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Legislative Update: Key Acts Passed in KiribatI
In a significant development, the Kiribati government has passed several key acts aimed at strengthening various sectors of the economy and society. The following is a summary of the notable acts passed in recent years.
2013
Key Acts Passed
- Supplementary Appropriation (No. 3) Act
- Salaries and Allowances of Members of the Maneaba ni Maungatabu and Salaries Tribunal (Amendment) Act
- Kiribati Chamber of Commerce and Industry Act
These acts aimed to promote economic growth and development.
2014
Key Acts Passed
- Te Rau N Te Mwenga Act: Regulates the fishing industry
- Appropriation Act: Allocates funds for various government programs
- Supplementary Appropriation (No. 1) Act: Ensures essential services continue uninterrupted
These acts demonstrate the government’s commitment to promoting economic growth and development.
2015
Key Acts Passed
- Fisheries (Amendment) Act: Conserves fish stocks and promotes sustainable fishing practices
- Native Lands (Amendment) Act: Clarifies ownership rights to land
- Occupational Health and Safety Act: Protects workers’ health
These acts aimed to promote environmental sustainability and social welfare.
2016
Key Acts Passed
- Broadcasting and Publications Authority Act (Amendment)
- Constitution (Amendment) Act
- Procurement (Amendment) Act
- Leaders Code of Conduct Act: Promotes transparency and accountability in government
These acts demonstrate the government’s commitment to promoting good governance and transparency.
2017
Key Acts Passed
- Seabed Minerals Act: Regulates the extraction of seabed minerals
- Early Childhood Care and Education Act: Improves education for young children
- Fisheries (Amendment) Act
- Kiribati Audit Act
These acts aimed to promote environmental sustainability, social welfare, and economic growth.
2018
Key Acts Passed
- Medicines Act
- Local Government (Amendment) Act
- Kava Act
- Occupational Health & Safety (Amendment) Act
- Public Legal Services Act: Improves access to justice for all citizens
These acts demonstrate the government’s commitment to promoting social welfare and economic growth.
2019
Key Acts Passed
- Maritime (Amendment) Act
- Airport Authority Act
- Penal Code (Amendment) Act
- Customs Act
- Kiribati Tourism Act: Promotes tourism as a key sector of the economy
These acts aimed to promote economic growth, social welfare, and environmental sustainability.
2020-2021
Key Acts Passed
- Company Insolvency Act
- Leaders Code of Conduct (Amendment) Act
- Metrology Act
- Procurement (Amendment) Act
- Business Names Act
- Kiribati Red Cross Society Act: Supports disaster relief efforts
These acts demonstrate the government’s commitment to promoting economic growth, social welfare, and environmental sustainability in KiribatI.
In conclusion, these acts passed by the Kiribati government demonstrate its commitment to promoting economic growth, social welfare, and environmental sustainability.