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Check out the 12 bills passed by Parliament at its second meeting

Ghana Cocoa Board Bill, 2026 Passed: 31 July 2026 The bill reforms the legal framework governing the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), with the objective of strengthening governance, improving operational efficiency, enhancing financial management and supporting the long-term sustainability of Ghana's cocoa sector.
Tribunals Bill, 2026 Passed: 30 July 2026 The bill reforms the administration and operation of tribunals in Ghana by providing a modern legal framework governing their establishment, jurisdiction, composition and procedures, with the aim of improving access to justice and the efficiency of dispute resolution.
Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 Passed: 29 July 2026 The amendment revises aspects of Ghana's VAT regime to improve tax administration, enhance compliance and implement government tax policy reforms announced in the 2026 Budget.
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