KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 20 — The Second Meeting of the Fifth Term of the 15th Parliament, which begins this Monday, will focus on the tabling of several major bills, including the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 to limit the Prime Minister’s term of office to 10 years, which will be re-tabled.
The conference, which will last until July 16, is also scheduled to re-table the Constitution (Amendment) Bill (No. 2) 2026 which aims to separate the roles of the Attorney General and the Public Prosecutor.
Both bills were previously tabled at the First Meeting of the Fifth Term of the 15th Parliament.
However, the bill relating to the Prime Minister’s term limits did not obtain the support of two-thirds of the Dewan Rakyat members, while the bill on the role of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor has been referred to the Dewan Rakyat Special Select Committee, to provide space for all relevant parties to refine and examine it.
Also of interest is the Cyber Crime Bill 2026, in addition to the Road Transport Act (Amendment) Bill 1987 which is scheduled to be tabled on the first day of the session and will be debated the following day.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the proposed amendments, which include 11 scopes of amendments and 42 clauses, focus on action against illegal racing activities which are still a serious threat to the safety of road users.
“The amendment also includes stricter measures to combat tonto activities and strengthen enforcement aspects in an effort to improve road safety and ensure more effective compliance with the law,” he said recently.
Apart from that, the 16-day conference is also expected to focus on discussions on various issues, particularly the impact of the global energy supply crisis on Malaysia following the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has affected the international energy supply chain.
Meanwhile, the Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat, Tan Sri Johari Abdul, reminded all Members of Parliament to carry out their responsibilities as representatives of the people and carry out the functions of the Dewan Rakyat through orderly, mature debates based on the Standing Orders, despite the current dynamic political situation.
He said that both government and opposition MPs must carry out their respective roles, focus on issues of interest to the people and the country, as well as ensure a high quality of debate to strengthen quality democracy and help produce better policies.
“The House of Representatives is the country’s highest legislative institution…every debate should be based on facts, data and constructive proposals, rather than being influenced by sentiment or polemics that do not bring solutions.”
“The people expect the representatives they elect to discuss issues of cost of living, education, health, economy, job opportunities and community well-being seriously and responsibly,” he told Bernama.
Commenting on the Johor State Election (PRN) which was held simultaneously with the Dewan Rakyat sitting, Johari also reminded all Members of Parliament to give a high commitment to attending Parliament, in addition to not abusing the sitting session for politics.
He said that although Members of Parliament have various political commitments outside the Dewan Rakyat, their presence and participation in sittings is a major responsibility that cannot be ignored.
“I believe every Member of Parliament understands the responsibility and trust given by the people. The Dewan Rakyat is a place to discuss policies, laws and issues of national interest.”
“Therefore, I hope that all Honorable Members can give due commitment to the proceedings of the session and take advantage of this session to express their views responsibly and comply with the Rules of Procedure,” he said.
In addition to the Dewan Rakyat session, the Dewan Negara will also begin a 10-day session from July 20 to August 4.
— BERNAMA
