Presentation of Papers
(i) Recommendation to H.E. the President on the Apportionment Between the Provinces of Funds to be allocated from the Annual Budget 2012, by the Finance Commission. (In terms of the Article 154R(4) of the Constitution)
(ii) Report of the Board of Directors of the Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau for the year ended 31st December 2008
Annual Reports of the;
(iii) Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital for the year 2010
(iv) National Institute of Business Management for the year 2010
(v) Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority for the year 2010
(vi) Board of Investment of Sri Lanka for the year 2010
(vii) Samurdhi Authority of Sri Lanka for the year 2010
(viii) Southern Development Authority of Sri Lanka for the year 2010
(ix) Udarata Development Authority of Sri Lanka for the year 2010
(x) Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority for the year 2010
(xi) Tourism Development Fund for the year 2010
(xii) Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau for the year 2010
(xiii) Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management for the year 2010
(xiv) Sri Lanka Convention Bureau for the year 2010
(xv) Administration Report of the Ministry of Culture and the Arts for the year 2011
Presentation of Bills
Divineguma
The Hon. Minister of Economic Development moved a Bill to provide for the establishment of a Department to be called and known as the Department of Divineguma Development by amalgamating the Samurdhi Authority of Sri Lanka established by Act, No. 30 of 1995, Southern Development Authority of Sri Lanka established by Act, No.18 of 1996, the Udarata Development Authority of Sri Lanka established by Act, No. 26 of 2005; to establish Divineguma Community based organizations at rural level and to provide for a co-ordinating network at the district level and national level; to establish Divineguma Community based banks and Divineguma Community based Banking Societies; to repeal Samurdhi Authority of Sri Lanka Act, No. 30 of 1995, Southern Development Authority of Sri Lanka Act, No. 18 of 1996, and Udarata Development Authority of Sri Lanka Act, No. 26 of 2005 and to provide for matters connected there with or incidental thereto.
Main Business of the House for Today
The following Motions (appearing as Item No. 1 to 4 of today’s Order Paper) were moved by the House and Passed:-
Developing a strong Sri Lankan identity
That this Parliament resolves that the requirement to state one’s race and religion in government documents is an impediment and an inhibition to develop a strong national identity be dispensed with.
Taking action for the protection, promotion and proper utilization of the historical and archeological heritages of the Galle Fort and its surroundings
That this Parliament resolves that action be taken to protect and promote historical and archaeological heritages of the Galle rampart, inside the Galle Fort and in the surroundings of the Galle Fort which is an important centre of the tourism industry, has a historical and archaeological value and is considered as a world heritage site and to make the best use of this world heritage for the country by implementing a systematic plan with the participation of the community and the public sector institutions connected with it.
Formulating a proper methodology for granting Justice of the Peace appointments
That this Parliament resolves that a proper methodology for granting Justice of the Peace appointments be prepared as the dignity and recognition bestowed upon this office deteriorate as a result of granting Justice of the Peace appointments that are recognized by society and provide an immense service to society without accepted criteria.
Encouraging the cultivation of Palmyrah
That this Parliament resolves that steps be taken to encourage the cultivation of Palmyrah known as "Katpagatharu" which is very useful for the public and to promote productions related to Palmyrah.
Motion at the Adjournment Time
Motion at the Adjournment Time on “Implementation of 'Mathata Thitha' program” was moved by the Hon. Victor Antony.
The Parliament was, thereafter adjourned at 1840 Hrs. until 1300 Hrs. on Tuesday 21st August 2012.
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