Articles tagged with Arms Act
Budget 2026 Allocates $44.9M to Modernize NZ Firearms System and Safety
1 month ago | 370 viewsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced a $44.9 million Budget 2026 allocation to implement the new Arms Act and establish Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand, an independent firearms regulator. This funding prevents a significant increase in firearms licence fees, promotes fair cost-sharing between licensed owners and taxpayers, and aims to improve public safety by maintaining a well-functioning licensing system. Additionally, the budget supports the creation of a Firearms Licensing Review Committee and modernizes firearms ICT systems to enhance efficiency and trust in the regulation process.
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6 months ago | 714 viewsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee welcomes the Justice Select Committee’s extension of the submission period for the Arms Bill, encouraging New Zealanders to provide feedback to improve the legislation. She emphasizes the importance of input from licensed firearm owners and the public to create practical, responsible firearms laws through a thorough six-month consultation process. Early engagement has been significant, with over 8,500 submissions offering extensive feedback, and the new deadline for submissions is 16 February 2026.
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7 months ago | 658 viewsCabinet has approved the repeal and replacement of the Arms Act 1983 with a new law aimed at enhancing public safety, streamlining compliance for licensed firearm owners, and cracking down on criminals. The new law will simplify regulations, increase penalties for offenses, address emerging technologies, and establish a more transparent firearms regulator. Changes include clarifying secure storage requirements, creating a new licensing review committee, and ensuring police access to essential information while enhancing trust in the licensing system. The proposed Arms Act overhaul aligns with the coalition commitment to prioritize public safety, simplify regulations, and undergo thorough public consultation during the six-month select committee process.
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