What to expect in 2020
Compound, fine if smoking at the food premises
Law enforcement agencies will take action against smokers who smoke in all food premises nationwide. Free Breakfast Programme (PSP) 2020 for all primary school students
The programme will start as early as 7am to 8.30am (morning session school) and between noon and 4pm for evening session schools.
RON 95 price will increase each week except in Sabah and Sarawak
Eligible persons will be given a subsidy of RM30 per month for car owners or RM12 per month for motorcycle owners.
Use of child safety seat is required
No summons shall be imposed for at least the first six months after the enforcement of the Child Restraint System (CRS).
Foreign workers are required to register with Perkeso
Employers in the country are required to register foreign workers under the Foreign Workers’ Scheme (SBKPA), introduced by the Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (Perkeso).
Minimum wage of RM1,2000 in 57 major cities nationwide
Minimum wage is raised to RM1,200 per month in major cities under the administration of 57 city and municipal councils, while minimum wage rate remains at RM1,100 per month in areas other than major cities.
Strata tax system in Kuala Lumpur
The implementation of the strata tax system starting Jan 1 in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur will see owners, especially the B40, enjoy a fixed rate of RM15 per annum on their lease and RM20 per annum for permanent ownership.
6% digital service tax applies to foreign digital service providers
Service tax imposition on foreign digital services – including software, music, video and digital advertising.
Form Four Science and Arts streams abolished
Form Four students will no longer be divided or distinguished by Arts or Science streams, but they will be allowed to choose subjects based on their interests.
Free water supply for Sarawak
Every household in Sarawak will enjoy free water for the first RM5 of the domestic water bill, equivalent to about 11,300 liters of free water, according to the state Utilities Ministry.
Free Pneumococcal injection for all babies
The government has allocated RM30.6 billion to the Health Ministry, with RM60 million to start providing pneumococcal vaccine to all babies born in the country.
No more usage of straws for drinks
All food and drinks businesses are prohibited to use conventional straws when selling their products.
Pahang enforces Jawi script usage at all premises
Pahang will enforce the use of Jawi script on signage and advertising at all business premises in the state.
Toll rates at Penang Second Bridge reduced
Toll rates for private car category on the Penang Second Bridge will be reduced from RM8.50 to RM7.
