Deputy Speaker Dr. Rizvie Salih has informed Parliament that two amendment bills to the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs Ordinance can be passed by a simple majority.

The Supreme Court determined that Bill No. 79 of 2026 can be passed by a simple majority, subject to specific amendments being made at the Committee Stage.

The Court also determined that Bill No. 80 of 2026 is not inconsistent with any provision of the Constitution and can be passed by a simple majority.