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    "content": "no one gives himself or herself powers which are not in the Constitution to alter the benefits of a designated State officers. The more I read the Bill which I drafted; I will consider changing a few areas. I welcome the amendments. However, it is important for members of the public to understand it because it is a matter which is highly controversial. This Bill does not seek to increase the benefits of retired State officers. This Bill only seeks to seal these loopholes. Madam Temporary Speaker, if we do not put a limit or a maximum number of security personnel who will be assigned to a former State officer, it can be abused. For instance, if that former State officer is in good books with the Inspector General of Police, he can get the entire military or police force to protect him or her. If we say there is a minimum of six them, so be it. If it says there is a maximum of 15, then it is so. If it says that when you die, you are remembered, then that will be the case. It is sad that we do not recognize the work done by former State officers. I have met many of them who are currently languishing in poverty because their pensions were not clearly defined. It will be sad if this House goes down in history as a House that does not care about its State officers . So, Madam Temporary Speaker, I would like to request that this Bill be read a Second Time and request Sen. Mutula Kilonzo Jnr., to second it. Thank you."
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