{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157303","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157301","results":[{"id":1591212,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591212/?format=json","text_counter":198,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"No, this is the Act from 2015."},{"id":1591213,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591213/?format=json","text_counter":199,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"To enhance the Commissioner's ability to recover unpaid taxes from non-residents, the Bill proposes to amend the Tax Procedures Act to expand the scope of agency notices to include non-resident persons. This next measure is controversial. To close a loophole that hinders enforcement of tax compliance and ensure timely revenue collection, the Bill proposes to amend the Tax Procedures Act to clarify that enforcement of tax collection when a Tax Appeals Tribunal or The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."},{"id":1591214,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591214/?format=json","text_counter":200,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"court judgement on tax dispute is in favour of the Commissioner shall only be suspended where a stay order has been granted. That is not the one I thought was controversial. The controversial one is yet to come."},{"id":1591215,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591215/?format=json","text_counter":201,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"To remove financial and legal barriers that may hinder effective enforcement of recovery of unpaid taxes, the Bill proposes to amend the Tax Procedures Act to provide that property transfers made by or to the Commissioner in recovery of tax liabilities be exempted from stamp duty."},{"id":1591216,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591216/?format=json","text_counter":202,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"To promote transparency, uphold fair administrative action, and strengthen trust in tax administration, the Bill proposes to amend the Tax Procedures Act to require the Commissioner to provide reasons when issuing amended tax assessments to a taxpayer. This is to avoid misuse of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for political reasons where they simply say that you did not pay such an amount three years ago, yet you had already been cleared for tax purposes. Reasons must be provided."},{"id":1591217,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591217/?format=json","text_counter":203,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"To address taxpayers’ concerns regarding penalties and interest arising from system- related delays or administrative errors beyond a taxpayers’ control, the Bill proposes to amend the Tax Procedures Act to allow the Cabinet Secretary to grant waivers on penalties and interest arising from such circumstances upon recommendation by the Commissioner. Presently, there is no law to reverse any errors that the KRA makes on your tax assessment."},{"id":1591218,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591218/?format=json","text_counter":204,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"In conclusion, we have experienced a wide range of challenges as a nation in the past two years. In navigating these trying times, we have demonstrated exceptional resilience and remained steadfast in our development and democratic journey. Kenyans have demonstrated commendable patience and resilience as the Government continues to fulfil its commitments to improve livelihoods through the implementation of BETA. Under the leadership of His Excellency the President (Dr) William Samoei Ruto, we have made meaningful progress in advancing our development agenda, promoting inclusion, fostering national unity, and working together to build our nation and renew the spirit of patriotism."},{"id":1591219,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591219/?format=json","text_counter":205,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Applause)"},{"id":1591220,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591220/?format=json","text_counter":206,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"The Budget I have presented today has been thoughtfully prepared to navigate the delicate balance of competing interests while adhering to our fiscal consolidation plan. I am confident that the policies and structural reforms I have outlined provide a solid foundation for sustaining our socio-economic transformation. These measures are designed to stimulate job creation, strengthen our economic recovery, and ease the cost of living. Therefore, I call upon Members and all Kenyans to support the implementation of the Budget as we work together in pursuit of shared prosperity."},{"id":1591221,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591221/?format=json","text_counter":207,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"Finally, the journey to a prosperous Kenya calls for leadership and the collective commitment of all Kenyans. Last year, the Orange Democratic Movement joined hands with the United Democratic Alliance to form a broad-based government. This unity has brought renewed peace and stability to Kenya and fostered inclusive development beyond tribal lines."}]}