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Parliament Convenes: HoR and National Assembly Discuss Budget Priorities

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Both the House of Representatives (HoR) and the National Assembly convened today to discuss the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill for the upcoming fiscal year, excluding tax proposals. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle had previously presented the budget's principles and priorities, and is expected to respond to lawmakers' queries.

  • The House of Representatives meeting began at 11:00 AM, while the National Assembly convened at 1:15 PM.
  • Discussions on the Appropriation Bill's principles and priorities, excluding tax proposals, commenced on Monday and continued.
  • The Finance Minister is scheduled to address lawmakers' questions following the conclusion of the budget discussions.
  • In addition to budget discussions, the HoR agenda included presenting proposals for the 'House of Representatives Member Election (First Amendment) Bill, 2083' and the 'Voter List (First Amendment) Bill, 2083'.

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