Object of the Bill
The Bill seeks to introduced a law on Government assurances. It seeks to establish a legal framework through which promises and undertakings given to Parliament by ministries and agents of Government will be enforced and implemented by the relevant Ministers and agents.
The Bill therefore is intended to ensure that the Government is accountable to Parliament and the people they represent in Parliament which will promote transparency in the functioning of the Government.
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The Implementation of Government Assurances Bill, 2008
Sponsored By Hon. Issa Kikungwe (Mp, MAKINDYE DIVISION EAST)
Committee: The Committee on Government Assurance and Implementation
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First Reading/Committee
Bill is still at First Reading, the first reading being the first stage of a Bill passage through the Floor of Parliament and is usually a formality, it takes place without debate, and the first reading of a Bill can occur anytime in a parliamentary session.
Second Reading
Bill is in the second stage. The second reading is the first opportunity for MPs to debate the main principles of the Bill. It usually takes place up to 45 days after the first reading. Once second reading is complete the Bill proceeds to committee stage where each clause (part) and any amendments (proposals for change) to the Bill may be debated.
Third Reading
Presentation/Waiting Assent
Assented by President
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Bill passed on
Bill Withdrawn on