16058 (2025). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform

16058 (2025). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform: Has the Minister consulted with iwi or hapū in the development of the Fast-Track Approvals Act 2024; if so, on what dates did those consultations occur and with whom; if not, why not?

Hon Chris Bishop: Yes, I undertook consultation with some iwi and other groups including Pou Taiao and Te Tai Kaha, and my officials undertook consultation with iwi and hapū. Post-Settlement Governance Entities, groups yet to settle their historical Treaty of Waitangi claims, and other Māori representative groups were kept updated with the legislative process and were invited to engage. Engagement meetings were held throughout 2024 with different groups. Details of plans for engagement are available on the Ministry for the Environment's website at: https://environment.govt.nz/what-government-is-doing/cabinet-papers-and-regulatory-impact-statements/fast-track-approvals-bill/ https://environment.govt.nz/what-government-is-doing/cabinet-papers-and-regulatory-impact-statements/fast-track-approvals-bill-tranche-two/