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NZ Parliament Votes on English as Official Language
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New Zealands Parliament is set to vote on the English Language Act, which would officially recognize English as an official language alongside Te Reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. The bill, introduced by New Zealand First leader Winston Peters, aims to address a perceived gap since Māori and sign language received official status years ago. The act, which is part of a coalition deal between National, New Zealand First, and ACT, has sparked debate. Supporters view it as a common-sense move, while critics argue its unnecessary and divisive. The select committee report is due September third, with a potential final vote before the November election.
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