The National Assembly has passed the Finance Bill 2026, paving the way for the proposed law to be sent to President William Ruto for assent.

🇰🇪 Breaking It Down

MPs approved the Bill at the Third Reading stage through an electronic division vote conducted in accordance with Standing Order No. 70.

In what was an intense session on Thursday evening, a total of 122 MPs voted in favour of the Bill, while 40 opposed it. No member abstained.

The vote marked the final parliamentary hurdle for the Finance Bill after lawmakers spent hours debating its provisions and considering various amendments.

📌 What You Need to Know

Before the division, Speaker Moses Wetang'ula rejected calls by some opposition MPs for a manual vote, directing that the House proceed with electronic voting.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke