How a Bill becomes law
Follow the journey of a Bill from publication, through debate and committee, to the President's assent.
3. Committee consideration and public participation
The committee examines the Bill in detail. Parliament must facilitate public participation in its legislative business (Constitution, Article 118), so the committee usually invites written comments (memoranda) from the public through advertisements and may hold public hearings, including outside Nairobi.
The committee considers the views it receives, may hear from the responsible ministry and other experts, and then tables a report in the House with its observations and any amendments it recommends.
Key points
- Anyone may submit views on a Bill while the committee is receiving them.
- The committee's report guides the House at Second Reading and in Committee of the Whole House.
- Recommended amendments are only proposals until the House adopts them.
Who is involved?
- Relevant committee of the House
- Members of the public and stakeholders
- Responsible ministry or agency
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