Parliamentary Round Up: Issue No. 27 of 2026 

  • 17 Jul 2026
  • 10 Mins Read
  • 〜 by Maria. Goretti

The National Assembly 

The National Assembly is on recess until 21st July 2026. 

The Senate  

Tuesday 14th July 2026 

Afternoon Session at 2:30 pm  

Bills 

  1. The Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 61 of 2022). 
  1. The County Governments Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 14 of 2025). 
  1. The Community Health Promoters Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 53 of 2022). 
  1. The Heritage and Museums Bill (Senate Bills No. 8 of 2023). 
  1. The Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 10 of 2024). 
  1. The Environment Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 23 of 2024). 
  1. The Sports (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill (Senate Bills No. 45 of 2024). 
  1. The Public Audit (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 4 of 2024). 
  1. The County Hall of Fame Bill (Senate Bills No. 18 of 2023). 
  1. The Public Fundraising Appeals Bill (Senate Bills No. 36 of 2024). 
  1. The County Oversight and Accountability Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2024). 
  1. The Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 34 of 2025). 
  1. The County Governments Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 52 of 2024). 
  1. The Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 49 of 2023). 
  1. The Livestock Protection and Sustainability Bill (Senate Bills No. 32 of 2024). 
  1. The Referendum Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2026). 

Motions  

  1. Consideration of the Report of the Select Committee on Delegated Legislation on the Traffic (School Transport) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 11 of 2026), the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026), and the National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Vehicles) Regulations, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 14 of 2026). 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights on its consideration of a petition to the Senate by Mr. Laban Omusundi regarding the enactment of a legal framework to provide for the recall of the President or a Governor through a citizen initiative. 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Health on a petition to the Senate by Mr. Patrick Musilu and others concerning the protection and promotion of the commercialisation of the new-generation (Muthea) anti-venom in Kenya. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on Sessional Paper No. 1 of 2025 on the Foreign Policy of the Republic of Kenya. 
  1. Report of the Liaison Committee on the activities and operations of Select Committees during the Third Session (2024). 
  1. Report of the Liaison Committee on the activities and operations of Select Committees during the Fourth Session (2025). 

Petition  

  1. Petition to the Senate by residents and informal traders of Laini Saba Market operating within Laini Saba and Woodley Wards in Kibra Constituency who are affected by Kenya Railway Projects. 

Papers 

  1. Controller of Budget (COB) Report on the County Governments Budget Implementation Review for the first nine months of Financial Year 2025/2026. 
  1. The Annual Statutory Report on the Operations and Performance of the Regulated SACCOs in Kenya for the year 2024. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy regarding alleged irregularities in the petroleum products supply chain.  
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy on its inquiry regarding the handing over of a cooking gas handling facility, in Mombasa County, to a private firm. 

Notices of Motion  

  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy regarding alleged irregularities in the petroleum products supply chain. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy on its inquiry into the handing over of a cooking gas handling facility in Mombasa County to a private firm. 

Questions and Statements 

  1. Requests for Statements pursuant to Standing Order 53 (1) 
  1. The Senator for Vihiga County (Sen. Godfrey Osotsi, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights regarding the implementation of the Government’s compensation and reparations programme for victims of demonstration-related violence and enforced disappearances. 
  1. Nominated Senator (Sen. Hamida Kibwana, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing regarding the cases of unregulated developments, encroachment on public spaces and obstruction of roads, pedestrian walkways and drainage systems in estates within Nairobi City County. 
  1. The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Chute, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Energy regarding the state of electricity connectivity in Sessi, Moyale Constituency and in Leyai, Lpus, Lturuyia and Lkilanga areas of Songa and other unserved and underserved parts in Marsabit County. 
  1. The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Chute, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment and Natural Resources regarding the boundary dispute at Arbjahan along the Marsabit – Wajir Counties. 
  1. The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Chute, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the rising tensions at Arbjahan along the Marsabit – Wajir Counties. 
  1. The Senator for Marsabit County (Sen. Mohamed Chute, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Health regarding the operations of Bupa Global Insurance in Kenya following its recent licensing and establishment of its regional headquarters in Nairobi. 

Wednesday 15th July 2026  

Morning Session at 9:30 am  

Motions  

  1. Mainstreaming a Framework for Clean Cooking in Kenya.  
  1. Provision of IFMIS Reports for County Governments to the Senate.  
  1. Declaration of Road Traffic Accidents in Kenya as a National Disaster. 

