Drug Overdose (Assistance Protection) Legislation Bill
Member's bill
About this bill
The bill is intended to ensure that people who call for help when they are with someone who is experiencing a drug overdose or adverse reaction are protected from being charged for low-level drug offences under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975.
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Bill text: Drug Overdose (Assistance Protection) Legislation Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill was introduced on 10 September 2025 and is awaiting its first reading.
Votes
1st reading
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2nd reading
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3rd reading
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(13 October 2025 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)