The bill amends the Animal Welfare Act 1999 to end the export of livestock by sea and shows the Government's commitment to upholding New Zealand's reputation for high standards of animal welfare. This year, our food and fibre sector is forecast to hit a record export revenue of over $50 billion, demonstrating its value to New Zealand as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Keeping our eyes on our future economic security, it's vital we stay ahead of the curve in a world where animal welfare is under more and more scrutiny.