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The Finance and National Planning Committee of the National Assembly, led by Molo MP Kuria Kimani, accused the board of straying from its core constitutional mandate and funding projects that are outside its sc...
During the session on Saturday, June 7, 2025, KRA Deputy Commissioner Maurice Oray appeared before the committee chaired by Molo MP Kuria Kimani.
Wattanga defended the agency's position, stating that the proposed clause is intended to improve tax compliance and help meet revenue targets.
Among the contested proposals is one that allows the Kenya Revenue Authority to access personal data and trade secrets automatically.
Finance and Planning Committee Chairperson Kuria Kimani, who is also the Molo MP, said this year’s approach will ensure more Kenyans can be heard without having to attend physical meetings.
"The National Assembly had not received any official Finance Bill containing the controversial tax proposals being discussed in the media and on social platforms," said the Speaker.