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Arms Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 29 Jun 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 repeals and replaces the Arms Act 1983 to provide for greater protection of public safety, simplify regulatory requirements, and improve compliance.
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MP in charge
Hon Nicole McKee
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Committee
Justice
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Read the bill

Link to NZ Legislation website

Progress of the Bill

  • Committee of Whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
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Second Reading

The House debates and votes on the bill and any changes suggested by the select committee.

Resources

  • Member(s) in charge: Hon Nicole McKee
    Type of Bill: Government
    Parliament: 54
    Bill no: 233-2
    Introduction: 07 Dec 2025
    First reading agreed: 09 Dec 2025
    Referred to: Justice
    Submissions due: 15 Feb 2026
    Select Committee Report(s): Arms Bill - 28 Jun 2026

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