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Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill
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The purpose of this bill is to set out the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in legislation and to require, where relevant, that those principles must be used when interpreting legislation.MP in charge
Hon David SeymourCommittee
Justice
Bill No.94-1
54Parliament
Progress of the Bill
House sitting
| Stage | Sitting Date | Outcome | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Reading | 10 Apr 2025 | Not Agreed | Normal |
Second Reading
The House debates and votes on the bill and any changes suggested by the select committee.
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Member(s) in charge: Hon David Seymour Type of Bill: Government Parliament: 54 Bill no: 94-1 Introduction: 06 Nov 2024 First reading agreed: 14 Nov 2024 Referred to: Justice Submissions due: 13 Jan 2025 Select Committee Report(s): Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill - 03 Apr 2025 Second reading not agreed: 10 Apr 2025