Bills & recorded votes
Most bills in the Dewan Rakyat pass by voice vote, so no individual record exists. Only formal divisions — typically constitutional amendments and contested motions — produce a named roll-call of how each MP voted.
All bills (176)
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERBEKALAN 2025
Bacaan Kali Yang Kedua · 22 Oct 2024
The Supply Bill 2025 was read for the second time in the Dewan Rakyat. The debate focused on the 2025 budget, including development expenditure allocations from the Development Fund, tax proposals such as dividend income tax and targeted RON95 subsidy, minimum wage increases, windfall tax on crude palm oil, and foreign worker EPF contributions. No formal division was recorded; the bill proceeded by voice agreement.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERBEKALAN 2025
Bacaan Kali Yang Kedua · 21 Oct 2024
The Second Reading of the Supply Bill 2025 was debated in the Dewan Rakyat, focusing on the government's proposed expenditure of RM88 billion from the Development Fund for 2025 and the tabling of the Federal Government Expenditure Estimates 2025. The debate included discussions on national debt, economic recovery post-COVID-19, and allocations for operating and development expenditure, with no formal division recorded, indicating the bill was agreed to by voice.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERBEKALAN 2025
Bacaan Kali Yang Kedua · 18 Oct 2024
The Finance Minister presented the Third MADANI Budget 2025, proposing the allocation of funds from the Consolidated Fund for services in 2025. The bill was read for the second time and agreed to by voice, with no formal division recorded. The budget emphasizes economic reform, inclusive growth, poverty reduction, and good governance, supported by allocations for infrastructure, education, health, and rural development.
- Passed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERLEMBAGAAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Oct 2024
The Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2024 was debated at the Second and Third Reading stages in the Dewan Rakyat. Multiple MPs, including Tanjong Piai and Mersing, spoke in support of the bill, which aims to amend citizenship laws, including reducing the age of citizenship application from 21 to 18, introducing oath-taking requirements for those acquiring citizenship by operation of law, and adding Bahasa Melayu proficiency as a requirement. No formal division was recorded; the bill was agreed to by voice.
209 Yes1 No0 Abstain - Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERLEMBAGAAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Oct 2024
The Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend Article 19 of the Federal Constitution to allow Malaysian women who give birth overseas to automatically confer citizenship on their children, on par with Malaysian men. During the Second and Third Reading debate, Ministers and MPs highlighted the bill's importance in addressing statelessness among children born abroad to Malaysian mothers, citing widespread public support and long-standing advocacy by NGOs and political coalitions. The bill was agreed to by voice vote, with no formal division recorded.
- Agreed
Majlis Perundingan Gaji Negara (Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Yang Pertama · 15 Oct 2024
The Majlis Perundingan Gaji Negara (Pindaan) 2024 bill was introduced for its first reading in the Dewan Rakyat. The bill seeks to amend the National Salaries Consultation Council Act 2011. No formal division occurred; the bill proceeded by voice agreement to be read a second time later in the same sitting.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PENCEGAHAN DAN PENGAWALAN PENYAKIT BERJANGKIT (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Yang Kedua dan Ketiga · 14 Oct 2024
The bill seeks to amend Act 342 (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988) to enhance measures for preventing and controlling infectious diseases, including new provisions on isolation, surveillance technology, and director-general powers. During the Second and Third Reading debate, MPs discussed concerns over the use of force, surveillance clarity, and socio-economic impacts of compound fines, but no formal division was called and the bill was agreed to by voice.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PENAGIH DADAH (RAWATAN DAN PEMULIHAN) (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 18 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to amend the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act to shift drug addiction from criminal punishment to treatment and rehabilitation, while retaining criminal elements for drug possession and trafficking. During the Second and Third Reading debates, the Minister highlighted consultations with special select committees on Health and Security, which supported the bill’s principles and urged improvements to implementation procedures. No formal division was recorded; the bill proceeded by voice agreement (bersetuju).
