On October 20, Tamworth MP Kevin Anderson revealed his survey was showing a slight majority of locals were against the bill.

At that stage only 861 people had submitted their opinion, but last weekend saw a major change in attitude with 1459 people jumping online to complete the survey.

"I'll keep it going while the debate is running as well, what we are seeing is a significant increase," he said.

"The survey runs parallel with when the bill is being debated, so people will then be able to make an informed decision.

"I will vote whichever way the electorate wants me to vote, so at this point in time my staff have processed 1483 surveys, and at this time 63 per cent of those are voting yes."

He is continuing to encourage people to take part in the vote, which he said is very personal and draws strong emotions for many people.

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In the Northern Tablelands, the survey put out by MP Adam Marshall continues to get a strong response, and it's relatively one sided.

In late September Mr Marshall stated nearly 80 per cent of voters had indicated they would support the bill.

That figure has remained consistent, with the Nationals MP revealing on Tuesday 77 per cent were currently in favour.

If it passes the Lower House, the legislation will then be reviewed by an Upper House committee, following a successful referral to the Upper House by Mark Banasiak of the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers party.

That means a final vote will not occur until the report is handed down, in February next year.

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