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New Zealand Amends Wildlife Act to Clarify Incidental Harm Authorizations

6 Jun 2025 4:28 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

New Zealand Parliament passes Wildlife (Authorisations) Amendment Bill, clarifying authority to permit incidental harm to wildlife from lawful activities. The bill addresses legal uncertainty following a High Court decision and has drawn both criticism and support.

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