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Liberia’s new legislative session opens with a $1.2 billion budget focused on development and accountability.
Liberia’s 55th National Legislature convened its third session on January 12, 2026, as required by the constitution, launching a new legislative year with a focus on fiscal responsibility, transparency, and governance.
The session follows the President’s State of the Nation Address and includes the opening of the 2026 national budget, the largest in postwar history at US$1.2 billion, aimed at advancing health, education, infrastructure, and security.
Lawmakers face public pressure to prioritize national development over personal gain, following past controversies.
Senate Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence outlined key priorities, while Senator Amara M. Konneh highlighted ongoing oversight efforts, including audit reforms, budget execution challenges, and calls for accountability in public spending and procurement.
La nueva sesión legislativa de Liberia se abre con un presupuesto de 1.2 mil millones de dólares centrado en el desarrollo y la rendición de cuentas.