In the wake of robustly rolling out the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has encouraged members of the National Legislature to act swiftly on the outstanding proposals before them.
President Boakai delivering his second SONA to his people named some of the proposals as the Presidential Transition Bill, the National Tourism Bill, and the Local Government Bill, among others.
The Liberian leader however acknowledged and commended the Lawmakers for their your hard work, particularly in passing eleven legislations and one joint resolution including the passage of the Act authorizing the government to spend $41.3 million in February 2024, pending the approval of the budget, statinf that such demonstrated their commitment to addressing urgent needs and funding development across all sectors.
“We also urge your prompt attention to the Bank-Financial Institutions and Bank-Financial Holding Companies Act of 2024 and the new Zoning Law, that will impact the national budget, six financing agreements to support economic growth, and two bills aimed at improving education and the tax system”, he added.
In a move to empower the dominant youthful population and to as well equip them with the skills necessary to meet national needs, The Chief Executive at the same time proposed, the Liberia Youth Service Program (LYSEP) and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commission Act of 2024.
Speaking further he told members of the 55th National Legislature that looking ahead, he will be submitting new legislative proposals, including the Amended Payment Systems Act, the Liberia Insurance Regulatory Commission Act, and the Revised Code of Conduct for Public Officials.
“Additionally, we will propose reforms for state-owned enterprises through the establishment of the State-Owned Enterprises Authority of Liberia (SEAL).
These proposals are designed to improve governance, foster growth, promote transparency, and empower our citizens, paving the way for a better future for all. Delays in acting on them could jeopardize the success of ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (AAID).he noted.
He told the gathering that during the year under review, his government also issued 14 Executive Orders addressing the urgent needs of the government, including those establishing the Office of War and Economic Crimes Courts (WECC) and the National Railway Authority.
President Boakai recognizing some of the noticable issues in the Country used the occasion to call for a strengthen cooperation and dialogue across all branches of government with transparency and mutual respect.
We must work together as partners in governance, united by our common goal of improving the lives of the Liberian people,
We must, therefore, remain focused on our shared goal of progress and prosperity for the Republic”, he re-emphasized.
