Sarawak's plan to raise its State Assembly from 82 to 99 elected seats is still waiting for federal approval.

Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the proposal has been stalled at Parliament level, one year after the Sarawak Legislative Assembly passed the Dewan Undangan Negeri (Composition of Membership) Bill, 2025.

He said the extra seats were meant to give Sarawak's many communities stronger representation in the State Assembly.

What is pending

The State Assembly passed the Bill on July 7, 2025.

But the increase cannot take effect until the federal side gives approval. For now, the number remains 82 elected members.

Abdul Karim said he believes the delay is linked to politics in Parliament, and suggested there may be concerns that more State seats could later lead to a push for more parliamentary seats for Sarawak.

Location: Sarawak
Details: Proposed DUS expansion from 82 to 99 seats remains pending federal approval

Source: DayakDaily

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