Members of the National Assembly have resolved to hold a morning sitting on Thursday, June 20, 2024, to allow for extended debate on the Finance Bill 2024.

 In a Procedural Motion sponsored by the Leader of the Majority Party, Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu), lawmakers unanimously resolved to hold a Morning Sitting on Thursday, June 20, 2024, commencing at 9.30 am for purposes of considering priority business.  

 "The House Business Committee (HBC) met and considered this Motion to allow legislators ample time to debate the Finance Bill 2024. We thought it would be wise to have a sitting on Thursday Morning. We will have the entire Wednesday from 9.30am and 2.30 pm and Thursday morning sitting," stated Hon. Ichung'wah.

 The extended session will supplement the Wednesday sittings, offering a full day and a morning for Members to propose amendments and extensively debate the Finance Bill, 2024.

 Leader of the Minority Party, Hon. Opiyo Wandayi (Ugunja) supported the Thursday morning sitting saying there is the need to allocate sufficient debate for debate on the Bill. He emphasized that Members across the political divide desire a thorough examination of the Bill.

 "Members from across the political divide want adequate time to contribute to the Finance Bill 2024 at its second reading," he said.

 In addition, the House is also expected to consider amendments made by the Senate to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Bill. With two constituencies currently lacking representation, Hon. Wandayi stressed the urgency of filling these vacancies through proper legislative procedures.

 "We will also have time to consider Senate amendments to the IEBC Bill, we have two constituencies without representation. It is in order that we approve this Motion," added Hon. Wandayi.