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New Zealand proposes Drug Overdose (Assistance Protection) Legislation Bill

source: New Zealand Government

On 2026-05-05, the New Zealand Government announced public consultation on the Drug Overdose (Assistance Protection) Legislation Bill. The bill would protect people from prosecution for specified low-level drug offences when they seek urgent medical assistance during an overdose or adverse drug reaction.

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