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Crimes (Impeding Major Bridges, Tunnels, and Roads) Amendment Bill

Member's Bill
Published date: 22 May 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 Crimes Act 1961 to create a new offence for damaging or obstructing a major road, tunnel, or bridge.
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MP in charge
Catherine Wedd
confirmation_number Bill No.319-1
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Read the bill

Link to NZ Legislation website

Progress of the Bill

  • groups
    Select Committee
  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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First Reading

The House debates and votes on the bill. It is usually referred to a select committee.

Resources

  • Member(s) in charge: Catherine Wedd
    Type of Bill: Member's
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 319-1
    Introduction: 20 May 2026