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    "id": 1463029,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Methu",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Methu John Muhia",
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    "content": "Secondly, Mr. Speaker, Sir, I wish to get your direction on this particular matter. Article 123(4)(a) states that- “Except as provided otherwise in this Constitution, in any matter in the Senate affecting counties— (a) each county delegation shall have one vote to be cast on behalf of the county by the head of the county delegation or, in the absence of the head of the delegation, by another member of the delegation designated by the head of the Delegation.” Looking at the membership of this particular committee, I have tremendous respect for all Members who have been proposed. One of them is a Member of my committee and I know her ability and capability. I am inclined to think that the power given to the head of the delegation can only be used by a member of that delegation when the head of the delegation is not there. If these five Nominated Members out of the 11 negate this particular Motion, how will I, as the head of delegation, get an opportunity to vote on this matter? It is on that basis, Mr. Speaker, Sir, that I feel that you need to give--- I have respect for our Nominated colleagues who are able and willing. However, when the matter comes before this House for voting, they will contribute. Sen. Mumma has said they would like to contribute to this Motion. However, in terms of making a decision, it will involve 47 delegations. I will only vote and a Member of my delegation---"
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