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Policing Amendment Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 20 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 Policing Act 2008 to reaffirm the New Zealand Police's longstanding ability to record images and sounds in public places, and to collect personal information for lawful purposes, and expands the temporary road closure powers currently in the Act.
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MP in charge
Hon Mark Mitchell
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Committee
Justice
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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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23 Mar 2026 - Current
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Report due on 26 Jul 2026

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Submission due on 21 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.

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