Functions of Parliament
The functions of the Parliament of Uganda are:
- To pass laws for the good governance of Uganda.
- To provide, by giving legislative sanctions taxation and acquisition of loans, the means of carrying out the work of Government.
- To scrutinise Government policy and administration through the following:
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- pre-legislative scrutiny of bills referred to the Parliamentary committees by Parliament
- assuring transparency and accountability in the application of public funds
- monitoring the implementation of Government programmes and projects
- pre-legislative scrutiny of bills referred to the Parliamentary committees by Parliament
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- To debate matters of topical interest usually highlighted in the President's State of the Nation address.
- To vet the appointment of persons nominated by the President under the Constitution or any other enactment..