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    "id": 502284,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Nabwala",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Catherine Mukiite Nabwala",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I would like to add my voice to this very important Motion which has been brought to the Floor of the House by the Senate Majority Leader. That is a commendable job because this Senate has been working under difficulties, starting from last year when the Division of Revenue Bill was deliberated on by the National Assembly and it bypassed us. It was then sent for assent without our input. This led to us going to the Supreme Court to seek an advisory opinion. It was costly for both Houses of Parliament. The advice was given for the way forward, but as I see it, the National Assembly Speaker has continued to disregard that advice that was given by the Supreme Court. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the Constitution is very clear and when you read Article 93 which is about the establishment of both Houses of Parliament. Article 93(1) says: “There is established a Parliament of Kenya, which shall consist of the National Assembly and the Senate.” Mr. Speaker, Sir, So, we are here by our right which was given to us by the public. Sub article (2) says:- “The National Assembly and the Senate shall perform their respective functions in accordance with this Constitution.” Mr. Speaker, Sir, this is very clear. I cannot imagine myself, a leader in the National Assembly, standing up and making very unfortunate statements; that the Senate has no work and that we need to go home. This talks about both Houses because we are tied together. It is about devolution and the mandate for the Senate is very unique and distinct. This is because we protect the interests of counties. So how can you say that we do not have work? They are the ones who are passing Bills and they do not want to pass them through us. What is the fear? This House is a very respected House. We have debated in a proper manner and we have carried ourselves well before the public. What I do not see is why the National Assembly is encroaching on our mandate. They are trying The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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