Questions and Statements 

Questions  

  1. Question No. 019: The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, SC, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs: 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary provide details on the status of all blue economy programmes undertaken by the National Government in Kisumu County since 2022, and indicate timelines for completion of all pending projects?  
  1. What is the current infrastructural condition and operational status of landing sites, cold-chain facilities and other key blue economy infrastructure in Kisumu County?  
  1. What impact have the blue economy interventions implemented by the National Government had on the income levels and livelihoods of the fishing community in the county since 2022?   
  1. What measures has the Ministry put in place to ensure that funds set aside for blue economy interventions in Kisumu County are fully utilised and translate to tangible economic benefits for the local communities? 
  1. Question No. 049: Nominated Senator (Sen. Hamida Kibwana, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry: 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary explain the enforcement measures in place to prevent and punish industrial pollution, unsafe e-waste handling, toxic dumping and other environmental practices that expose Kenyans to hazardous substances in soil, water and air? 
  1. What coordination framework exists among the Ministry, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), county governments, public health authorities and other regulators to monitor toxic exposure hotspots and ensure timely remediation and public protection? 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary state whether the Ministry has undertaken a national or sector-based assessment of environmental health risks from lead, heavy metals, hazardous waste, open burning and industrial contamination, and what were the findings? 
  1. What policy and enforcement reforms, drawing on lessons from countries with stronger hazardous waste and pollution-control regimes, is the Ministry pursuing to strengthen environmental health protection in Kenya? 
  1. Question No. 057 The Senator for Murang’a County (Sen. Joe Nyutu, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport: 
  1. When was the Thika-Kenol section of the A2 Road, which is currently in poor and deteriorating condition, last recarpeted and subjected to other maintenance works?  
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary indicate whether there is a budgetary provision for the rehabilitation of the specified section of the A2 Road and, if so, provide timelines for the rehabilitation works?  
  1. What measures has the Ministry put in place to ensure regular and timely maintenance of the entire stretch of the A2 Road, which is a critical Class A international trunk road that facilitates trade and movement of people to central and northern regions of Kenya, and Ethiopia? 
  1. Question No. 061: Nominated Senator (Sen. Miraj Abdillahi, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport: 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on the current status of the construction of the island side ramp intended to fully operationalize ferry services at the Mtongwe crossing in Mombasa County, including the percentage of completion and the expected timeline for its completion? 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary provide details on the contractors involved and the supervision mechanisms in place to ensure quality and timely delivery, including disclosure of the total project cost, the amount disbursed to date and any pending payments to the contractors? 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on the timeline for the full operationalization of the Mtongwe Ferry once the ramp is completed, and explain the reasons for any delays if the project has not been completed within the initial schedule? 
  1. What interim measures has the Ministry put in place to facilitate safe and efficient transport for residents who rely on this crossing? 
  1. Question No. 063: The Senator for Kakamega County [Sen. (Dr.) Boni Khalwale, CBS, MP] to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport: 
  1. Could the Cabinet Secretary provide the current status of the following road construction projects in Kakamega County: 

 

  1. Lurambi – Ingotse – Nambacha – Dorfu – Musikoma Road;  
  1. Kakamega Airstrip – Shinyalu – Rondo – Chepsenoi Road;  
  1. Kakamega – Shimanyiro – Maili – Wakatsa Road  
  1. Turbo – Panpaper – Makutano – Naitiri Road;  
  1. Ibokolo – Shianda – Malaha – Nambacha Road;  
  1. Ikoli – Kimang’eti – Malava Road; and  
  1. Malava – Samitsi – Navakholo – Chebuyusi Road. 

 

  1. How much was allocated to each of these road projects in the Financial Year 2025/2026 budget? 
  1. Which contractors were awarded the projects and how much has been paid to each contractor to date, following the launching of the projects by the President on diverse dates? 
  1. What reasons led to the contractors leaving the project sites after the presidential launches? 
  1. When will the respective contractors resume works, and what are the projected completion dates for each road? 

Afternoon Session at 2:30 pm  

Bills 

  1. The Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 41 of 2025). 
  1. The Kenya National Library Service Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 20 of 2023). 
  1. The Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 61 of 2022). 
  1. The County Governments Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 14 of 2025). 
  1. The Community Health Promoters Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 53 of 2022). 
  1. The Heritage and Museums Bill (Senate Bills No. 8 of 2023). 
  1. The Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 10 of 2024). 
  1. The Environment Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 23 of 2024). 
  1. The Sports (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill (Senate Bills No. 45 of 2024). 
  1. The Public Audit (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 4 of 2024). 
  1. The County Hall of Fame Bill (Senate Bills No. 18 of 2023). 
  1. The Public Fundraising Appeals Bill (Senate Bills No. 36 of 2024). 
  1. The County Oversight and Accountability Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2024). 
  1. The Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 34 of 2025). 
  1. The Referendum Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2026). 
  1. The County Governments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 39 of 2024). 
  1. The Street Naming and Property Addressing System Bill (Senate Bills No. 43 of 2024). 
  1. The Agriculture and Food Authority (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 13 of 2023). 
  1. The Kenya Health Products and Technologies Regulatory Authority Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 54 of 2022). 
  1. The Mining (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 22 of 2025). 