- Agreed
Rang Undang-undang Pencegahan dan Pengawalan Penyakit Berjangkit (Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 18 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to amend the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342) to address gaps identified during the COVID-19 pandemic, including provisions for isolation and quarantine outside hospitals, digital surveillance tools, and enhanced enforcement powers. It aims to strengthen disease prevention and control for both existing and emerging infectious diseases, aligning with WHO targets such as ending AIDS and TB by 2030. The bill was read a second and third time and passed by voice vote (AGREED) without a formal division.
- Agreed
Rang Undang-undang Zon Bebas (Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Bill seeks to amend the Free Zone Act 1990 to align with amendments to the Customs Act 1967, including removing Pulau 1 from the definition of 'principal customs area' and inserting a new definition for 'Pulau 1'. During the Second and Third Reading debate, MPs supported the Bill, highlighting its potential to boost Johor's economy through duty-free initiatives in Forest City, promote tourism, and enhance regional economic integration, with no formal division recorded.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERUBATAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Medical (Amendment) Bill 2024 was debated during its Second and Third Readings in the Dewan Rakyat. The bill aims to address the shortage of specialist doctors in Malaysia by amending the Medical Act 1971, particularly concerning the recognition and training of specialists through mechanisms like the parallel pathway. No formal division was recorded; the bill was agreed to by voice vote following contributions from MPs highlighting concerns about specialist retention, training quality, and healthcare access.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG KASTAM (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Customs (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Customs Act 1967 to designate Pulau 1 Forest City in Johor as a special customs area with tax incentives to promote economic development. The bill was debated by several MPs who discussed its potential benefits, such as boosting investment and property demand, and concerns, including freehold land ownership for foreigners and lack of compensation for affected local communities. No formal division was recorded, and the bill proceeded by voice agreement.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG LEMBAGA PELABUHAN BINTULU (PEMBUBARAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to repeal the Bintulu Port Authority Act 1981 (Act 243) and dissolve the Bintulu Port Authority, transferring its functions, assets, and liabilities to the Federal Government or the Sarawak State Government as agreed. The bill was debated and agreed upon at the Second and Third Readings in the Dewan Rakyat on 17 July 2024, following prior approval by the Cabinet on 22 March 2024 and consultation with Sarawak state authorities. No formal division (pembahagian) was recorded, so the outcome is taken as AGREED by voice vote.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG EKSAIS (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Excise (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Excise Act 1976 to exclude Pulau Satu, Forest City from the principal customs area and establish special provisions for the island, aligning with amendments in the Customs Act 1967. During the Second and Third Reading debate, MPs supported the bill for its potential to boost economic development, attract foreign investment, and enhance competitiveness of Pulau Satu, Forest City through excise tax exemptions, while raising questions on regulatory safeguards for retail sales and enforcement. The bill was agreed to by voice vote after being moved and seconded, with no formal division recorded.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PENGISYTIHARAN SUATU KAWASAN DALAM DAERAH BINTULU MENJADI SUATU PORT PERSEKUTUAN (PEMANSUHAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to repeal the 1979 Act that declared Bintulu a Federal Port, thereby transferring its status from a federal to a state port under Sarawak. During the Second Reading, multiple MPs voiced support, emphasizing the bill's alignment with the Malaysia Agreement 1963 and the restoration of Sarawak's rights over its ports. No formal division was recorded; the bill proceeded by voice agreement.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG CUKAI PERKHIDMATAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Service Tax (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Service Tax Act 2018 to include 'Pulau 1' in the definition of designated area, aligning with amendments to the Customs Act 1967. The bill was read a second time, debated, and agreed to without division, then proceeded to third reading and was passed.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG CUKAI JUALAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 17 Jul 2024
The Sales Tax (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to amend the Sales Tax Act 2018 to align with amendments to the Customs Act 1967, particularly by designating Pulau 1 as a designated area where sales tax applies only to goods declared by the Minister. The bill was debated with one member raising questions about tax implications, scope, and consistency with free zone policies, but was ultimately agreed to and passed through both second and third readings without a formal division.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERLINDUNGAN DATA PERIBADI (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Jul 2024
The Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill 2024 seeks to update Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (Act 709) to align with global data protection standards, including the EU GDPR. The bill introduces key amendments such as replacing 'data user' with 'data controller', adding definitions for biometric data and personal data breaches, increasing penalties for violations up to RM1 million or three years' imprisonment, and extending accountability to data processors. The bill was agreed to at the Second and Third Reading stages without a formal division, as indicated by the voice vote ('bersetuju').
