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Kelantan's state assembly has unanimously approved the Syariah Criminal Offences Bill 2026, a comprehensive overhaul aimed at clarifying and strengthening the state's Islamic criminal law framework following a Federal Court decision that nullified key provisions in 2024.
Selangor Mentri Besar Amirudin Shari has deferred decisions on a state assemblyman's status to the Assembly Speaker, stating the matter falls within the Speaker's purview and that the Election Commission will act accordingly.
Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San says investigations into an assemblyman allegedly declared bankrupt remain active, with decisions on potential by-elections deferred to the Election Commission.
Selangor's Speaker will announce on August 3 the outcome of a review into a state assemblyman's eligibility, Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari disclosed, after consultation with legal advisers.
Sabah's legislative assembly has backed a RM1.61 billion supplementary supply bill for 2026, allocating funds across statutory contributions, operating costs, development projects, and administrative expenses following parliamentary debate.
Four Melaka DAP assemblymen have been repositioned to the opposition benches following the party's withdrawal from the state government, triggered by constitutional amendments allowing nominated legislators.
Melaka's state assembly has approved a constitutional amendment enabling the appointment of up to seven nominated assemblymen, aiming to enhance legislative expertise and representation of underrepresented groups in policymaking.
Johor's state election commenced with all 1,076 polling centres opening at 8 am, enabling 2.7 million registered voters to select representatives across 56 State Legislative Assembly seats in a four-hourly voting process.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has questioned the hasty dissolution of the Johor state assembly, suggesting political impatience ahead of the state election scheduled for July 11.