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    "content": "who also assisted in the consolidation of the Budget. With the implementation of this Budget’s objectives, this nation is likely to realize a strong economy, peace and even harmony. On tax collection, I wish to thank Mr. Waweru, the Director-General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for the constant efforts he has really exhibited in flexing his muscles in terms of collecting taxes. We should also encourage the tax collector to regularly check if there are illegal imports that are likely to interfere with our tax collection and stability. The KRA should also be fully alert at all the entry points where illegal goods are likely to be allowed to get into this country. Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, on the Tax Reform Commission, this is a very noble idea, and I would urge the Minister to continue constituting this Commission because it will enhance the tax collection in this nation. These taxes will continue to enhance the economic performance of our nation. This Commission, as thought out, should reflect fair representation of the entire country. The commissioners should not come from one or two regions; they should be fairly distributed in the whole country. Qualifications and even performance should be the yardstick in appointing the commissioners. Gender balance is another area that should be factored in as we embark on the formation of this Commission. Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I should also thank the Minister for re- aallocating funds for the Economic Stimulus Programme, which has not taken off; for instance, the jua kali sheds, the modern markets and even the health centres have not been built. With faster release of funds to these sectors, we are likely now to create employment for our youth, who are already now taking illicit brews and even other brews which are not really good for their health, and even for the economic performance of this nation. On the fishing sector, Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, we note that opportunities have been created for our youth, and this is very important, indeed. Once funds are collected, all the Ministries which have been allocated funds, should be accountable and transparent in the manner in which they are going to utilize these funds in the interests of Kenyans. We have noted that some funds allocated have not gone to the intended youth. I recall that money allocated to the Ministry of Education, at times, has been diverted to other causes. This money should be spent to improve the quality of education in this country; to improve the services and to really meet the expectations of our teachers in the primary and secondary schools and even in the universities. Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I also take this opportunity to thank the Minister for Finance for remembering to allocate enough funds for the university lecturers, who had already expressed some concerns because of their salaries. We have noted that the Ministry of Education has been allocated Kshs141 billion; this money must be used properly, so that the desired goals are realized. We have created the centres of excellence - the model primary schools in all the constituencies in this Republic, and the expectations must be met. I would, therefore, Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, fully support this Motion for faster implementation of the Budget. Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir."
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