25 LC 112 3399 House Resolution 637 By: Representatives Scott of the 76 th , Schofield of the 63 rd , and Davis of the 87 th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Mr. Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria on his outstanding public service; 1 and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Mr. Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria has significantly impacted Kenya's energy sector3 as the Director General of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) since4 December 14, 2020; and 5 WHEREAS, in his current role as Director General of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory6 Authority (EPRA), Mr. Bargoria regulates Kenya's electricity and petroleum sectors,7 ensuring efficient and sustainable operations across the entire value chain; and8 WHEREAS, Mr. Bargoria's leadership is marked by several notable achievements, including9 as chairman of the Government's First Oil Committee, where he oversaw the delivery of10 Kenya's first oil, a historic milestone positioning Kenya as a new player in the global oil11 market; and12 WHEREAS, Mr. Bargoria's contributions to Kenya's energy legislation are significant, as he13 was instrumental in drafting the Kenyan Energy Act (2019) and Petroleum Act (2019), which14 H. R. 637 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3399 has been essential for governing the sector, promoting sustainable development, and 15 attracting investment; and16 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this17 remarkable and distinguished individual be appropriately recognized.18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that19 the members of this body recognize and commend Mr. Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria for his20 efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to Kenya and extend the most21 sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.22 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized23 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Mr.24 Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria.25 H. R. 637 - 2 -