President Joseph N. Boakai has submitted two proposed bills to the National Legislature aimed at strengthening accountability, advancing the cause of justice, and reinforcing the rule of law in Liberia.
The two proposed bills are an Act to establish a War and Economic Crimes Court and an Act adopting a New Title 17(a) of the Liberian Code of Laws Revised, establishing a National Anti-Corruption Court.

The President forwarded the proposed bills this week to the Leadership of the National Legislature, including House Speaker Richard Koon, Senate Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence, for deliberation and enactment.
The President, in his communication to the National Legislature, emphasized that the two bills are grounded in Liberia's historical experience, constitutional framework, and international legal obligations. 
The bills seek to address long-standing Governance and Justice challenges arising from Liberia's past conflicts and systemic corruption concerns.

The proposed War and Economic Crimes Court is intended to deal with recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions (TRC) and commitments made under the Accra Peace Agreement.
The bill provides a specialized judicial mechanism to adjudicate allegations of war crimes, crimes against humanity, gross human rights violations and economic crimes committed during Liberia's periods of instability.

The proposed National Anti-Corruption Court seeks to enhance Liberia's judicial capacity to effectively address corruption-related offenses, which continue to undermine public trust, national economic development and service delivery.
The Liberian Leader said the Legislation highlights the limitations of existing judicial structures in handling complex corruption cases and that the proposed National Anti-Corruption Court would be more effective in prosecution and deterrence.
President Boakai said the bills would strengthen the rule of law and accountability, as well as enhance public confidence in governance, and address historical injustices and economic crimes.

The President said bills would also improve transparency in public administration and as well align Liberia with the international Justice system and Anti-Corruption standards.
The Liberian Leader  urged the leadership and members of the National Legislature to give  the two bills urgent and careful consideration in the Supreme interest of the nation. 
President Boakai assured his full commitment to working with the National Legislature, the Judiciary and all major stakeholders to ensure that Liberia continues to  build a society anchored in Justice, Accountability and Peace.