The Health Committee received 147 written submissions and heard 19 oral submissions. The vast majority were overwhelmingly in support of the bill and its intent. Most submitters believe this bill will protect whānau, tamariki, and rangatahi from the dangers of second-hand smoke. During the process of consideration by the committee, submitters raised suggestions about how the bill could be improved. However, the committee was unable to recommend any amendments because of the relatively narrow focus of the bill, which, as I have said, is primarily about protecting our children from second-hand smoke in cars. 