Contribution
House of Assembly Contribution
Watch Hon. Frazette Gibson's recent contribution on the floor of the House of Assembly.
Parliament
Work in the House of Assembly
Representing the voice of Central Grand Bahama on the floor of Parliament.
Overview
Parliamentary Activity
A window into the legislative work carried out on behalf of the constituency.
Contributions & Debates
Speeches and interventions on issues affecting Central Grand Bahama and the nation.
Bills & Legislation
Tracking of bills supported, sponsored, or debated in the House.
Sitting Schedule
Upcoming and recent sittings of the House of Assembly.
Committee Work
Participation in select and standing committees of Parliament.
Parliament
Recent Contributions
Video clips and highlights from recent contributions on the floor of the House of Assembly.
Legislation
Bills Just Passed
Recently enacted legislation — effective July 1, 2026.
Effective July 1, 2026
Water Skiing and Motor Boat Control (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Water Skiing and Motor Boat Control Act to strengthen safety, licensing, and operational standards for watercraft in Bahamian waters.
Effective July 1, 2026
Customs Management (Amendments) (No. 3) Regulations, 2026
Updates the Customs Management Regulations with revised duties, procedures, and administrative requirements affecting importers, brokers, and travellers.
Effective July 1, 2026
Real Property Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Real Property Tax Act, updating rates, exemptions, and assessment provisions affecting homeowners and property investors across The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Road Traffic Act with updated rules, penalties, and licensing provisions aimed at improving road safety and modernising traffic management.
Effective July 1, 2026
Statute of Frauds (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Modernises the Statute of Frauds, clarifying which agreements must be evidenced in writing and updating provisions for contemporary commercial and property transactions.
Effective July 1, 2026
Tariff (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Tariff Act with revised duty rates and classifications on imported goods, affecting consumers, businesses, and cross-border trade.
Effective July 1, 2026
Tax Appeal Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Tax Appeal Commission Act, refining the Commission's powers, procedures, and processes for hearing and resolving tax-related disputes.
Effective July 1, 2026
Merchant Shipping (Ship-to-Ship Transfer) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Amends the regulations governing ship-to-ship transfers in Bahamian waters, updating safety, environmental, and operational requirements for maritime operators.
Effective July 1, 2026
Environmental Health Services (Collection and Disposal of Waste) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Updates the rules for waste collection and disposal, strengthening standards for sanitation, public health, and environmental protection across the country.
Effective July 1, 2026
Environmental Health Services (Fixed Penalty) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Amends the fixed penalty regime under the Environmental Health Services Act, updating fines and enforcement provisions for public health and sanitation offences.
Effective July 1, 2026
Immigration (Fees) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Amends the Immigration (Fees) Regulations, revising fees for permits, visas, and related immigration services in The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Port Authorities Act (Seabed Lease Rates and Environmental Levy Fee) Order, 2026
Sets updated seabed lease rates and an environmental levy fee under the Port Authorities Act, affecting marine developments and users of Bahamian seabed areas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Public Finance Management (Change of Fiscal Objectives) (Amendment of First Schedule) Order, 2026
Amends the First Schedule of the Public Finance Management Act to revise the Government's fiscal objectives and targets guiding national budgeting and spending.
Effective July 1, 2026
Road Traffic (Fixed Penalty) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Amends the fixed penalty schedule under the Road Traffic Act, updating fines for common traffic offences and strengthening on-the-spot enforcement.
Effective July 1, 2026
Road Traffic (Identification Plates) (Fees) Order, 2026
Sets updated fees for the issuance and replacement of vehicle identification plates under the Road Traffic Act.
Effective July 1, 2026
Motor Vehicle and Speed Limit (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Amends motor vehicle and speed limit regulations, updating rules and thresholds to improve road safety across The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Environmental Impact Assessment (Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Strengthens the environmental impact assessment framework, updating requirements for development projects to protect The Bahamas' natural resources.
Effective July 1, 2026
Appropriation (Revenue Account Expenses) (2026/2027) Bill, 2026
Authorises government expenditure from the Revenue Account for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, funding ministries, agencies, and national programmes.
Effective July 1, 2026
Boat Registration (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Updates the Boat Registration Act, modernising registration requirements, fees, and enforcement to strengthen maritime safety and record-keeping.
Effective July 1, 2026
Bahamas Nationality (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Bahamas Nationality Act, updating provisions relating to citizenship, eligibility, and related administrative processes.
Effective July 1, 2026
Business Licence (Amendment) Bill, 2026
A Bill for an Act to amend the Business Licence Act, 2023. Enacted by the Parliament of The Bahamas, it may be cited as the Business Licence (Amendment) Act, 2026, updating licensing requirements, fees, and compliance rules for businesses operating in The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Commercial Recreational Watercraft (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Updates regulation of commercial recreational watercraft, strengthening safety, licensing, and operational standards for tour and rental operators.
Effective July 1, 2026
Conveyancing and Law of Property (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act, modernising rules governing the transfer, ownership, and dealings in real property.
Effective July 1, 2026
Customs Management (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Customs Management Act, updating provisions related to duties, enforcement, and administration at Bahamian ports of entry.
Effective July 1, 2026
Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax Act, refining rules that ensure large multinational enterprises pay a minimum effective tax rate in The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Environmental Health Services (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Environmental Health Services Act, strengthening standards and enforcement to safeguard public health and sanitation across The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Family Islands Development Encouragement (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Family Islands Development Encouragement Act, updating incentives designed to spur investment and economic growth throughout the Family Islands.
Effective July 1, 2026
Immigration (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Immigration Act, updating provisions related to permits, enforcement, and administration of immigration in The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
International Persons Landholding (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the International Persons Landholding Act, updating rules governing the acquisition and holding of Bahamian real property by non-Bahamians.
Effective July 1, 2026
Port Authorities (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Port Authorities Act, updating governance, fees, and operational rules relating to Bahamian ports and harbours.
Effective July 1, 2026
Property (Execution of Deeds and Documents) (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Property (Execution of Deeds and Documents) Act, modernising how deeds and property-related documents are executed and witnessed.
Effective July 1, 2026
Public Debt Management (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Amends the Public Debt Management Act, refining the framework for managing, reporting, and overseeing the national debt of The Bahamas.
Effective July 1, 2026
Usufruct Interest Bill, 2026
A Bill for an Act to facilitate the creation, use, and management of usufructs in The Bahamas and for purposes connected therewith.
Effective July 1, 2026
Planning and Subdivision Bill, 2026
A Bill for an Act to revise the law relating to planning and subdivision, to validate certain conveyances, and to repeal and replace the Planning and Subdivision Act, 2010.
Effective July 1, 2026
Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026
A Bill for an Act to amend the Value Added Tax Act to exempt qualifying unprepared food items and certain imported goods from Value Added Tax, and for connected purposes.
Effective July 1, 2026
Value Added Tax (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill, 2026
Further amends the Value Added Tax Act, updating rates, exemptions, and administrative provisions governing VAT in The Bahamas.