KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Food (Amendment) Bill 2026 to strengthen food safety and quality controls and provide more comprehensive protection for consumers nationwide.
General : Dewan Rakyat Passes Food (Amendment) Bill 2026, Penalties For Offences Increased
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Dewan Rakyat passed the Food (Amendment) Bill 2026 to enhance food safety with higher penalties and stricter controls.
- Amendments to the Food Act 2026 include higher penalties for food-related offences.
- Health Minister emphasized penalties are meant to deter violations and protect public health.
- The bill introduces stricter monitoring of online food sales and pesticide residues.
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