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    "id": 861322,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Khaniri",
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        "id": 171,
        "legal_name": "George Munyasa Khaniri",
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    "content": "of the county government. If the owner and or occupier does not demolish or obtain approval within the seven days, the county government may demolish such structures and surcharge the owner of the plot or person who has constructed, the cost of the demolition. The Bill provides that where a notice is to be given under the law, such notice shall be deemed to have been served if it is placed in a conspicuous place of the structure or building, served upon the owner or the occupant. There are miscellaneous provisions. The Bill makes provisions for the coordination and collaboration between the relevant county departments and State entities at the national level, including the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP) and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). It also gives powers to the county legislation on law enforcement and compliancy and establishes a reporting system. The Bill will also require that county law enforcement officers respect the fundamental rights and freedoms of the residents of the county and allow for a conducive environment of business within the county. Finally, the Bill gives an elaborate schedule on the code of conduct to be observed by the law enforcers, specifically it provides for duty to act impartially, calls for respectful conduct, demands for confidentiality, discourages improper motive and encourages declaration of conflict of interest. It also calls for protection of arrested persons. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I wish to state that the Bill does not delegate legislative power. However, county governments may delegate legislative authority to the relevant county executive committee member as may be appropriate. This Bill affects powers and functions of the county government. It is, therefore, a Bill that concerns counties in terms of Article 110 (1) (a) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. It is not a money Bill within the meaning of Article 114 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. In conclusion, I am proud to have sponsored this Bill. However, ensuring the joys and responsibilities of the legislative mandate of this House, there is need for this Bill to be fast tracked to help tackle the numerous challenges faced by the general public in their interaction with the county enforcement officers. The enactment of this Bill will also provide a solution to the lacuna in law as to the extent of powers of enforcement officers controlled by the governor and limitations of the county askaris . I urge hon. Senators to give it the due consideration it deserves and support it fully. I beg to move, and request Sen. Cheruiyot of Kericho County to second the Bill."
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