Date

2022-12-06

Summary

The initiation of the West Pokot County Water Resource Management (Amendment) Bill is anchored in the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Governments Act, 2012, which collectively empower the County Assembly to amend existing laws for effective governance. Article 185(1) of the Constitution vests legislative authority in the County Assembly, while Section 21 of the County Governments Act provides for the amendment of county legislation to address emerging needs, policy gaps, or implementation challenges. The Standing Orders of the County Assembly further outline procedures for introducing amendment bills. This legal framework authorizes the initiation of the Amendment Bill to refine, strengthen, and align the existing Water Resource Management Act with evolving environmental, social, and development priorities in West Pokot County.

Draft Bill