Parliamentary Round-Up

  • 19 Jun 2023
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  • 〜 by Jewel Tete

Tuesday, 13th June At 2:30 PM 

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

MOTIONS 

  • Consideration of the nominee for appointment as the Director General Of The National Intelligence Service.
  • Consideration of nominees for appointment as members of the Judicial Service Commission.
  • Ratification of the Amended Nairobi Convention and the Protocol for the Protection of Marine and Coastal Environment of the Western Indian Ocean From Land-Based Sources and Activities. 
  • Ratification of The Kigali Amendments on the Montreal Protocol on the Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
  • Ratification of The Bamako Convention on the Ban of The Importation Into Africa and The Control of Transboundary Movement and Management of Hazardous Waste Within Africa.
  • Report on The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (Uncac) And Global Parliamentarians Against Corruption (Gopac) Meeting.

 

THE SENATE

MOTIONS

  • State of Mental Health of Police Officers
  • Compensation to the Kenyan Victims of the 1998 Bombing of the United States Embassy in Nairobi.
  • Record of the Proceedings of the First Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament (Pap) held in Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, South Africa on 23rd October – 12th November 2022. 
  • Report of The 61st Session of The Organisation of African, Caribbean And Pacific States (OACPS) Parliamentary Assembly And The 42nd Session of The OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly Held In Maputo, Mozambique on 23rd October to 2nd November 2022. 

 

BILLS

  • The Employment (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 11 Of 2022)
  • The County Allocation of Revenue Bill (Senate Bills No. 16 of 2023)
  • The Parliamentary Powers and Privileges (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 5 Of 2022)
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 of 2022)
  • The Learners With Disabilities Bill (Senate Bills No. 4 of 2023)
  • The County Licensing (Uniform Procedure) Bill (Senate Bills No. 9 Of 2022) 
  • The Office Of The County Printer Bill (Senate Bills No. 10 of 2022) 
  • The Agricultural And Livestock Extension Services Bill (Senate Bills No. 12 of 2022)
  • The Mung Beans Bill (Senate Bills No. 13 of 2022)
  • The Start-Up Bill (Senate Bills No. 14 of 2022)
  • The Tea (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 1 of 2023)
  • The Konza Technopolis Bill (Senate Bills No. 2 of 2023)
  • The County Boundaries Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 of 2023)
  • The Parliamentary Powers And Privileges (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 5 of 2022)
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bill No. 6 of 2022) 

 

PETITIONS

  • Petition to the Senate by Mr Samwel Owino Oringa on behalf of the Siany residents of Misambi Sub-location in Nyamira County concerning the destruction of Siany Wetland.

 

PAPERS

  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Bomet Municipality for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Kiambu Water and Sewerage Company Limited for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Narok Water and Sewerage Services Company Limited for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Githunguri Water and Sanitation Company Limited for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries on the Cotton Industry Development Bill, (Senate Bills No. 5 of 2023).

 

QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

  • The Senator for Meru County (Sen. Kathuri Murungi, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations, regarding the shutdown of County Assemblies across the country.
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding measures towards the attainment of the recommended healthy forest cover levels nationally. 
  • The Senator for Kiambu County (Sen. Karungo Thangwa, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare regarding public institutions, stadia, roads and parks bearing names of former presidents and leaders. 
  • The Senator for Embu County (Sen. Alexander Mundigi, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Trade, Industrialisation and Tourism concerning safeguarding the properties of Kagaari South Coffee Farmers’ Co-operative Society in Embu County. 
  • The Senator for Nandi County (Sen. Samson Cherarkey, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Finance and Budget concerning the review of salaries, benefits and allowances for judges and magistrates.

