Yesterday, I was pleased to announce the Government's proposal to introduce an electoral amendment bill which further seeks to support participation in parliamentary elections and improve public trust and confidence in New Zealand's electoral system. This includes changes to the political donations framework to increase public disclosure about party funding, and so improve the transparency of our political donations and loan rules. The bill also extends the overseas voter eligibility in light of the COVID-19 - related travel restrictions, meaning more New Zealanders living overseas will be able to vote in the 2023 general election.