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Fisheries Amendment Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 02 Apr 2026

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 amends the Fisheries Act 1996 and seeks to grow the value of seafood sector exports while continuing to ensure sustainability.
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MP in charge
Hon Shane Jones
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Committee
Primary Production
confirmation_number Bill No.265-1
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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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30 Mar 2026 - Current
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Report due on 05 Aug 2026

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Submission due on 28 Apr 2026

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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.

Resources

  • Member(s) in charge: Hon Shane Jones
    Type of Bill: Government
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 265-1
    Introduction: 17 Mar 2026
    First reading agreed: 31 Mar 2026
    Referred to: Primary Production
    Submissions due: 28 Apr 2026