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    "speaker_name": "Kitui Central, WDM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. (Dr) Makali Mulu",
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    "content": " Thank you very much, Hon. Temporary Speaker, for this opportunity. I join my colleagues in supporting this Constitution (Amendment) Bill, and before I delve into the details of the Bill, I wish to thank the movers, Hon. (Dr) Otiende Amollo and Hon. Chepkonga. I would like to provide some facts so that those following this debate understand what we are discussing. This Bill proposes the introduction of three funds: the National Government Constituency Fund (NGCF), the Senate Oversight Fund, and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF). When it comes to sharing resources in this country, we have two levels of government: the national government and the county governments. The Division of Revenue Bill determines how much funding goes to each level. After establishing the allocation for both the national government and the county governments, we will introduce these funds. Therefore, those who suggest that if this money is not allocated to the NGCF, the Senate Oversight Fund, and NGAAF it will go to the county governments are mistaken. The reality is that even if this money is not allocated to these three funds, it will not go to the county governments. The only way it could flow to the county governments is through conditional grants, meaning that the national Government would have to withdraw part of its share and distribute it to the counties in the form of conditional grants otherwise, there will be no additional resources for the counties if these funds are not established. Furthermore, these funds ensure equity in the distribution of resources. By equity, I mean that these are the only funds that guarantee that, at the end of the day, every constituency and every county receive funding from national resources, regardless of who they voted for. It therefore addresses the equity issue that we have consistently advocated for in resource sharing across the country. Through these funds, we can ensure that every part of this country has access to public resources. Another critical aspect is that the NG-CDF serves as a successful development model. If we were to assess the models we utilise to deliver development across this country, the NG-CDF stands out as the best which has been proven beyond reasonable doubt. I ask myself, if one is genuinely Kenyan, why would they not want their fellow Kenyans to benefit from this effective development model? It has minimal recurrent expenditure and the highest development expenditure, indicating growth in our economy. Hon. Temporary Speaker, let me highlight the impact of the NG-CDF on the Kenyan people. In my constituency, I did not mobilise anybody to advocate for or against it; the response was overwhelmingly positive. The people, on their own accord, chose to advocate for the continuation of the NG-CDF because it has made a significant impact on educational and The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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