Kuala Lumpur:The Dewan Rakyat is set to tackle various significant issues today, including the increase in domestic electricity tariffs, the economic impact of data centre investments, aviation safety, and the public health implications of haze.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, during the Minister's Question Time, Azli Yusof (PH-Shah Alam) will request an explanation from the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation regarding the factors contributing to the rise in domestic electricity charges. This inquiry will also cover the Energy Commission's assurance that approximately 85 percent of households will be protected from the tariff adjustment through the Energy Efficiency Incentive.
Additionally, Datuk Wan Hassan Mohd Ramli (PN-Dungun) will question the Youth and Sports Ministry about the assessment of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 at the Sepang International Circuit, focusing on the event's effectiveness, operational preparedness, stakeholder coordination, and proposed improvements.
Other matters on the agenda include Datuk Dr Richard Rapu @ Aman Begri (GPS-Betong) seeking clarification from the Transport Minister on the safety audit records and inspections conducted by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) following a helicopter crash in Long Lellang.
During the Oral Question-and-Answer session, Rodziah Ismail (PH-Ampang) will inquire about how data centre investments' net value is assessed after considering resource use, incentives, employment, local content, and opportunity costs. This comes after significant investments amounting to RM385.7 billion since 2021.
Cha Kee Chin (PH-Rasah) will address the health measures taken by the Health Ministry to combat the impact of haze, including air quality monitoring and issuing health advisories. Chong Chieng Jen (PH-Stampin) will seek updates on synthetic drug misuse in Sarawak and the effectiveness of police measures, while Shaharizukirnain Abd Kadir (PN-Setiu) will ask about amendments to the Environmental Quality Act 1974 concerning electronic waste violations.
In addition, Datuk Willie Mongin (GPS-Puncak Borneo) will explore efforts to enhance national unity laws when dealing with sensitive issues like religion, race, and the royal institution, with a proposal for a comprehensive National Unity Act.
The Dewan Rakyat will continue with the first reading of the Adoption (Amendment) Bill 2026 and the fourth day of debate on the Supply Bill (Budget) 2027. The current sitting is scheduled for 37 days, concluding on December 8.