KUALA LUMPUR — The Speaker of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly is expected to clarify allegations surrounding the status of a state assemblyman this Monday (Aug 3), which could potentially trigger a state by-election.
Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari stated that the state administration is currently consulting the State Legal Adviser to review the matter before determining any subsequent legal or administrative steps.
“We have received information regarding the matter and are currently consulting the State Legal Advisor. The Speaker may make an announcement during the State Assembly sitting scheduled for Aug 3,” Amirudin told reporters.
The upcoming announcement comes as speculation mounts over whether the unnamed assemblyman’s seat could be declared vacant, paving the way for a mid-term by-election in Selangor.
This development unfolds against the backdrop of heightened political activity in the region, with neighboring Negeri Sembilan concluding its 14-day state election campaign ahead of polling day on Aug 1.
Amirudin spoke to reporters late last night after attending the Kuala Pilah Berselawat and Munajat Perdana Negeri Sembilan event at Dataran Melang, joining Federal leaders on the final leg of state campaign trail activities.
If the Selangor State Legislative Assembly Speaker confirms a vacancy on Monday, the Election Commission (EC) will be notified to initiate procedures for a by-election within the statutory timeframe. – July 31, 2026