The County Assembly of Tharaka Nithi considered key legislative and oversight matters on 13 October 2026, including passage of the Tharaka Nithi County Finance Bill, 2026, and adoption of the Liaison Committee’s report on committee progress.
County Finance Bill, 2026 passed
The Assembly passed the Tharaka Nithi County Finance Bill, 2026, following consideration of the Bill and public participation that attracted views from members of the public and other stakeholders.
The process was undertaken under the leadership of the Chairperson of the Committee on Finance, Budget and Appropriations, Hon. Muchiri Godfrey Murithi Gaturo, MCA for Karingani Ward.
The Bill provides for the imposition or variation of fees, charges, licences, rents and rates for services provided by the County Government. According to the source material, it had been passed by the Assembly and was awaiting the Governor’s assent before taking effect.
Liaison Committee report adopted
During the same sitting, Members adopted the Liaison Committee’s report on committees’ half-year progress reports for the period ended 30 June 2026.
The report was presented by Liaison Committee Chairperson Hon. Gitonga Leonard, Deputy Speaker and MCA for Nkondi Ward. Its adoption provides a basis for reviewing committee progress and coordination of the Assembly’s legislative and oversight work.
The proceedings highlighted the Assembly’s continuing responsibilities in legislation, oversight and representation, including consideration of public views through established procedures.