House of Assembly.
lower house of the Bahamas
- Reports this week
- 8
- Active events
- 7
- Connections
- 100
What's happening
Active this week
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Wheatley proposed a tourism tax in the House of Assembly to fund healthcare in the Caribbean.Some support1 report
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Dr Andre Rollins accused the government in the House of Assembly, and the Public Hospitals Authority appealed a ruling against Princess Margaret Hospital.Some support1 report
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Thompson, MP for East Grand Bahama, used the House of Assembly to address local concerns.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Chester Cooper led a debate on corporate reform in the Bahamas parliament, with JoBeth Coleby-Davis offering support.Some support3 reports
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Julian Fraser discussed local businesses and warned about regulatory burdens in Tortola.Some support1 report
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The Trades Union Congress (TUC) urges the House of Assembly to include a minimum wage increase in its agenda, representing labor interests in the Bahamas.Some support1 report
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Politicians in Newfoundland and Labrador are considering grants for the House of Assembly, while former minister Siobhan Coady agreed to speak to CTV News.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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DEA case involving Eric Jonathan Gardiner and the Davis administration speaking in the House of Assembly.Some support3 reports
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Parliamentarians passed an Anti-Terrorism Bill and the Bahamas committed to a UN Security Council Resolution.Some support1 report
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The Free National Movement leader chaired the Public Accounts Committee while operating within the Bahamas.Some support1 report
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The Davis administration faced debate in the House of Assembly regarding its financial responsibilities, including the central bank context.Well supported5 reports
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The Attorney General spoke to the legislature regarding the local tax authority, BRA, in Barbados.Some support1 report
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Bermuda's legislature is active, with Walton Brown tabling a commission and the Senate discussing a report into land losses.Some support1 report
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Clay Sweeting contributed to the budget debate regarding infrastructure and revitalization plans in New Providence.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Zane DeSilva updates MPs in the House of Assembly on island-wide housing issues, noting the initiative requires private sector partnerships.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Department reported program results to the House of Assembly on September 25, 2026.Some support2 reports
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The House of Assembly debated the management and oversight of the National Investment Fund (NIF), which was established by the Davis administration.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Dennis Lister ruled to clear a motion for debate in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Michael Halkitis presented the budget communication to the House of Assembly on May 28, 2026.Well supported6 reports
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Minister Michael Darville contributed to the 2026/2027 budget debate in the House of Assembly, overseeing health matters in the Grand Bahama region.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Michael Darville presented a new bill to the House of Assembly, the legislative body of The Bahamas.Some support2 reports
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An Act is being based on England's 1991 Criminal Justice Act.Some support1 report
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North Star Dementia merged with Dementia Bermuda and partnered on a care program while the House of Assembly discussed dementia care needs.Some support1 report
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A government must seek approval from Parliament, operating within the House of Assembly.Well supported25 reports13 developments inside
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The government is utilizing the procurement process to seek bids for a major infrastructure project, driving economic activity.Some support1 report
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The State Governor presented the budget to the House of Assembly in Katsina State.Some support9 reports
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Owen Darrell launched a debate in the House of Assembly regarding a bill that is scheduled to be sent to the Senate for approval.Some support1 report
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A Minister spoke in the House of Assembly in Bermuda.Some support5 reports
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The Chamber of Commerce opposes cost-control measures passed by the House of Assembly, with the legislation allowing appeals to the Supreme Court.Some support1 report
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Jarion Richardson presented a Bill in the House of Assembly.Some support5 reports
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APC appeals to House of Assembly aspirants and confirms the Director-General of NIHOTOUR as a party official.Some support1 report
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Robert King seeks to amend the Dairy Act in the House of Assembly regarding agricultural matters in Bermuda.Some support1 report
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House debated amendments allowing BVIEC to amend rates.Some support1 report
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Michael Halkitis is defending a transaction against scrutiny from the Free National Movement, which is questioning the government's actions.Some support4 reports
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Premier Wheatley introduced a motion to amend rates, which was approved by the House of Assembly despite opposition from Penn.Some support2 reports
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Leslia Miller-Brice hosted tours of the bicameral government structure, including the Senate and House of Assembly.Some support1 report
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Chester Cooper defends high school expansion in Grand Bahama during a debate in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Cost of Living Act is moving from the House of Assembly to the Senate, facing opposition from One Bermuda Alliance.Some support3 reports
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House of Assembly in Barbados debates a new transparency bill that cites Pablo Escobar to warn against illicit wealth.Some support1 report
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Peter Sanderson queried constitutional changes in Bermuda, noting that the constitution review includes examining the House of Assembly make-up.Some support1 report
