This Bill was withdrawn from consideration in the National Assembly by Kimani Ichung’wa, Leader of Majority, to allow for citizen sensitisation by Ministry of Livestock and Agriculture.
PART I — PRELIMINARY
1. Short Title: This Act may be cited as the Livestock Bill, 2024.
2. Interpretation: Provides definitions for terms used within the Act.
3. Objects of the Act: Outlines the objectives of the Act, including regulation, promotion, and sustainable management of the livestock sector.
4. Guiding Principles: Establishes the principles guiding the implementation of the Act.
5. Application: Defines the scope of the Act and the entities or activities to which it applies.
PART II — THE LIVESTOCK INPUTS AND PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY
6. Establishment of the Authority: Establishes the Livestock Inputs and Products Regulatory Authority.
7. Roles of the National Government: Specifies the national government’s responsibilities in the livestock sector.
8. Roles of County Governments: Details the roles of county governments in managing livestock activities.
9. Composition of the Board of the Authority: Outlines the structure of the Authority’s board.
10. Qualifications for Appointment to the Board: Lists the qualifications required for board members.
11. Chief Executive Officer of the Authority: Describes the role and responsibilities of the CEO.
12. Functions of the Authority: Details the functions of the Authority.
13. Powers of the Authority: Specifies the Authority’s powers to enforce regulations.
14. Appointment of Inspectors: Provides for the appointment of inspectors.
15. Powers of Inspectors: Grants inspectors the authority to carry out inspections and enforce compliance.
16. Designation of Laboratories: Allows for the designation of laboratories for testing and analysis.
PART III — THE KENYA LIVESTOCK RESEARCH ORGANISATION
17. Establishment of the Organisation: Establishes the Kenya Livestock Research Organisation.
18. Board of the Organisation: Details the composition and role of the board governing the Organisation.
19. Qualifications for Chairperson and Members of the Board: Lists the qualifications required for the chairperson and board members.
20. Functions of the Organisation: Outlines the research and development functions of the Organisation.
21. Functions of the Board of the Organisation: Specifies the board’s responsibilities.
22. Powers of the Board of the Organisation: Grants the board authority to oversee the Organisation.
23. Director-General of the Organisation: Describes the role and responsibilities of the Director-General.
24. Establishment of Research Institutes: Provides for the establishment of research institutes under the Organisation.
25. Operations of Research Institutes: Details how the research institutes will operate.
26. Research Institute Advisory Committees: Establishes advisory committees to support the research institutes.
27. Functions of a Research Institute Advisory Committee: Lists the functions of these advisory committees.
28. Appointment of Research Institute Directors: Details the process for appointing directors of research institutes.
29. Collaboration with the National Commission for Science Technology and Innovation: Encourages collaboration with the National Commission to enhance research efforts.
PART IV — THE LIVESTOCK AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS MARKETING BOARD
30. Establishment of the Livestock and Livestock Products Marketing Board: Creates the Marketing Board.
31. Composition of the Marketing Board: Details the board’s structure.
32. Qualifications for Appointment to the Marketing Board: Lists the qualifications required for members of the board.
33. Functions of the Marketing Board: Outlines the board’s responsibilities in promoting and marketing livestock products.
34. Powers of the Marketing Board: Grants the board authority to fulfill its mandate.
35. Chief Executive Officer of the Marketing Board: Describes the role of the CEO.
36. Information Management: Provides for the management of information related to livestock marketing.
PART V — THE KENYA VETERINARY VACCINES INSTITUTE
37. Establishment of the Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Institute: Establishes the Institute.
38. Composition of the Board of the Institute: Details the board’s composition.
39. Qualifications for Appointment to the Board of the Institute: Lists the qualifications required for board members.
40. Chief Executive Officer of the Institute: Describes the role of the CEO.
41. Functions of the Institute: Outlines the Institute’s responsibilities in vaccine development.
42. Powers of the Board of the Institute: Grants the board authority to oversee the Institute.
PART VI — THE KENYA TSETSE AND TRYPANOSOMIASIS ERADICATION COUNCIL
43. Establishment of the Kenya Tsetse and Trypanosomiasis Eradication Council: Establishes the Council.
44. Composition of the Council: Details the Council’s structure.
45. Qualifications for Appointment to the Board of the Council: Lists the qualifications required for board members.
46. Functions of the Council: Outlines the Council’s responsibilities in eradicating tsetse flies and controlling trypanosomiasis.
47. Powers of the Council: Grants the Council authority to fulfill its mandate.
48. Chief Executive Officer of the Council: Describes the role of the CEO.
PART VII — THE KENYA ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE
49. Establishment of the Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre: Establishes the Centre.
50. Composition of the Board of the Centre: Details the board’s composition.
51. Qualifications for Appointment as the Chairperson of the Board of the Centre: Lists the qualifications required for the chairperson of the board.
