HB 194

House·20th Congress·Filed Jun 30, 2025

An Act Establishing the National Framework for Water Resource Management and Creating the Department of Water Resources and the Water Regulatory Commission, Defining Their Mandates, Powers and Functions, and Appropriations Funds Therefor

In plain language

The proposed National Water Act declares water a basic human right owned by the State and aims to provide safe, affordable, and sustainable water and sanitation for everyone, labeling all related projects as matters of national interest.

Public Works and InfrastructureEnvironment and Natural Resources

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Author · Representative

Edvic G. YapReceipts →

Official sources

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