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Veterans’ Recognition Bill

Recognition of veterans

7: Crown acknowledgement and recognition of veterans

You could also call this:

"The Government says thank you to veterans for their military service."

Illustration for Veterans’ Recognition Bill

The proposed law says the Crown will acknowledge and recognise the military service of veterans. You will know that the Crown is giving respect to the people who have served in the military. This means the Crown is saying thank you to veterans for their service.

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This page was last updated on 17 August 2025

View the original legislation for this page at https://legislation.govt.nz/act/public/1986/0120/latest/link.aspx?id=LMS1467996.

Topics:

Government and voting > Government departments

6: Act binds the Crown, or

"The government must follow this law too"

8: Confirmation of veteran status, or

"Who can officially call themselves a veteran"

Part 2Recognition of veterans

7Crown acknowledgement and recognition of veterans

The Crown acknowledges and recognises the military service of veterans.