 

Wednesday, 14th June At 9:30 AM

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

MOTIONS

  • Exemption of Business from the Provisions of Standing Order 40(3).
  • Development of a Policy and Funding for Junior Secondary Schools.
  • Establishment of a National Cancer Prevention and Control Fund. 
  • Development and Implementation of a Childcare Programme for Children Whose Parents are in Lawful Custody.
  • National Policy on Deworming of Schoolgoing Children.
  • Public Health Concerns at Lang’ata Cemetery. 
  • Development And Implementation of a Programme for the Regularization of Land Occupied by Squatters. 
  • Banning the Growing of Eucalyptus Trees in the Country. 
  • Establishment of Strategic Grain Storage Reserves and Silos in Close Proximity to Smallholder Farmers.
  • Policy on Integrating a Curriculum For Environmental Conservation in Primary and Secondary Schools.
  • Regulation of the Sugar Industry to Discourage Branding of Sugar by Nonmillers
  • Introduction of Comprehensive Health Education as a Core Subject in Schools.
  • Policy for the Provision of Mental Health Services in All Healthcare Facilities.
  • Implementation of First Aid Training as a Core Subject in Schools.
  • Establishment of a National Fund to Support Victims of Gender-Based Violence.
  • Urgent Action to Address the Recent Surge in Road Accidents in the Country.
  • Adoption of Government-to-Government (G2g) Model to Acquire and Supply Fertilizers to Farmers at Subsidised Cost.
  • Ratification of The Amended Nairobi Convention and The Protocol for the Protection of Marine and Coastal Environment of The Western Indian Ocean From Land-Based Sources and Activities.
  • Ratification of the Kigali Amendments on the Montreal Protocol on the Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. 
  • Motion – Ratification of the Bamako Convention on the Ban of the Importation Into Africa and The Control of Transboundary Movement and Management of Hazardous Waste Within Africa.
  • Report on United Nations Convention Against Corruption (Uncac) and Global Parliamentarians Against Corruption (Gopac) Annual General Meeting. 

 

BILLS

  • The Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 42 of 2022). 
  • The Cancer Prevention And Control (Amendment) Bill (No. 2) (National Assembly Bill No. 39 of 2022).
  • The Community Health Workers Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 53 of 2022). 
  • The Finance Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 14 of 2023).
  • The Public Service (Values And Principles) (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 46 of 2022). 
  • The Penal Code (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 56 of 2022). 

 

THE SENATE

MOTIONS

  • State of Mental Health of Police Officers.
  • Compensation to the Kenyan Victims of the 1998 Bombing of the United States Embassy in Nairobi. 
  • Incorporation of Intelligent Water Management Systems in Building Plans For Sustainable Living. 
  • Review of the Minimum Wage Necessitated by the High Cost of Living.
  • Integration of Ethnic Minorities and Marginalized Communities In Kenya. 

 

QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

  • The Senator for Laikipia County (Sen. John Kinyua Nderitu, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration: 
  • Could the Cabinet Secretary apprise the Senate on the state of security in Laikipia County, and the wider North Rift region, and state the criteria used in the identification of areas to conduct the ongoing security operation? 
  •  Could the Cabinet Secretary state the measures put in place to ensure the restoration and maintenance of peace in the region, and also provide information on the recruitment, deployment and remuneration of National Police Reservists (NPR) in the region? 
  • What is the status of the recovery of stolen livestock and arraignment of apprehended bandits in court since November 2022 and, could the government consider compensating persons affected by banditry? 
  • The Senator for Laikipia County (Sen. John Kinyua Nderitu, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration: 
  • What measures are in place to curb the abuse of Ketamine, an addictive drug popularly known as “Kete”, particularly in the Mt. Kenya region? 
  • What efforts has the Ministry made in the establishment of rehabilitation facilities for recovering addicts of the drug?
  • The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Said Chute, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for East African Community (EAC), the ASALs and Regional Development: –
  • Could the Cabinet Secretary provide a list of the relief food distribution programmes currently being run across the country, indicating the types of food being distributed and the quantity of package? 
  • Who are the suppliers of relief food under these programmes from 2017 to date, and could the Cabinet Secretary state the amount paid to the respective suppliers and indicate the pending bills accrued, if any? 
  • Could the Cabinet Secretary explain the tendering process used to award the tenders, and provide details of the types of food products procured and the price per unit in respect of the current programmes? 
  • The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Said Chute, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry: 
  • Could the Cabinet Secretary state the type and quantity of goods being imported by corporations and individuals prequalified by the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC)? 
  • What is the procedure used by KNTC to identify and prequalify companies which import the goods, and could the Cabinet Secretary state how many were awarded the business, those currently importing goods, and indicate the type and packaging of these commodities being imported during FY 2021/2022 and FY 2022/2023? 
  • Could the Cabinet Secretary disclose the financial state of KNTC, and also indicate how much has been paid to the respective suppliers and how much is outstanding?

