How a Bill becomes law
Follow the journey of a Bill from publication, through debate and committee, to the President's assent.
1. Publication
A Bill is a proposed law. Before it can be introduced, it is published in the Kenya Gazette so that the public and members can read it. Any member or committee of the House may introduce a Bill; many Bills are sponsored by the national government through the Majority Party, while others are Private Members' Bills.
Bills not concerning county government are considered only in the National Assembly. Bills concerning county government may begin in either House and must pass through both. A Money Bill may only be introduced in the National Assembly (Constitution, Articles 109–114).
Key points
- The published Bill sets out its title, objects and reasons, and each proposed clause.
- The Speakers of the two Houses determine whether a Bill concerns county government (Article 110).
- Publication gives the public an early chance to read the Bill before debate begins.
Who is involved?
- Sponsor of the Bill (a member, committee or the Government)
- Clerk of the House
- Speakers of both Houses
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