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The Legislature of Bermuda approved amendments to human rights legislation.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness presented a bill during the budget debate in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Rick Fox is a first-time senator in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report
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A government resolution initiated the development of a logistics center in Freeport.Some support1 report
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Michael Halkitis accounted for questions in the House of Assembly and served as minister of state for finance.Some support1 report
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Michael Fahy questioned Minister Zane DeSilva on housing procurement in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report
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Budget contribution outlines revitalization plans for Downtown Nassau in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Jason Hayward proposed new enforcement powers for a tribunal in the House of Assembly.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Appellants may appeal to the Supreme Court as Jason Hayward explains the purpose of the new Bill.Some support1 report
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Government introduces reforms via House of Assembly.Well supported7 reports6 developments inside
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Audit findings regarding the Bahamas Public Parks and Beaches Authority must be tabled in the lower house, overseen by Jamahl Strachan.Some support2 reports
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A minister announced new initiatives in the House of Assembly, including pathways for high school diplomas and lessons drawn from the German economic model.Some support2 reports
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Kwasi Thompson criticized the government's budget process while the government sought parliamentary approval for spending.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A minister spoke during the budget debate and quoted the philosophy of Marcus Garvey.Some support1 report
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Davis referenced Cat Island during election while Kirk Cornish defended government work in the House of Assembly.Some support2 reports
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Darron Pickstock was elected to the House of Assembly.Some support1 report
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Michela Barnett-Ellis contributed to the budget debate in the House of Assembly and thanked a former Prime Minister.Some support1 report
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Barbados' House of Assembly passed a new medical products bill and addressed drug abuse concerns.Some support1 report
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An incident involving the House of Assembly has drawn attention to the political body, also involving Beechcraft.Some support1 report
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McKell Bonaby delivered a budget contribution to the lower house on June 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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What's reaching House of Assembly
Events traced to House of Assembly, step by step, newest firstAround House of Assembly this week
News at the entities that move House of Assembly most-
Ministry of Finance StructuralMinistry of Finance clarifies Eurostat indicators while PNL accuses PSD of manipulating budget deficit figures in Romania.Moves House of Assembly
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Bermuda StructuralStudents may attend Bermuda College or study overseas.Moves House of Assembly
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government StructuralThe loss of abattoirs is threatening food security in the UK.Moves House of Assembly
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Free National Movement StructuralGBPA established a free-trade zone on Grand Bahama, while FNM leaders criticized government development plans.Moves House of Assembly
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Barbados StructuralChargé d’Affaires Chen Chen praised the government policies of Barbados.Moves House of Assembly
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All Progressives Congress OperationalThe All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Atiku Abubakar of making baseless claims.Moves House of Assembly
Connections
The 40 strongest of 100, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Bermuda Structural
The House of Assembly functions as the legislative body of Bermuda, responsible for enacting laws and reviewing the constitutional framework.
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Education Authority Structural
The Education Authority is formally answerable to the House of Assembly/Parliament.
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Ministry of Finance Structural
The House of Assembly relies on the Ministry of Finance for the reconciliation of its accounts.
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government Structural
The Government proposes policies and bills, which require debate and final legislative approval by the House of Assembly.
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Osun State Structural
The House of Assembly legislates and enacts state law for Osun State.
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Free National Movement Structural
The Free National Movement operates within the formal legislative structure of the House of Assembly, subject to its scrutiny and utilizing its committees.
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Barbados Structural
The House of Assembly functions as the legislative body of Barbados, creating and debating national laws.
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Kim Wilson Structural
Kim Wilson operates as a member of the House of Assembly, which is the legislative body responsible for approving key policy amendments.
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All Progressives Congress Operational
The political party actively recruits candidates for the House of Assembly, and its members participate in party activities.
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Rivers State Structural
The House of Assembly functions as the legislative body responsible for approving budgets and enacting laws for Rivers State.
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Darron Pickstock Structural
Darron Pickstock was elected as a member of the House of Assembly.
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Vincent Wheatley Structural
Vincent Wheatley serves as Premier and Minister of Finance within the House of Assembly.
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Philip Davis Structural
Philip Davis, as Prime Minister, presents fiscal summaries and budgets for debate and scrutiny by the House of Assembly.
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motion Transactional
The House of Assembly formally approved the company's motion/proposal.
