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    "id": 1109683,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1109683/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kiminini, FORD-K",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. (Dr.) Chris Wamalwa",
    "speaker": {
        "id": 1889,
        "legal_name": "Chrisantus Wamalwa Wakhungu",
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    "content": " Like is the case with other crops, this is a provision for the stabilisation fund which will add value in the industry, particularly the 45 per cent that goes to infrastructure. We have seen a lot of destruction caused by trucks when carrying sugar. For the many Members of Parliament who have tried to improve roads in their constituencies, the 45 per cent allocated will add value in terms of improvement of roads. When we leave it to the Cabinet Secretary, is it the Cabinet Secretary in charge of agriculture or the one in charge of the National Treasury? That clarity is very important. It has been abused before. I wish there was that clarity. Then there is the usage of the word ‘may’. We have been in this country and the usage of the word ‘may’ could be discretionary. At times, it gives room for abuse where, say, the Cabinet Secretary in charge might not even consult the board. As we move forward, we may need to think through. Do we say “the Cabinet Secretary may” or do we say “the Cabinet Secretary shall”? This issue has been raised on the Floor of the House in terms of whether consultation is in concurrence or not. Since these words are being used here, as we move forward, we can think through and see how they can be cleaned. Otherwise, I support. It is important that we have this passed because it will help in ensuring that there are minimum returns to the sugarcane farmer. I thank you."
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