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New Zealand law explained for everyone

This page is about a bill. That means that it's not the law yet, but some people want it to be the law. It could change quickly, and some of the information is just a draft.

Parliament Bill

2: Commencement

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"When the new law starts"

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This proposed law will start on the day after it gets Royal assent. You will see some parts of the law start 6 months after Royal assent. These parts include sections 136 to 139 and 141, and Part 7.

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"This bill is about updating the laws that govern how Parliament works in New Zealand."

2Commencement

  1. This Act comes into force on the day after Royal assent.

  2. However, the following sections come into force 6 months after Royal assent:

  3. sections 136 to 139 and 141:
    1. Part 7.