PETALING JAYA: Malaysians must have a valid MyKad and an active driving licence to qualify for the Budi95 petrol subsidy, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke (pic).
Responding to reports claiming that motorists who fail to settle their summonses would lose their Budi95 eligibility, Loke said the two matters are unrelated.
“The ministry would like to clarify that outstanding summonses and eligibility for the Budi95 petrol subsidy are two different mechanisms and operate separately.
“They are not the same thing and are not automatically linked to each other,” he said in a statement.
Under the current policy, Malaysians must meet two basic conditions to receive the 300-litre petrol subsidy: possession of a valid MyKad and an active driving licence.
“An active driving licence refers to licences still within their validity period and not expired for more than three years.”
Loke also reminded the public to continue observing traffic laws to ensure the safety of all road users.
The Star earlier reported that motorists who fail to settle their traffic summonses risk facing stricter enforcement, including being barred from renewing their driving licence or road tax, facing court action, and losing their Budi95 entitlement, as the subsidy is tied to their driving licence.
