Petition request

That the House of Representatives review the parliamentary petition process to enable petitioners to connect with other petitioners on similar issues and implement a minimum number of signatures required to support a petition.

Petition reason

I believe these changes would make petitions more effective, providing a more meaningful and democratic experience for petitioners. I believe implementing a minimum number of signatures would help reduce superfluous petitions. In Dec 2024, more than 300 petitions are currently at various stages of the process, I feel reflecting the public's desire to actively participate in democracy. Changes would enable petitioners to collaborate on similar issues, making their efforts more effective.

Petition progress

  • Open for signatures
  • Closed for signatures
  • Select Committee
  • Reported
  • Referred to Minister
Number of signatures: 3
Date presented: 08 Apr 2025
Considered by: Standing Orders
SC Report(s): 21 Sep 2026 (Final)
Presenting member: Hipkins, Rt Hon Chris
Closing date: 06 Feb 2025