 

Wednesday, 14th June At 2:30 PM

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

MOTIONS

  • Ratification of the Amended Nairobi Convention and the Protocol for the Protection of Marine and Coastal Environment of the Western Indian Ocean from Land-Based Sources and Activities.
  • Ratification of the Kigali Amendments on the Montreal Protocol on the Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
  • Ratification of the Bamako Convention on the Ban of the Importation into Africa and the Control of Transboundary Movement and Management of Hazardous Waste Within Africa.
  • Report on The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (Uncac) And Global Parliamentarians Against Corruption (Gopac) Meeting.

 

BILLS

  • The Finance Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 14 of 2023).
  • The Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 60 of 2022). 

 

PETITIONS

  • Petition by the Hon. Speaker on behalf of Mr Francis Ngunga regarding punitive charges levied by the Kenya National Highways Authority.
  • Petition by Hon. Ali Wario, MP (Garsen) on behalf of the residents of Garsen Constituency concerning the review of boundaries of the Tana Delta Irrigation Project.

 

THE SENATE

MOTIONS

  • Repossession of Movable Assets by Lending Institutions Due to Non-Performing Loans
  • Arbitrary Arrests of Kenyan Fishermen by Ugandan Authorities.
  • Accelerating the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Declaration of Cattle Rustling as a National Disaster and Establishment of a Special Fund For Victims.

 

BILLS

  • The Learners With Disabilities Bill (Senate Bills No. 4 of 2023). 
  • The County Allocation of Revenue Bill (Senate Bills No. 16 of 2023).
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 of 2022) 
  • The Preservation of Human Dignity and Enforcement Of Economic And Social Rights Bill (Senate Bills No. 7 of 2022). 
  • The Agricultural and Livestock Extension Services Bill (Senate Bill No. 12 of 2022). 
  • The Persons With Disabilities Bill (Senate Bills No. 7 of 2023). 
  • The Heritage and Museums Bill (Senate Bills No. 8 of 2023).
  • The Coffee Bill (Senate Bills No. 10 of 2023). 
  • The Prevention of Livestock and Produce Theft Bill (Senate Bills No.12 of 2023).
  • The County Allocation of Revenue Bill (Senate Bills No. 16 of 2023).
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 Of 2022)
  • The Preservation of Human Dignity And Enforcement of Economic And Social Rights Bill (Senate Bills No. 7 of 2022)

 

PETITIONS

  • Petition to the Senate by the Nyandarua Integrated Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) concerning delayed compensation and occupation of parcels of land bought for their settlement between 2010 and 2013.

 

PAPERS

  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Rumuruti Municipality – County Government of Laikipia for the year ended 30th June 2020.
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Rumuruti Municipality – County Government of Laikipia for the year ended 30th June 2021. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Kakamega Municipality for the twenty-two (22) months period for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Kakamega County Dairy Development Corporation for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the City of Kisumu for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Sibo Water and Sanitation Company Ltd for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Receiver of Revenue for the County Government of Kericho for the year ended 30th June 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Receiver of Revenue for the County Government of Vihiga for the year ended 30th June 2022. 

 

QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS

  • The Senator for Kiambu County (Sen. Karungo Thangwa, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Lands, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the government’s compulsory acquisition of private land belonging to the residents of Ndeiya in Kiambu County. 
  • The Senator for Lamu County (Sen. Joseph Kamau, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the alleged encroachment of land in Lamu County. 
  • Nominated Senator (Sen. Beatrice Ogola, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the state of rehabilitation works and water supply restoration from Ndhiwa borehole. 
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Health regarding the state of healthcare and medical services offered at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). 
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Trade, Industrialization and Tourism concerning measures to enhance tourism resources and tourist potential in Kisumu County. 
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding water and sanitation in Katito Town in Kisumu County.