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Speaker Structural
The Speaker's office is functionally dependent on the authority and rules of the House of Assembly, which can compel action including resignation.
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Michael Halkitis Structural
Michael Halkitis performs official duties, such as budget presentations and tabling resolutions, within the House of Assembly.
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Robert King Structural
Robert King holds the position of Independent MP within the House of Assembly.
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Jarion Richardson Structural
Jarion Richardson functions as a legislator who presents and argues legislation within the House of Assembly.
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Clay Sweeting Structural
Clay Sweeting holds a functional role delivering budget contributions within the House of Assembly.
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Michael Darville Structural
Michael Darville actively participates in the legislative process of the House of Assembly by introducing and debating bills and budgets.
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Jacob Mudenda Structural
Jacob Mudenda used his authority to issue orders regarding the scope and continuation of investigations conducted by the House of Assembly.
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Grand Bahama Operational
The House of Assembly actively legislates and allocates budgets to address the policy needs and infrastructure development of Grand Bahama.
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Bahamas Structural
The House of Assembly functions as the legislative body within the political structure of The Bahamas.
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Davis Operational
Davis actively participates in the legislative proceedings of the House of Assembly by addressing questions.
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Zane DeSilva Structural
Zane DeSilva serves as a Member of the House of Assembly, performing duties related to island-wide issues.
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United Nations Human Rights Council Operational
The international body (UNHRC) influences and guides the national legislative actions of the House of Assembly.
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Central Bank of Barbados Structural
The Central Bank of Barbados and the House of Assembly are jointly involved in legislative debates concerning financial regulation, such as the Protection of Depositors Bill.
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Ademola Adeleke Structural
The individual (Governor) utilizes the House of Assembly's institutional framework to establish and convene official committees.
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Michael Carrington Structural
Michael Carrington serves as the Speaker of the House of Assembly.
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Rick Fox Structural
Rick Fox holds the functional role of a senator within the House of Assembly.
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Ministry of Health and Wellness Structural
The Ministry of Health and Wellness introduces bills and policy proposals into the House of Assembly for debate and enactment.
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One Bermuda Alliance Structural
One Bermuda Alliance utilizes the House of Assembly's formal processes to influence legislation and policy.
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Adrian White Structural
Adrian White serves as a Member of Parliament in the House of Assembly.
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Katsina State Structural
The state's executive body presents budgets and legislation to the assembly for review and passage.
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Trades Union Congress Operational
TUC actively urges the House of Assembly to place minimum wage increases on its legislative agenda.
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Diallo Rabain Structural
A, as a minister, performs legislative actions and addresses authority within the House of Assembly.
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JoBeth Coleby-Davis Operational
JoBeth Coleby-Davis actively participates in legislative functions and debates within the House of Assembly.
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senate Transactional
The Cost of Living Act moved from the House of Assembly to the Senate.
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Financial Action Task Force Structural
The House of Assembly addresses and debates standards set by the Financial Action Task Force for anti-financial crime.
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Lagos Structural
The House of Assembly functions as the legislative body serving the state's legislative needs.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
11 events- Wheatley proposed a tourism tax in the House of Assembly to fund healthcare in the Caribbean.
- Dr Andre Rollins accused the government in the House of Assembly, and the Public Hospitals Authority appealed a ruling against Princess Margaret Hospital.
- Thompson, MP for East Grand Bahama, used the House of Assembly to address local concerns.
- Chester Cooper led a debate on corporate reform in the Bahamas parliament, with JoBeth Coleby-Davis offering support.
- Julian Fraser discussed local businesses and warned about regulatory burdens in Tortola.
- The Trades Union Congress (TUC) urges the House of Assembly to include a minimum wage increase in its agenda, representing labor interests in the Bahamas.
- Politicians in Newfoundland and Labrador are considering grants for the House of Assembly, while former minister Siobhan Coady agreed to speak to CTV News.
- Parliamentarians passed an Anti-Terrorism Bill and the Bahamas committed to a UN Security Council Resolution.
- The Free National Movement leader chaired the Public Accounts Committee while operating within the Bahamas.
- The Attorney General spoke to the legislature regarding the local tax authority, BRA, in Barbados.
- Bermuda's legislature is active, with Walton Brown tabling a commission and the Senate discussing a report into land losses.
September 2026
10 events- Zane DeSilva updates MPs in the House of Assembly on island-wide housing issues, noting the initiative requires private sector partnerships.
