Politics
Ichung’wah was elected MP for Kikuyu Constituency in 2013,2017 and 2022. [3]
Ichung’wah began his political career in 2013 when he was elected to the 11th Parliament as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Kikuyu Constituency under the National Alliance (TNA) Party ticket. [4] His entry into politics was marked by a strong connection with his constituents. He made history in the 2017 general elections by becoming the first MP to be elected unopposed under Kenya's 2010 Constitution. [5]
During his first term,Ichung’wah served as the vice-chairman of the Public Investments Committee,and was a member of the Committee on Parliamentary Powers and Privileges,as well as the Departmental Committee on Agriculture,Livestock,and Co-operatives. He also represented Kenya in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP),gaining valuable foreign policy experience.
In the 12th Parliament,Ichung’wah chaired the Budget and Appropriations Committee until 2019,where he was lauded for his leadership and contributions to Kenya's budget-making process. [6] He also served on the Committee on Appointments and the Committee on Members Services and Facilities. His legislative work includes sponsoring significant bills such as the Alcoholic Drinks Control (Amendment) Bill,2014,and the National Disaster Management Authority Bill,20192.
In 2022,Ichung’wah was re-elected for a third term and was appointed as the Leader of the Majority Party in the 13th Parliament.
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