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    "id": 546544,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Sakaja",
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        "legal_name": "Johnson Arthur Sakaja",
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    "content": "Thank you very much, hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker. This is one of those days that you feel proud not just to be a legislator but to be a Kenyan. The might of a country is not just by how it provides for the rich and the mighty but it equalizes opportunities for even the downtrodden, the poor and its young people. This Bill has radically changed the landscape of doing business in this country. It changes the landscape of public procurement. We must all be able to applaud ourselves for the effort that we have put in coming up with this legislation; the endless hours. I would like to specially mention the leadership of the Finance, Planning and Trade Committee led by the very able hon. Benjamin Langat, deputized by the indomitable tallest man in the House from Subukia, hon. Gaichuhie for their endless efforts, consistency and their hard work. I would also like to make special mention of our Committee Clerks, Evans Owanda, Maluki and the young lady who sat with us for endless hours from the legal team, Ms. Brigid. We thank them for the work they have done and the advice they have given us. We cannot forget the Budget Office. Hon. Temporary Deputy Chairman, this Bill equalizes the playing field not just for the Government but also protects the bidder and the Government. We will be able to achieve the promises within the manifesto, the promises that we have given to Kenyans by fast-tracking and removing all the bottlenecks that have been there in procurement."
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