52. Functions of the Centre: Outlines the Centre’s responsibilities in managing animal genetic resources.
53. Powers of the Board of the Centre: Grants the board authority to oversee the Centre.
54. Chief Executive Officer of the Centre: Describes the role of the CEO.
PART VIII — THE KENYA LEATHER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
55. Establishment of the Kenya Leather Development Authority: Establishes the Authority.
56. Board of the Leather Authority: Details the board’s composition.
57. Qualifications of the Chairperson of the Leather Authority: Lists the qualifications required for the chairperson of the board.
58. Functions of the Leather Authority: Outlines the Authority’s responsibilities in promoting the leather industry.
59. Functions of the Board of the Leather Authority: Specifies the board’s roles.
60. Chief Executive Officer of the Leather Authority: Describes the role of the CEO.
PART IX — LIVESTOCK IDENTIFICATION AND TRACEABILITY
61. Identification of Livestock: Establishes methods for identifying livestock, including ear tags, tattoos, and electronic devices.
62. Traceability of Livestock Products: Ensures that livestock products can be traced back to their origin.
PART X — LIVESTOCK DISEASE CONTROL
63. Disease Control Programs: Details the implementation of programs to control livestock diseases.
64. Quarantine and Movement Control: Establishes regulations on quarantining and movement of livestock during disease outbreaks.
PART XI — LIVESTOCK WELFARE
65. Animal Welfare Standards: Sets standards for the humane treatment and welfare of livestock.
66. Enforcement of Welfare Standards: Details how animal welfare standards will be enforced.
PART XII — BEEKEEPING AND BEE PRODUCTS
67. Beekeeping Regulations: Provides for the regulation of beekeeping.
68. Standards for Bee Products: Establishes quality standards for honey and other bee products.
69. Registration of Beekeepers: Requires beekeepers to register with the relevant authorities.
PART XIII — ANIMAL FEEDSTUFF
70. Standards for Animal Feedstuff: Establishes quality standards for animal feed to ensure the safety and health of livestock.
71. Inspection and Certification: Requires regular inspection and certification of animal feed by the relevant authority.
72. Approval of Animal Feed Manufacturers: Sets the criteria for approving manufacturers of animal feed.
73. Packaging and Labelling: Details the requirements for the packaging and labelling of animal feed to ensure accurate information is provided to consumers.
74. Prohibition on Use of Harmful Substances: Prohibits the use of any harmful substances in the production of animal feed.
75. Recall Procedures: Establishes procedures for the recall of animal feed that is found to be unsafe.
76. Regulation of Animal Feed Imports: Controls the importation of animal feed to ensure it meets the standards set out in the Act.
77. Monitoring of Animal Feed Production: Provides for the monitoring of animal feed production processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
78. Record Keeping: Requires manufacturers to keep detailed records of the production and distribution of animal feed.
79. Animal Feed Safety Audits: Establishes a system for regular safety audits of animal feed production facilities.
80. Penalties for Non-Compliance: Sets penalties for non-compliance with the animal feed regulations.
81. Training and Capacity Building: Provides for the training and capacity building of stakeholders in the animal feed industry.
82. Research and Development: Encourages research and development in animal feed production to improve quality and safety.
83. Public Awareness Campaigns: Promotes public awareness about the importance of safe and quality animal feed.
84. Collaboration with International Bodies: Encourages collaboration with international organizations to enhance the regulation of animal feed.
85. Regulation of Livestock Supplements: Provides for the regulation of livestock supplements to ensure they are safe and effective.
86. Use of Additives in Animal Feed: Regulates the use of additives in animal feed to ensure they are safe and beneficial to livestock.
87. Identification Codes on Animal Feed: Requires the use of identification codes on animal feed to ensure traceability.
88. Registration of Animal Feed Dealers: Mandates the registration of all animal feed dealers with the relevant authority.
89. Prohibition on Sale of Unapproved Feedstuff: Prohibits the sale of animal feed that has not been approved by the Authority.
90. Importation and Exportation of Animal Feed: Regulates the import and export of animal feed to ensure compliance with national standards.
PART XIV — MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
91. Regulations: Grants the relevant Cabinet Secretary the authority to make regulations to carry out the provisions of the Act.
92. Penalties for General Offences: Establishes penalties for offences under the Act that are not specifically covered elsewhere.
93. Transition and Savings Provisions: Details the transition process for the implementation of the Act.
94. Repeal and Amendments: Specifies any laws that are repealed or amended by this Act.
95. Conflict of Laws: Provides guidance on resolving conflicts between this Act and other legislation.
96. Authority to Issue Guidelines: Grants the Authority the power to issue guidelines for the implementation of the Act.
97. Funding and Budgeting: Provides for the funding and budgeting of activities under the Act.
98. General Penalty Clause: States that any person who commits an offence under the Act for which no specific penalty is prescribed shall be liable to a fine not exceeding 500,000 shillings or imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year, or both.
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