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Chapter 6. The Legislature

Article 77. Establishment, composition and functions of Parliament

Parliament of Uganda

This is the official English text as consolidated on 31 December 2023. The English text is the law.

(1)

There shall be a Parliament of Uganda.

(2)

The composition and functions of Parliament shall be as prescribed by this Constitution.

(3)

Subject to this Constitution, the term of Parliament shall be five years from the date of its first sitting after a general election.

(4)

Where there exists a state of war or a state of emergency which would prevent a normal general election from being held, Parliament may, by resolution supported by not less than two-thirds of all members of Parliament, extend the life of Parliament for a period not exceeding six months at a time.