Object of the Bill
The policy behind the Bill is to give effect to the Government Policy for Rationalisation of Government Agencies and Public Expenditure (RAPEX) which was adopted by the Cabinet on 22nd February 2021.
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ICT1-24-Report on the National Information Technology Authority,Uganda (Amendment)Bill, 2024.pdf
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CFI for The National Information Technology Authority, Uganda(Amendment) Bill,2024.pdf
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The National Information Technology Authority, Uganda (Amendment) Act, 2024.pdf
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The National Information Technology Authority, Uganda (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Sponsored By Hon. Chris Baryomunsi (Minister of Information, Communications Technology and National Guidance )
Committee: The Committee on Information, Communication Technology and National Guidance
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First Reading/Committee
Bill is still at First Reading, the first reading being the first stage of a Bill passage through the Floor of Parliament and is usually a formality, it takes place without debate, and the first reading of a Bill can occur anytime in a parliamentary session.
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.
Third Reading
Parliament is passing the Bill. The third reading is the final chance for the Members of Parliament to debate the contents of a Bill. Here debate on the Bill is usually short and limited to what is actually in the Bill rather than, as at the second reading, what might have been included.
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.
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. As a formal agreement by the State, this act of consent represents the final step in the Bills process, underlining the vital role that the President plays in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system. End Bill passed on 2024-05-14 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. As a formal agreement by the State, this act of consent represents the final step in the Bills process, underlining the vital role that the President plays in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.
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Bill passed on 16/12/2024
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. As a formal agreement by the State, this act of consent represents the final step in the Bills process, underlining the vital role that the President plays in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system. End Bill passed on 2024-05-14 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. As a formal agreement by the State, this act of consent represents the final step in the Bills process, underlining the vital role that the President plays in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.
Bill Withdrawn on 01/01/1970