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    "content": "slightly different mandate from what it has ended up doing. Initially, we were to create and look for the percentage of priorities that should be paid. We were also meant to look at the revenue, how it is accrued and any other relevant issue. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, as we moved on with the work of this Committee, we decided to find a redistributive formula for the resources that have been put into place, then it will make it possible for this Committee to do its work within the three months time given. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, allow me to mention the Members of this Committee in a way of thanking them and appreciating their work in producing this Bill. They are:- Sen. (Dr.) Agnes Zani - Chairperson Sen. Kimani Wamatangi - Vice-Chairperson Sen. Mositet - Member Sen. Mwakulegwa - Member Sen. Boy Juma Boy - Member Sen. (Prof.) Lonyangapuo - Member Sen. Nabwala - Member Sen. Chelule - Member Sen. Sang - Member Sen. Obure - Member Sen. (Dr.) Machage - Member Sen. Murkomen - Member Sen. Ndiema - Member Sen. Wako - Member Sen. (Prof.) Anyang’-Nyong’o - Member Sen. Hassan - Member Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, as a result of the work of this Committee, we not only came up with a Bill, but also with a policy framework because we realized that it is important to do so. At an earlier date, we tabled a report from this Committee that constituted that particular policy framework. Today, I am happy that I am able to move this Bill which is a result of the Committee. I also realize that this is an important issue for Kenya. If it is contextualized within the Constitution, especially in the principles of devolution at Article 174 which recognizes the right of communities to manage their own affairs and their development, there will be equitable distribution of resources in this country. There is need to promote and protect the interest and rights of minorities and marginalized communities. There is also need to promote social and economic development and the provision of easily accessible resources throughout the country. Lastly, there is need to ensure equitable sharing of national and local resources throughout Kenya. Indeed, this Bill is within the nexus of what the Constitution stipulates. More recently, we found out that in counties such as Turkana or Kwale, there are enormous resources. It is our belief that these resources will change the way people live in these counties and entire country. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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