Ramanan: HR Ministry to table new commuter protection, post-maternity allowance in December
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 — Amendments to the Self-Employment Social Security Act 2017 (Act 789) and the Employment Ins...
Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan announced in Kuala Lumpur that amendments to two key Malaysian acts will be introduced in Parliament by the end of December. The proposed changes to the Self-Employment Social Security Act 2017 (Act 789) will focus on the Commuter Scheme, while those to the Employment Insurance System Act 2017 (Act 800) will introduce a Post-Maternity Leave Allowance (EPCB).
The amendments aim to enhance social protection for Malaysians who commute across borders for work and women workers, respectively. Ramanan addressed this at the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) i-LINDUNG Media Awards 2026 and Deepavali Celebration, alongside other government officials. Both amendments are part of the government's commitment to strengthening social protection under the Human Resources Ministry.
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