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    "id": 1123871,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Were",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Petronila Were Lokorio",
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    "content": "Thank you Mr. Temporary Speaker Sir, for this opportunity to contribute to the County Governments (Amendment) Bill as proposed by Sen. M. Kajwang’. He also happens to be the Chairperson of the Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations. Therefore, he knows exactly what he is talking about and what is needed concerning the problems that come before his Committee. When I see such legislative proposals, I am a happy person because as we continue to practice devolution, we see gaps. When I see such laws, I am happy because we are strengthening devolution, making sure that it works, and that the intended purpose of bringing services closer to the people is achieved. This is not just any service, but quality service. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, as we continue having devolution, we shall continue to enjoy the benefits that come with it. As a country, we are doing well. There are many developed countries with mature democracies that practice devolution. It is very commendable how far we have come. With this kind of law, it can only get better. Therefore, we should embrace devolution further. As we continue to oversight and make laws to guide the operations of the counties and their governments, we will make devolution what it should be. People will no longer be worried about who the President at the national level is because they will have a strong base of development at the county level. We shall continue to reduce the political tensions in this country. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, what makes me exceptionally happy is the establishment of a County Leaders Forum (CLF) that is proposed in the amendment of Section 91. The CLF will consist of- (1) The governor, who shall be the chairperson. (2) The Senator of the respective county. (3) Members of the National Assembly. (4) The woman Member of Parliament (MP)."
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