FIRST READING Definition & Meaning

first reading

noun

Parliamentary Procedure.

the reading of a bill when it is first introduced in a legislative body.

first reading

noun

the introduction of a bill in a legislative assembly

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of first reading¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

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The proposed legislation sparked widespread outrage across the country and saw more than 40,000 people taking part in a protest outside parliament during its first reading in November last year.

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Since its first reading in October 2023, the bill has been considered at length by the House of Keys, the publicly elected house, and the Legislative Council, which is the parliament's revising chamber.

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The first reading of the proposal will be held this month by the City Section Executive Committee and Board of Managers.

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A bill's first reading is a formality, where Leadbeater read out its name in the Commons and a date was set for the next stage.

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The bill passed its first reading, Radio New Zealand reports, and will head to New Zealand’s Justice Committee for further consideration.

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