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    "id": 1210536,
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    "speaker_name": "Sen. Cheptumo",
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        "legal_name": "Cheptumo William Kipkiror",
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    "content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise to support this Motion. Initially I held the view that the Liaison Committee is more superior than the SBC. I used to think that it is the “Cabinet” of the House. However, looking at the Standing Order No.194, it is indeed true that this is the apex committee of the House. If you look at its composition, the Speaker is the Chair. We also have the House leadership from both the Minority and Majority sides together with other seven Members. I would like to add my voice in support of this Motion because this committee plays a critical role. In fact, it can decide to postpone any business. That means that it is very powerful. I served as a Member of the House Business Committee (HBC) of the National Assembly for two terms. It is an important committee. For the short time we have been in this House, the SBC has done a good job. As they proceed under new membership, I want to believe that they are going to continue doing what they are supposed to. Another issue is the impression we create to the public because our proceedings are live. Whatever transpired today in this House was seen by the public; by our sons, daughters and even those who aspire to join politics in future and serve the nation. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I agree that beginning from this session, you need to apply the Standing Orders strictly. When you do so, there will be order and discipline to sustain the respect of the House. This House is perceived as a lesser one. According to us, this is the “Upper House”. Therefore, that can only be the case if we conduct our business in a mature manner."
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