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Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill
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 address environmental decline in the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana due to human activities.MP in charge
Hon Tama PotakaCommittee
Environment
Bill No.282-2
53Parliament
Progress of the Bill
House sitting
| Stage | Sitting Date | Outcome | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Committee of whole House | 13 Aug 2025 | Interrupted | Extended |
Committee of whole House
The House considers the bill in detail, questions the MP in charge, and may make changes.
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Member(s) in charge: Hon Tama Potaka Type of Bill: Government Parliament: 53 Bill no: 282-2 Introduction: 21 Aug 2023 First reading agreed: 29 Aug 2023 Referred to: Environment Submissions due: 30 Aug 2023 Select Committee Report(s): Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill - 19 Jun 2024 Second reading agreed: 18 Dec 2024 Committee of the whole House interrupted: 13 Aug 2025