Today, the Senate Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights, chaired by Bomet Senator Wakili Hillary Sigei, convened to consider a legislative proposal sponsored by Nyamira Senator Okong'o Omogeni. The proposal aims to amend section 81(3) of the Advocate's Act, Cap 221, extending the exemption from continuing legal education to Senators and the Speaker of the Senate who hold a practicing certificate.

Currently, this exemption only applies to Members and the Speaker of the National Assembly. The proposed bill contains only one operative clause, seeking to replace the existing provision with one that includes Senators and the Speaker of the Senate. This update is necessary due to the bicameral nature of the current Parliament. If passed, Senators and the Speaker of the Senate with practicing certificates will no longer be required to undertake continuing legal education during their tenure.

The proposal was referred to the Committee for pre-publication scrutiny as per the Senate Standing Orders. The Committee will examine the proposal, seek views from relevant parties, and suggest any necessary improvements before it can be accepted and published as a Bill.