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Judicature (Timeliness) Legislation Amendment Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 28 May 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 is an omnibus bill intended to improve timeliness in New Zealand courts by maximising judicial resources.
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MP in charge
Hon Paul Goldsmith
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Committee
Justice
confirmation_number Bill No.159-1
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Submissions are now being accepted

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Closing date: 25 Jun 2025 NZ Time

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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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21 May 2025 - Current
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Report due on 22 Sep 2025

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Submission due on 24 Jun 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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  • Member(s) in charge: Hon Paul Goldsmith
    Type of Bill: Government
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 159-1
    Introduction: 21 May 2025
    First reading agreed: 22 May 2025
    Referred to: Justice
    Submissions due: 24 Jun 2025