 

Thursday 15th June At 2:30 PM

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

MOTIONS

  • Ratification Of The Amended Nairobi Convention And The Protocol For The Protection Of Marine And Coastal Environment Of The Western Indian Ocean From Land-Based Sources And Activities
  • Ratification Of The Kigali Amendments On The Montreal Protocol On The Substances That Deplete The Ozone Layer

 

THE SENATE

MOTIONS

  • Establishment Of A Special Committee To Investigate And Report On The Proposed Removal From Office, By Impeachment, Of Honourable William Oduol, The Deputy Governor Of Siaya County
  • Incorporation Of Intelligent Water Management Systems In Building Plans For Sustainable Living
  • Designation Of A Monthly Car Free Day And County Car Free Zones
  • Development Of A Policy And Law For Social Risk Management In Infrastructure Development Projects In Kenya 
  • Regulation Of Electronic Cigarettes In Kenya
  • Adoption Of The Report Of The Standing Committee On Health On The Death Of The Late Edward Otieno Onyango Due To Alleged Medical Negligence
  • Adoption Of The Report Of The Standing Committee On Health On The Death Of The Late Maureen Anyango At Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital Due To Alleged Medical Negligence
  • Adoption Of The Report Of The Standing Committee On Health On The Circumstances That Led To The Death Of The Late Master Travis Maina At Kenyatta National Hospital

 

BILLS

  • The Learners With Disabilities Bill (Senate Bills No. 4 Of 2023) 
  • The County Allocation Of Revenue Bill (Senate Bills No. 16 Of 2023) 
  • The Preservation Of Human Dignity And Enforcement Of Economic And Social Rights Bill (Senate Bills No. 7 Of 2022) 
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 Of 2022) 
  • The Agricultural And Livestock Extension Services Bill (Senate Bills No. 12 Of 2022)
  • The Agriculture And Food Authority (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 13 Of 2023)
  • The Equalization Fund (Administration) Bill (Senate Bills No. 14 Of 2023)
  • The County Allocation Of Revenue Bill (Senate Bills No. 16 Of 2023)
  • The Preservation Of Human Dignity And Enforcement Of Economic And Social Rights Bill (Senate Bills No. 7 Of 2022) 
  • The Natural Resources (Benefit Sharing) Bill (Senate Bills No. 6 Of 2022) 

 

PETITIONS

  • Petition to the Senate by the Nyandarua Integrated Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) concerning delayed compensation and occupation of parcels of land bought for their settlement between 2010 and 2013.

 

PAPERS

  • Report of the Office of the Controller of Budget (CoB) on the National Government Budget Implementation Review Report for the first nine months, May 2023. 
  • Report of the Office of the Controller of Budget (CoB) on the County Government Budget Implementation Review Report for the first nine months, May 2023.
  • Annual Report of the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) for financial year 2021/2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Bungoma County Assembly Members’ Car Loan and Mortgage Scheme Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the West Pokot County Car Loan & Mortgage Scheme Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the County Assembly of Embu Car Loan & Mortgage (Members) Scheme Fund for the year ended 30th June, 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of Imetha Water and Sanitation Company Ltd for the year ended 30th June, 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Kakamega County Dairy Development Corporation for the year ended 30th June, 2022. 
  • Report of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of the Kakamega Municipality for the twenty-two (22) months period for the year ended 30th June, 2022.

 

QUESTIONS AND STATEMENTS.

STATEMENTS

  • The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Chute, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing concerning the status of construction of the Bonkole Resort in Marsabit County.
  • Nominated Senator (Sen. Shakila Abdalla, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources concerning the validity of title deeds for the land within Enganani Ranch in Lamu County. 
  • The Senator for Bungoma County (Sen. David Wakoli, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Trade, Industrialization and Tourism concerning the management of Metropolitan National Sacco Ltd. 
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the ownership and registration of land on the irrigation schemes in Kisumu County.
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the state of insecurity in Katito township in Kisumu County. 
  • The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the rampant incidences of police brutality in Kisumu County. 
  • The Senator for Kiambu County (Sen. Karungo Thangwa, MP) to seek a statement from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare regarding public institutions, stadia, roads and parks bearing names of former presidents and leaders.

 

NOTICES OF MOTION

  • Establishment Of A Special Committee To Investigate And Report On The Proposed Removal From Office, By Impeachment, Of Honourable William Oduol, The Deputy Governor Of Siaya County