The Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament with a majority of 96 votes today.
The aforementioned Bill was passed in Parliament with amendments.
The second reading debate of the Bill was held from 11.30 am to 5.00 pm today, after which a vote was taken and the Bill received 121 votes in favour and 25 votes against.
Subsequently, during the Committee Stage, several amendments were incorporated into the Bill. However, no vote was taken for the third reading.
Accordingly, the second reading of the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament with a majority of 96 votes.
The Bill proposes to revise and refine the electricity sector reforms introduced in 2024, aims to balance privatization with public ownership, especially in generation and distribution, and seeks to enhance transparency, efficiency, and alignment with national energy policies. (Islandnews)
