![Sabah Cabinet reshuffle based on state constitution - Armizan Sabah Cabinet reshuffle based on state constitution - Armizan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71673512491_ArmizanMohdAli.jpg)
Sabah Cabinet reshuffle based on state constitution - Armizan
The reshuffle of the Sabah state Cabinet following the recent political crisis was carried out based on the State Constitution with the line-up of leaders from various races.
Thu Jan 12 2023
![Stick to the law to determine position of Sabah CM - Shafie Apdal Stick to the law to determine position of Sabah CM - Shafie Apdal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71673062493_ShafieApdal.jpg)
Stick to the law to determine position of Sabah CM - Shafie Apdal
All quarters should abide by the law, especially the state constitution, to determine the position of the Chief Minister and state government in the wake of the latest political developments in Sabah.
Sat Jan 07 2023
![Mohd Shukri sworn in as Perlis MB Mohd Shukri sworn in as Perlis MB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71669106888_ShukriRamlisumpah.jpg)
Mohd Shukri sworn in as Perlis MB
Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin consented to Mohd Shukri's appointment based on the Perlis State Constitution.
Tue Nov 22 2022
![Sarawak State Assembly passes amendments to prevent party hopping Sarawak State Assembly passes amendments to prevent party hopping](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/71652870542_TBDUNBSWKjpg.jpg)
Sarawak State Assembly passes amendments to prevent party hopping
The amendments also provide for circumstances where membership of the Legislative Assembly will not be affected.
Tue Nov 22 2022
![UMNO may amend party constitution to be in line with anti-hopping law UMNO may amend party constitution to be in line with anti-hopping law](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/41648088219_TBAhmadMaslan.jpg)
UMNO may amend party constitution to be in line with anti-hopping law
The meeting also decided that states under the administration of BN should take steps to amend their state constitution or enactments.
Fri Aug 05 2022
![States likely to amend laws to prevent assemblymen from switching parties States likely to amend laws to prevent assemblymen from switching parties](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/81659079474_DewanRakyat.jpg)
States likely to amend laws to prevent assemblymen from switching parties
Following the passing of the anti-party hopping bill in the Dewan Rakyat, several states are likely to amend their state constitutions to also prevent state assemblymen from switching parties.
Fri Jul 29 2022
![Sabah Cabinet approves proposal to limit tenure of Chief Minister in principle Sabah Cabinet approves proposal to limit tenure of Chief Minister in principle](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41596192759_TBAbidinMadingkir.jpg)
Sabah Cabinet approves proposal to limit tenure of Chief Minister in principle
Abidin said the proposal would be brought to the state assembly in future if all assemblymen agree to amend the state constitution.
Tue Mar 22 2022
![Johor to amend state constitution to allow candidates aged 18 years Johor to amend state constitution to allow candidates aged 18 years](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/51638092101_BelanjawanJohor.jpg)
Johor to amend state constitution to allow candidates aged 18 years
A special session of the Johor State Assembly will be held soon to amend the 1895 Johor State Constitution to lower the age of candidates.
Sun Nov 28 2021
![Undi18: Selangor to amend constitution - Exco Undi18: Selangor to amend constitution - Exco](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81636798857_MohdKhairuddinOthm.jpg)
Undi18: Selangor to amend constitution - Exco
Selangor will amend its State Constitution starting on Nov 26, to lower to 18 years the eligible age to be election candidates.
Sat Nov 13 2021
![Sulaiman heads caretaker gov't of Melaka - State Secretary Sulaiman heads caretaker gov't of Melaka - State Secretary](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81633957345_SulaimanMdAli.jpg)
Sulaiman heads caretaker gov't of Melaka - State Secretary
Datuk Seri Sulaiman Md Ali currently heads the caretaker government of Melaka and is assisted by the existing members of the State Executive Council (MMKN).
Mon Oct 11 2021
![Penang State Assembly passes bill to lower age limit for State Assemblymen candidacy Penang State Assembly passes bill to lower age limit for State Assemblymen candidacy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/51616922226_SoonLipChee.jpg)
Penang State Assembly passes bill to lower age limit for State Assemblymen candidacy
Soon said the youths should also be given the opportunity to play a critical role in the formation of government policies.
Wed Sep 01 2021
![PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Penang allows 18-year-olds to contest in elections, WHO monitoring new coronavirus Mu variant PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Penang allows 18-year-olds to contest in elections, WHO monitoring new coronavirus Mu variant](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71600683822_DailyDose.jpg)
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Wed Sep 01 2021
![Sarawak DUN passes bill to lower age to become YBs, clearly defines state residents Sarawak DUN passes bill to lower age to become YBs, clearly defines state residents](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/61604744552_kuching.jpg)
Sarawak DUN passes bill to lower age to become YBs, clearly defines state residents
The Sarawak State Assembly (DUN) today passed a Bill to amend Article 16 of the State Constitution to lower the minimum age required for a person to become an elected representative to 18 years old.
Thu Nov 12 2020
![Sarawak Assembly defers Bill on lowering eligible age to be Assemblymen Sarawak Assembly defers Bill on lowering eligible age to be Assemblymen](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/61604744552_kuching.jpg)
Sarawak Assembly defers Bill on lowering eligible age to be Assemblymen
It is significant to ensure the provision of the Federal Constitution and the words 'resident in the State' need to be defined and clarified.
Tue Nov 10 2020
![Appointment of three deputy CMs doesn't contravene Sabah Constitution - Shamrahayu Appointment of three deputy CMs doesn't contravene Sabah Constitution - Shamrahayu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/81601431302_threedeputychief.jpg)
Appointment of three deputy CMs doesn't contravene Sabah Constitution - Shamrahayu
When the Yang Dipertua Negeri appoints other ministers other than the Chief Minister, it is done on the advice of the Chief Minister.
Wed Sep 30 2020