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What has Attorney General Justine Muturi said about the finance bill?
Attorney General Justin Muturi has been vocal about the Finance Bill 2024. He has expressed concerns and taken actions regarding specific provisions within the bill. Notably, he has advised the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to halt the collection of the controversial housing levy, which is part of the Finance Bill. Muturi's caution to the KRA came after the bill's contentious nature sparked significant public debate and opposition.
Muturi's stance is that the KRA should not proceed with the collection of the housing levy until the legal and procedural issues surrounding the Finance Bill are fully addressed. This move underscores his commitment to ensuring that tax collection processes adhere to the law and that any new taxes are implemented transparently and fairly.
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