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Gene Technology Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 09 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.

The purpose of this omnibus bill is to enable the safe use of gene technology and regulated organisms in New Zealand.
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MP in charge
Hon Dr Shane Reti
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Committee
Health
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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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17 Dec 2024 - Current
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Report due on 30 Jul 2025

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Submission due on 16 Feb 2025

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Select Committee

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

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