Introduced on April 8 and given first reading on April 11 with all parties in favour. The bill establishes the Infrastructure Commission/Te Waihanga as an autonomous Crown entity, with the purpose of co-ordinating, developing, and promoting infrastructure planning and construction. Referred to the Finance and Expenditure Committee with a report due back by Aug 26. Reported back on Aug 23 with only minor changes including giving the Commission more powers to require information from local authorities. Second reading Sept 10, committee stage Sept 18, third reading Sept 24 all parties in support. New Zealand Infrastructure Commission/Te Waihanga Bill