Tag: tobacco and vape control bill

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11 October 2023
Malaysia

MOH Launches Public Poll On GEG After Tobacco Bill Delay

MOH launches a GEG survey on MySejahtera, after the government delayed tabling the tobacco bill for second reading. It's unclear if seeking public feedback only now – after the bill was tabled for first reading in Parliament – will cause further delay.
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11 October 2023
Malaysia

PIBG, Parent Groups Demand GEG To Combat Youth Vaping

Parent groups and a PIBG demand passage of the tobacco bill with GEG to combat youth vaping. They also say MOE shouldn't just focus on punishment, as nicotine is very addictive, but other agencies should ensure vape isn't easily accessible outside school.
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9 October 2023
Malaysia

MOH Confirms Tobacco Bill Won’t Be Tabled Tomorrow

MOH confirms that the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Bill 2023 won’t be tabled for second reading tomorrow, simply saying the postponement is to make way for other government business in Parliament. No new date for tabling was given.