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Are proposed heavy vehicle regulatory changes ready for implementation, as indicated in the Government's statement that "we expect options to be ready by the end of this month [April] if needed"?

Answered Question 17987 (2026)
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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

Question

  • Are proposed heavy vehicle regulatory changes ready for implementation, as indicated in the Government's statement that "we expect options to be ready by the end of this month [April] if needed"?

Answered by

Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

Answer

The Government is considering a range of options and final decisions have not yet been made. Implementation is subject to final policy decisions.