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    "id": 1626533,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1626533/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Kibwana",
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    "content": "really wish we could have different counties with state-of-the-art hospitals that take care of Kenyans. For example, a county like Laikipia was taking care of about five to six counties, Isiolo, Marsabit, Meru and others were depending on Laikipia County for health care. Then we find other counties that do not operate or do not even have theatre services even after delivery, or in case of any delivery. So, the funds are long overdue. Kenyans have been waiting for development for long time. I have seen the Bill affect over 70 constituencies across 34 counties, including Turkana, Wajir, West Pokot, Garissa, Tana Riva and others identified as marginalised. The largest allocation I have seen is Turkana County, with Kshs1.86 billion, Narok with Kshs1.25 billion, Mandera Kshs1.22 billion, West Pokot Kshs1.66 billion and Samburu Kshs1.05 billion. This is key. I support the Equalisation Fund Appropriation Bill (Senate Bills No.7 of 2025). For that reason, it is expedited and considered as historical. If we have observed the delays in the disbursement of these funds, often towards the end of the financial year, let us act swiftly and timely to ensure that implementation, delivery of these services and development reach communities at grassroots level as soon as possible. I will only speak to that because many have discussed certain issues, and I do not want to repeat what has been discussed. I thank you."
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