In September 2026, the New Zealand Parliament passed bills that introduce new police powers to deal with public disorder and a new “boot camp” sentencing option for youth offenders. Lawmakers approved the two bills in their final reading under an “urgency” motion before Parliament adjourned ahead of the general election scheduled for November 7, 2026. They received royal assent on September 25.Urgency motions in the New Zealand Parliament enable business to proceed until it is completed and extend Parliament’s sitting hours to allow its completion.Summary Offences (Move-on Orders) Amendment BillThe Summary Offences (Move-on Orders) Amendment Bill was introduced in May 2026 and approved on September 14, 2026. It is scheduled to take effect one month after receiving royal assent....