Who launched the petition against parliamentary absenteeism?

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Roshinee Mookaiah Launched the "Dilarang Ponteng Parlimen" Petition

Political activist Roshinee Mookaiah initiated a parliamentary petition titled "Dilarang Ponteng Parlimen" (Stop Parliamentary Truancy) in mid-April to address the issue of lawmakers' absenteeism. The petition has garnered significant support, with over 1,400 Malaysians signing it, indicating a strong public sentiment against MPs failing to attend parliamentary sessions.
Petition Aims to Curtail Truancy and Impose Penalties

The core objectives of the "Dilarang Ponteng Parlimen" petition include shortening the currently permissible period for absenteeism for Malaysian Members of Parliament (MPs). It also calls for the implementation of disciplinary actions against absent MPs, specifically suggesting deductions from their salaries and allowances as a consequence of truancy.
Public Call for Transparency in MP Attendance Records

Beyond punitive measures, the petition strongly advocates for greater transparency within Parliament. It requests that Parliament make public detailed records of MPs' attendance and participation. This would allow the public to distinguish between mere physical presence and genuine active involvement in parliamentary proceedings.
Absenteeism Undermines Legislative Processes

The concern over parliamentary absenteeism is highlighted by instances where the absence of MPs has directly impacted crucial legislative outcomes. For example, the failure to pass a constitutional amendment to limit the prime minister's tenure to 10 years on March 2 was attributed, in part, to 32 MPs being absent and 44 abstaining from the vote, falling short of the required two-thirds majority.

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