The rule development process

There are four distinct phases: issue assessment; policy investigation; rule development; and rule finalisation.

Rule projects in progress

Progress reports on current projects and information on recent rule changes.

Proposed rules open for submission

A Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) asks for comments on the proposed rule changes during a consultation period where anyone can make a submission.

NPRMs closed for submission

After the consultation period has closed, a summary of public submissions is published with our responses. We then prepare the draft final rule for the Ministry of Transport.

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Sign up to receive email notifications about rule development projects. Click the link below for the sign-up form and select 'Rule projects in progress', and/or the rule parts you're interested in.

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