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Chapter 6. The Legislature

Article 79. Establishment, composition and functions of Parliament

Functions of Parliament

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

(1)

Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, Parliament shall have power to make laws on any matter for the peace, order, development and good governance of Uganda.

(2)

Except as provided in this Constitution, no person or body other than Parliament shall have power to make provisions having the force of law in Uganda except under authority conferred by an Act of Parliament.

(3)

Parliament shall protect this Constitution and promote the democratic governance of Uganda.