The Home Ministry is in the final stages of reviewing and plans to amend the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (Sosma), following widespread calls from rights groups. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that the ministry intends to present the proposed amendments to Parliament, pending Cabinet approval.

The review has identified 73 offences under the Act to ensure its alignment with the Federal Constitution, Malaysia's international obligations, and the principle of "due process of law." The ministry has engaged, and will continue to engage, various stakeholders including the police, Attorney-General's Chambers, Suhakam, the judiciary, NGOs, and legal experts to safeguard individual rights.