The Assembly is the legislative Arm of the Kirinyaga County Government and draws its mandate from the provisions of Article 185 of the Constitution of Kenya.

The County Assembly of Kirinyaga consists of 34 Members; 20 elected Ward Representatives, 13 nominated MCAs and the Speaker as an ex-officio member.

The three key roles of the legislature are representation, oversight and legislation, while the executive arm of the County Government implements the laws passed by the Assembly; including projects outlined in the county budget.

MISSION STATEMENT
To promote principles of good governance in Kirinyaga County, through constructive legislative agenda, in consultation with all stakeholders, and use of appropriate technology to scrutinize policy implementation to improve service delivery.

VISION STATEMENT
A model of an independent, development and peoples oriented County Assembly.