The Government Accounts Audit Bill 2026 was passed in the National Parliament of Bangladesh on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury introduced the bill, which was approved by voice vote. The passage came as part of a broader legislative session that also addressed multiple ordinances and amendment bills.

A special parliamentary committee reviewed 133 ordinances issued during the interim period, recommending 98 for passage without changes and 15 with amendments. Four ordinances were rejected, while 16 were proposed to be strengthened and reintroduced as new bills. Other bills passed included the Bangladesh Haor and Wetland Conservation Bill 2026, several amendments to criminal and civil laws, and updates to health-related university acts.

During the session, the Law Minister noted that the amendment to the International Crimes (Tribunals) Act 2026 now includes enforced disappearance within the definition of crimes against humanity, reflecting the government’s stated commitment to justice for such offenses.