Clause-by-Clause Summary Breakdown of the Livestock Bill, 2024

This Bill was withdrawn from consideration in the National Assembly by Kimani Ichung’wa, Leader of Majority, to allow for citizen sensitisation by Ministry of Livestock and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.