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    "id": 1194520,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Gichugu, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Gichimu Githinji",
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    "content": "ruled that the CDF Act was offending the Constitution because it was actually purporting to perform some of the functions of the county. The other reasoning of the Supreme Court is that the way it was couched, CDF was meant to dip into the jar of the Consolidated Fund and get money from there and, therefore, creating a third tier of Government. To some extent, I agree with part of their reasoning. However, in the wisdom of this House, the NG-CDF Act, 2015 was enacted. It aligned the Fund with the National Government functions. I believe that we have a good case in the High Court Case No. 178 of 2015. I will not give comments on it because of Standing Order 89 on sub judice. This matter is actively in court. I am informed by the Litigation Department that this matter has a date for submissions on 1st and 2nd December and, thereafter, judgment will be given. I rest my submissions and ask Members to support our legislative proposal and move this country forward. This is meant to support children from poor families who cannot otherwise access education without bursaries which stem from the NG-CDF. Thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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