Motions  

  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights on its consideration of a petition to the Senate by Mr. Laban Omusundi regarding the enactment of a legal framework to provide for the recall of the President or a Governor through a citizen initiative. 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Select Committee on Delegated Legislation on the Traffic (School Transport) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 11 of 2026), the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026), and the National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Vehicles) Regulations, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 14 of 2026). 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Health on a petition to the Senate by Mr. Patrick Musilu and others concerning the protection and promotion of the commercialisation of the new-generation (Muthea) anti-venom in Kenya. 
  1. Promotion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Innovation Policy in Kenya. 

Thursday 16th July 2026 

 Afternoon Session at 2:30 pm  

Bills 

  1. The Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 34 of 2025). 
  1. The Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 61 of 2022). 
  1. The County Governments Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 14 of 2025). 
  1. The Community Health Promoters Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 53 of 2022). 
  1. The Heritage and Museums Bill (Senate Bills No. 8 of 2023). 
  1. The Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 10 of 2024). 
  1. The Environment Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bills No. 23 of 2024). 
  1. The Sports (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill (Senate Bills No. 45 of 2024). 
  1. The Public Audit (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 4 of 2024). 
  1. The County Hall of Fame Bill (Senate Bills No. 18 of 2023). 
  1. The Public Fundraising Appeals Bill (Senate Bills No. 36 of 2024). 
  1. The County Oversight and Accountability Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2024). 
  1. The Referendum Bill (Senate Bills No. 3 of 2026). 
  1. The Public Service Internship Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 63 of 2022). 
  1. The Artificial Intelligence Bill (Senate Bills No. 4 of 2026). 

Motions  

  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights on its consideration of a petition to the Senate by Mr. Laban Omusundi regarding the enactment of a legal framework to provide for the recall of the President or a Governor through a citizen initiative. 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Select Committee on Delegated Legislation on the Traffic (School Transport) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 11 of 2026), the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 13 of 2026), and the National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Vehicles) Regulations, 2026 (Legal Notice No. 14 of 2026). 
  1. Provision of IFMIS Reports for County Governments to the Senate. 
  1. Consideration of the Report of the Standing Committee on Health on a petition to the Senate by Mr. Patrick Musilu and others concerning the protection and promotion of the commercialisation of the new-generation (Muthea) anti-venom in Kenya. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy regarding alleged irregularities in the petroleum products supply chain. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Energy on its inquiry into the handing over of a cooking gas handling facility in Mombasa County to a private firm. 
  1. Delinking Junior Secondary Schools from Primary Schools. 
  1. The rising cases of student unrest, arson, and insecurity in schools in Kenya. 

Papers  

  1. The National Treasury Revised Medium Term Debt Management Strategy (MTDS) for 2025/2026 – 2027/2028.  
  1. Report of the Auditor General on the Performance Audit on provision of bursaries by the County Government of Kisii. 

Notices of Motion  

  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on the conferment of city status to Thika Municipality. 
  1. Report of the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on the cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government. 

Questions and Statements 

  1. Statements pursuant to Standing Order 52 (1)  
  1. Nominated Senator (Sen. Veronica Maina, MP) to make a Statement regarding the sterling progress of the women’s national football team, the Harambee Starlets and the broader call to empower women in sports across the country. 
  1. The Senator for Taita Taveta County (Sen. Johnes Mwaruma, MP) to make a Statement regarding the failure by police officers to intervene in a mob justice incident in Mombasa that resulted in the death of Mr. John Kalaghe Joshua. 
  1. Requests for Statements pursuant to Standing Order 53 (1) 
  1. The Senator for Nandi County (Sen. Samson Cherarkey, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Finance and Budget regarding the management and effectiveness of county revenue automation systems and their impact on county governments’ own source revenue collection.  
  1. Nominated Senator (Sen. Crystal Asige, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the arrest of Mr. James Thuku during demonstrations in Nakuru on 25th June, 2026.  
  1. Nominated Senator (Sen. Hezena Lemaletian, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations regarding the ongoing security and disarmament operation in Tiaty Constituency, Baringo County.  
  1. The Senator for Nairobi City County (Sen. Edwin Sifuna, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Health regarding the elevation of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu County to a level 6 National Teaching and Referral Hospital.  
  1. The Senator for Kisii County (Sen. Richard Onyonka, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare regarding delays by the County Government of Kisii to pay salaries and address other employee concerns.  
  1. The Senator for Kisumu County (Sen. (Prof.) Tom Ojienda, SC, MP) to seek a Statement from the Standing Committee on National Security, Defense and Foreign Relations regarding the rising security concerns associated with non-functional public street lighting within Kisumu County. 
  1. Statement pursuant to Standing Order 57 (1) 
  1. The Senate Majority Leader to issue a statement on the business of the Senate for the week commencing Tuesday, 21st July 2026.