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG AGENSI KAWALAN DAN PERLINDUNGAN SEMPADAN MALAYSIA 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to establish the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA) to assume border control functions at entry points, excluding customs and tax collection which remain with Royal Malaysian Customs. During the Second and Third Reading debate, ministers addressed concerns on integrity, function coordination, border control, human resources, infrastructure, technology use, and clause-specific issues, affirming the agency's role in enhancing national border security and inter-agency coordination. No formal division was recorded; the bill proceeded by unanimous consent.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG PERUBATAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Jul 2024
The Minister for Health presented the Medical (Amendment) Bill 2024 for Second and Third Reading, seeking to amend the Medical Act 1971 to address issues regarding the recognition of foreign postgraduate medical qualifications under the parallel pathway. The bill aims to clarify that training conducted at KKM facilities under the parallel pathway does not qualify as training at an 'institut latihan yang diiktiraf' under the Act, thereby requiring MQA accreditation for such qualifications to be recognised for specialist registration. No formal division was taken; the bill was agreed to by voice.
- Agreed
Rang Undang-undang Pembayaran dan Adjudikasi Industri Pembinaan (Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to amend the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (Act 746) to rename the Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration (KLRCA) as the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) and to enhance AIAC's role as the adjudication authority under the Act. During the Second Reading, the bill was supported by the Deputy Minister and several MPs, including Tuaran, who advocated for including the Borneo International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation (BICAM) as an adjudication body, though no formal division was called and the bill proceeded by voice agreement.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG TIMBANG TARA (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 16 Jul 2024
The Bill seeks to amend the Arbitration Act 2005 (Act 646) to align Malaysia's arbitration framework with international best practices, including the UNCITRAL Model Law, and to support the restructuring of the Malaysia International Arbitration Centre (AIAC). It was read for the second and third times and agreed to by voice vote, with no formal division recorded.
- Agreed
Rang Undang-undang Kesalahan-kesalahan Seksual Terhadap Kanak-kanak (Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 15 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to amend the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 and four other Acts to improve child sexual offence legislation, particularly by enabling child witnesses to testify without oath and allowing convictions based on their uncorroborated testimony. The debate highlighted concerns about delays in child sexual offence cases and the need for child-friendly justice procedures, with MPs supporting the bill as part of ongoing MADANI government reforms to protect children in the justice system. No formal division was recorded; the bill was agreed to by voice.
- Agreed
RANG UNDANG-UNDANG KETERANGAN (PINDAAN) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 15 Jul 2024
The Bill titled Rang Undang-undang Keterangan (Pindaan) 2024 was debated during its Second and Third Readings in the Dewan Rakyat. No formal division (pembahagian) was taken; the bill proceeded by voice agreement amid a heated exchange between MPs over allegations of anti-Islamic remarks and parliamentary conduct. The debate concluded with the Deputy Speaker calling for order and urging members to withdraw unparliamentary statements, but no vote was recorded.
- Agreed
Rang Undang-undang Kesalahan Keselamatan (Langkah-langkah Khas)(Pindaan) 2024
Bacaan Kali Kedua dan Ketiga · 15 Jul 2024
The bill seeks to amend the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) by repealing Section 19, which previously allowed conviction based on unsupported child testimony. This change follows the recent amendment to the Child Evidence Act 2007, which now governs the admissibility of child evidence in all cases, including SOSMA proceedings. The bill was read a second and third time, with no formal division recorded, indicating passage by voice vote (AGREED).