 2 months agoThis bill seeks to provide a single set of legislative provisions to govern the conduct of referendums held alongside either the first or second general election following its enactment.
Last activity 2 months agoThis bill amends the Summary Offences Act 1981 to create a new offence for engaging in a targeted and disruptive demonstration near residential premises.
Last activity 2 months agoThis bill seeks to provide an option to extend, in specified circumstances, the maximum term of a Parliament to four years.
Last activity 2 months agoThis bill amends the Crimes Act 1961 to increase the maximum prison term and fine for slavery offences.
Last activity 3 months agoThis bill seeks to wind up the Carter Trust, established under the will of the late Charles Rooking Carter, and enable Public Trust to make distributions as executor of the will.
Last activity 3 months agoThe objective of this bill is to support the achievement of the annual carbon dioxide targets in the Clean Vehicle Standard and to reduce the costs that the Standard could impose on vehicle suppliers and consumers.
Last activity 3 months agoThis bill is an omnibus bill that amends land transport, maritime, and aviation legislation.
Last activity 3 months agoThis bill is included in a package of bills amending regulatory systems administered by the Ministry of Justice. It seeks to improve the operations and efficiency of tribunals and quasi-judicial bodies.
Last activity 3 months agoThis bill amends the Resource Management Act 1991 to progress Government priorities, including making it easier to consent new infrastructure, encouraging investment in renewable energy, and making medium-density residential standards optional for councils.
Last activity 3 months ago