Bill Progress

Object of the Bill

The object of this Bill is to amend the Finance (No. 2) Act, 2002 to change the levy on the export of raw hides and skins of animals; to amend the Finance Act, 2006 to change the fees relating to services and various documents under the Traffic and Road Safety Act, 1998, Cap. 361; to vary the rates of the environmental levy; to provide for the waiver of arrears of tax, duty, interest, and penalties due on or before 30th June 2002 and still outstanding by 30th June 2008; to repeal section 7 of the Finance 611o.1)Act, 1999 and for related matters.

Other Attachments

1 Laws of Uganda (Acts) - THE FINANCE ACT,2008.pdf
Title: The Finance Act, 2008
Author: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda

The Finance Bill, 2008

Sponsored By Hon. Dr. E. Suruma (Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development)

Committee: The Committee on Finance, Planning and Economic Development

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07/09/2008

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.

11/09/2008

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.

11/09/2008

11/09/2008

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.

13/10/2008

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.

13/10/2008

18/10/2008

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 18/10/2008

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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