When will the National Climate Change Bill be tabled in Parliament?

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The National Climate Change Bill is slated for tabling in Parliament following the presentation of Budget 2026.

The National Climate Change Bill, also known as RUUPIN, is currently undergoing review by the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC). The intention is to present the Bill to Parliament after the Budget 2026 presentation, provided no significant amendments are made to its current form. This timeline was communicated in the Dewan Rakyat by Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, who is performing the duties of the Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability.
Bill Undergoing Attorney General’s Chambers Review

The RUUPIN is in its final stages of preparation, with the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) currently reviewing the proposed legislation. This review process is a critical step before the Bill can be formally submitted to Parliament for debate and potential enactment.
Proposed Tabling Post-Budget 2026

The proposed schedule indicates that the Bill's tabling will occur after the presentation of Budget 2026. This sequencing aims to ensure that the legislative process for RUUPIN can proceed without major disruptions, contingent on the AGC's review concluding without necessitating substantial alterations to the Bill.
Context of Policy Clarity on Mining

The timing of the Bill's tabling was raised in relation to questions about the clarity of policies concerning mining within Permanent Forest Reserves (HSK). The Minister clarified that, to date, no mining activities have been conducted within these specific forest reserve areas. Further assessments, including a five-year impact study by the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), are underway to establish a scientific basis for policy decisions on mining in sensitive areas.

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