Bill Progress

Object of the Bill

The object of this Bill is to provide for the regulation of peaceful applications of ionising radiation; to establish the Atomic Energy Council; to provide for the protection, safety and security of individuals, society and the environment from the dangers resulting from ionizing  radiation; to provide for the production and use of radiation sources and  the management of radioactive waste; to provide for a framework to promote and develop nuclear energy for use in power generation and other peaceful purposes; to provide for compliance with international safely requirements for use of ionizing radiation, radiation protection and security of radioactive sources; to repeal the Atomic Energy Act, Cap. 143; and for other related matters.

Other Attachments

1 Laws of Uganda (Acts) - THE ATOMIC ENERGY ACT 2008.pdf
Title: The Atomic Energy Act, 2008
Author: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda

The Atomic Energy Bill, 2007

Sponsored By Hon. Daudi Migereko (Minister of Energy and Mineral Development)

Committee: The Committee on Natural Resources

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05/02/2008

First Reading/Committee

The bill is still at First Reading, and the first stage is a passage through the floor of parliament. This stage is usually a formality, primarily focusing on introducing the Bill to the Parliament. It takes place without debate, and the first reading of a Bill can occur anytime in a parliamentary session. The significance of this stage lies in the fact that it marks the formal introduction of the Bill to the Parliament, setting the stage for further discussions and debates.

15/05/2008

Second Reading

The Bill has now progressed to the Second Reading, a stage that offers the first opportunity for MPs to engage in a democratic debate on the main principles of the Bill. This stage, which usually takes up to 45 days after the first reading, allows for thorough discussion and ensures that all voices are heard. Once the second reading is complete, the Bill moves to the committee stage, where each clause and any amendments to the Bill may be debated, further highlighting the democratic nature of the process.

15/05/2008

15/05/2008

Third Reading

Parliament has passed the Bill. The third reading is the final chance for the Members of Parliament to debate its contents. Here, the debate is usually short and limited to what is actually in the Bill rather than, as at the second reading, what might have been included.

29/10/2008

Presentation/Waiting Assent

The Bill is now awaiting the Presidents assent, a crucial step in its journey. When the Floor of Parliament has passed a Bill, it is presented to the President, who carefully reviews it, considering its implications and ensuring it aligns with the governments policies and the Constitution. The Presidents assent is the final step in the Bills journey, marking its transition from a proposed law to an enacted one, underscoring this decisions importance in the legislative process.

29/10/2008

05/11/2008

Assented by President

At this crucial point, the Bill has transformed into an Act of Parliament, marking a significant milestone in its journey. However, it requires the Presidents assent before it can be enacted into law. This act of consent, a formal agreement by the State, represents the final step in the Bills process, underscoring the pivotal role of the President in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.

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Bill passed on 05/11/2008

At this crucial point, the Bill has transformed into an Act of Parliament, marking a significant milestone in its journey. However, it requires the Presidents assent before it can be enacted into law. This act of consent, a formal agreement by the State, represents the final step in the Bills process, underscoring the pivotal role of the President in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.

Bill Withdrawn on 01/01/1970

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