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    "id": 1283161,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1283161/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Dullo",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Dullo Fatuma Adan",
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    "content": "Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to join my colleagues in support of this Bill which is long overdue. This is because the issues of carbon credit are affecting many parts of this country without proper legislation in place. I wish to thank the President and the Government for this particular initiative. For example, in my county, there is an organization called Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) in Isiolo County. Meru County is also manned by that particular organization. Unfortunately, this organization is giving bursaries to students. The majority of our people do not know where that money comes from or how much is given to them as far as carbon credit is concerned. Once these legislations come into place, we can regulate what is happening as far as that market is concerned. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, as my colleagues have said, most of these activities are happening on the ground. However, in the current amendment, counties are not involved. I know very well that as far as mineral issues are concerned, counties are left out, yet it is where most of the activities take place. I wish the Government would also look at the possibility of involving counties in the carbon credit business. It is unfortunate that this Bill is very urgent and we had to pass it today. However, we must look for an opportunity where we can amend and bring on board county governments. Finally, the aspect of enforcement is also very important. Once those who were involved violate the rights of the citizens, they can be taken to court or members of the public can enforce their rights. Northern Kenya is mostly affected by the droughts. I appeal to the Government to put more focus on Northern Kenya as far as tree planting is concerned. This is because this will help many of our people. When we were young, we were forced to plant trees in schools. If we start from there, we will take care of our environment properly, so that the young ones who come up will know the importance of tree planting. I support."
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