Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has welcomed Parliament’s passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, describing the moment as a major milestone after years of advocacy and legislative work.
The outspoken lawmaker said he feels a sense of relief following the approval of the bill, which has been one of the most discussed and debated pieces of legislation in Ghana over the past few years.
Speaking after Parliament’s decision, Sam George praised the leadership of the House and acknowledged the role played by lawmakers who supported the bill throughout its journey.
Sam George Praises Parliamentary Leadership
According to the legislator, the bill’s progress would not have been possible without the commitment and leadership shown by key figures within Parliament.
He particularly commended Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, for what he described as steadfast support throughout the legislative process.
Sam George noted that since the bill was first introduced, Parliament’s leadership had remained instrumental in ensuring it successfully navigated the various stages required for approval.
He also expressed appreciation to members of the parliamentary committee and colleagues who stood behind the initiative despite intense public debate surrounding the legislation.
A Long Legislative Journey
The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has attracted significant attention both locally and internationally since it was first proposed.
The legislation seeks to regulate issues relating to LGBTQ+ advocacy, activities, and what supporters describe as the protection of traditional family values in Ghana.
Its passage follows years of discussions, consultations, legal debates, and public reactions from various stakeholders across the country.
For supporters of the bill, Parliament’s approval represents a significant step toward enshrining those values into law.
Attention Now Turns to President Mahama
With Parliament having completed its role, the next stage of the process lies with President John Dramani Mahama.
Sam George addressed concerns from some supporters who had questioned whether he would continue pushing for the bill after joining the current administration.
According to him, there was previously no legislation before the President for consideration, making earlier criticisms misplaced.
Now that Parliament has passed the bill, he believes attention should shift toward the constitutional process that will see the legislation formally transmitted to the Presidency.
The MP expressed optimism that the necessary parliamentary procedures will be completed soon, paving the way for the President to review the bill and make a final decision.
Nation Awaits Next Move
The bill’s passage marks another important chapter in one of Ghana’s most closely watched legislative debates.
While supporters have welcomed Parliament’s decision, critics continue to raise concerns about its implications, ensuring that discussions around the legislation are unlikely to end anytime soon.
For now, all eyes are on the Presidency as Ghanaians await the next constitutional step and President Mahama’s decision on whether the bill will become law.
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