Explainer: What happens when the president withdraws a Bill?

President William Ruto during the 59th Jamhuri Day celebrations at Nyayo National Stadium on December 12, 2022. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard]

President William Ruto bowed to public pressure on Wednesday, June 26, and declined to sign the Finance Bill 2024into law.

Ruto agreed to withdraw the controversial Bill after reaching a unanimous agreement with lawmakers at the State House, Nairobi. His decision has since sparked a debate on whether the president has the authority to withdraw a bill.