Senate invites public views on Bill to improve quality and safety of healthcare
The Kenyan Senate has invited public feedback on the proposed Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill, 2025. The legislation aims to establish a regulatory authority to oversee healthcare standards, patient rights, and dispute resolution.
Why it matters
This bill represents a significant legislative effort to formalize healthcare accountability and institutional oversight in Kenya.
The Senate has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit written memoranda on the proposed Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill, 2025
The Bill aims to strengthen the regulation, quality and safety of healthcare services across the country.
The Bill, which was read for the First Time in the Senate on July 15, has since been committed to the Standing Committee on Health for consideration before being debated by the House.
In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the committee said it is conducting public participation in line with Article 118 of the Constitution and Senate Standing Orders, which require Parliament to facilitate public involvement in the legislative process.
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