The speaker stated that public participation remained a critical component of democratic lawmaking.
Mr Agada thereafter recommended that the bill be considered clause by clause for passage.
The speaker, Alfred Emberga, said the suspension of the two former leaders would serve as a deterrent to others.
According to the speaker, the contractor had earlier assured the House that the project would be completed in June but failed to meet the deadline.
He said the flood submerged homes and farmlands, destroying key bridges linking rural settlements.
He said more industries would encourage mass production of agricultural produce by farmers.
The speaker said that the governor should immediately issue official vehicles to the affected members.
Mr Dugeri said that the chairman always disrespected the house whenever she was summoned.
Speaker Hyacinth Dajoh said the seven had fulfilled all conditions and would rejoin proceedings in the next sitting.
The local government chairmen were also accused of other criminal activities.
