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Regulatory Systems (Social Security) Amendment Bill (No 2)

Government Bill
Published date: 09 Jul 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 is intended to improve the provision of social welfare benefits and the functioning of the overall social security system.
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MP in charge
Hon Louise Upston
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Committee
Social Services and Community
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Submissions are now being accepted

41 days left

Closing date: 20 Aug 2026 NZ Time

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Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
groups Social Services and Community
29 Jun 2026 - Current
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Report due on 29 Dec 2026

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Submission due on 19 Aug 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 Louise Upston
    Type of Bill: Government
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 284-1
    Introduction: 23 Mar 2026
    First reading agreed: 30 Jun 2026
    Referred to: Social Services and Community
    Submissions due: 19 Aug 2026