Bill Progress

Object of the Bill

The object of this Bill is to make provision for the regulation of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces pursuant to article 210 of the Constitution, and in particular; to make provision for the Following---
(a) the organs and structures of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces;
(b) recruitment, appointment, promotion, discipline and removal of members of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces and ensuring that members of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces are recruited from every district of Uganda;
(c) terms and conditions of service of members of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces; and
(d) the deployment of troops outside Uganda.

Other Attachments

The Uganda Peoples Defence Forces Bill, 2003

Sponsored By Hon. Amama Mbabazi (Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs)

Committee: The Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs

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14/09/2004

First Reading/Committee

The bill is still at First Reading, and the first stage of a bill 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.

14/09/2004

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.

14/09/2004

23/03/2005

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.

24/03/2005

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.

24/03/2005

23/08/2005

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 23/08/2005

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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