Back to Bills (proposed laws)

Referendums Framework Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 22 Apr 2025

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

This 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.
person
MP in charge
Hon Paul Goldsmith
groups
Committee
Justice
confirmation_number Bill No.126-1
account_balance54Parliament

Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
groups Justice
05 Mar 2025 - Current
today

Report due on 05 Sep 2025

today

Submission due on 16 Apr 2025

info_outline
Select Committee

The select committee gathers information and prepares a report on the bill for the House, including recommending changes to the bill.

Resources

  • Member(s) in charge: Hon Paul Goldsmith
    Type of Bill: Government
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 126-1
    Introduction: 26 Feb 2025
    First reading agreed: 06 Mar 2025
    Referred to: Justice
    Submissions due: 16 Apr 2025