- Department reported program results to the House of Assembly on September 25, 2026.
- Dennis Lister ruled to clear a motion for debate in the House of Assembly.
- Michael Darville presented a new bill to the House of Assembly, the legislative body of The Bahamas.
- An Act is being based on England's 1991 Criminal Justice Act.
- North Star Dementia merged with Dementia Bermuda and partnered on a care program while the House of Assembly discussed dementia care needs.
- The government is utilizing the procurement process to seek bids for a major infrastructure project, driving economic activity.
- The State Governor presented the budget to the House of Assembly in Katsina State.
- Owen Darrell launched a debate in the House of Assembly regarding a bill that is scheduled to be sent to the Senate for approval.
- The Chamber of Commerce opposes cost-control measures passed by the House of Assembly, with the legislation allowing appeals to the Supreme Court.
August 2026
5 events- APC appeals to House of Assembly aspirants and confirms the Director-General of NIHOTOUR as a party official.
- Robert King seeks to amend the Dairy Act in the House of Assembly regarding agricultural matters in Bermuda.
- House debated amendments allowing BVIEC to amend rates.
- Premier Wheatley introduced a motion to amend rates, which was approved by the House of Assembly despite opposition from Penn.
- Leslia Miller-Brice hosted tours of the bicameral government structure, including the Senate and House of Assembly.
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July 2026
10 events- A Minister spoke in the House of Assembly in Bermuda.
- Jarion Richardson presented a Bill in the House of Assembly.
- The Cost of Living Act is moving from the House of Assembly to the Senate, facing opposition from One Bermuda Alliance.
- House of Assembly in Barbados debates a new transparency bill that cites Pablo Escobar to warn against illicit wealth.
- Peter Sanderson queried constitutional changes in Bermuda, noting that the constitution review includes examining the House of Assembly make-up.
- The Legislature of Bermuda approved amendments to human rights legislation.
- Rick Fox is a first-time senator in the House of Assembly.
- A government resolution initiated the development of a logistics center in Freeport.
- Michael Halkitis accounted for questions in the House of Assembly and served as minister of state for finance.
- Michael Fahy questioned Minister Zane DeSilva on housing procurement in the House of Assembly.
June 2026
24 events- DEA case involving Eric Jonathan Gardiner and the Davis administration speaking in the House of Assembly.
- The Davis administration faced debate in the House of Assembly regarding its financial responsibilities, including the central bank context.
- Clay Sweeting contributed to the budget debate regarding infrastructure and revitalization plans in New Providence.
- The House of Assembly debated the management and oversight of the National Investment Fund (NIF), which was established by the Davis administration.
- Michael Halkitis presented the budget communication to the House of Assembly on May 28, 2026.
- Minister Michael Darville contributed to the 2026/2027 budget debate in the House of Assembly, overseeing health matters in the Grand Bahama region.
- A government must seek approval from Parliament, operating within the House of Assembly.
- Michael Halkitis is defending a transaction against scrutiny from the Free National Movement, which is questioning the government's actions.
- Chester Cooper defends high school expansion in Grand Bahama during a debate in the House of Assembly.
- The Ministry of Health and Wellness presented a bill during the budget debate in the House of Assembly.
- Budget contribution outlines revitalization plans for Downtown Nassau in the House of Assembly.
- Jason Hayward proposed new enforcement powers for a tribunal in the House of Assembly.
- Appellants may appeal to the Supreme Court as Jason Hayward explains the purpose of the new Bill.
- Government introduces reforms via House of Assembly.
- Audit findings regarding the Bahamas Public Parks and Beaches Authority must be tabled in the lower house, overseen by Jamahl Strachan.
- A minister announced new initiatives in the House of Assembly, including pathways for high school diplomas and lessons drawn from the German economic model.
- Kwasi Thompson criticized the government's budget process while the government sought parliamentary approval for spending.
- A minister spoke during the budget debate and quoted the philosophy of Marcus Garvey.
- Davis referenced Cat Island during election while Kirk Cornish defended government work in the House of Assembly.
- Darron Pickstock was elected to the House of Assembly.
- Michela Barnett-Ellis contributed to the budget debate in the House of Assembly and thanked a former Prime Minister.
- Barbados' House of Assembly passed a new medical products bill and addressed drug abuse concerns.
- An incident involving the House of Assembly has drawn attention to the political body, also involving Beechcraft.
- McKell Bonaby delivered a budget contribution to the lower house on June 17, 2026.