The Speaker of the Parliament, Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana, made a formal announcement in the House regarding the endorsement of certificates for four crucial Bills.
The Bills in question include the Powers of Attorney (Amendment) Bill, Prevention of Frauds (Amendment) Bill, the Mediation Board (Amendment) Bill, and the Office for National Unity and Reconciliation Bill. These legislative proposals, having recently gained approval in Parliament, received the Speaker's certification on Tuesday, January 23.
With this endorsement, the Bills are set to take effect as Acts, ushering in new laws that will impact various aspects of governance. The specific enactments are as follows:
The Office for National Unity and Reconciliation Act No. 1 of 2024
The Mediation Board (Amendment) Act No. 2 of 2024
Powers of Attorney (Amendment) Act No. 3 of 2024
Prevention of Frauds (Amendment) Act No. 4 of 2024
The certification by the Speaker marks the formal approval and readiness for implementation of these legislative measures, signifying a step forward in shaping the legal landscape of the nation. The announced Acts are poised to bring about changes and improvements in various spheres, in line with the objectives outlined in the respective Bills.
