HB 825

House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 1, 2025

An Act Creating a Special Economic Zone and Free Port in the City of Iloilo, Creating for This Purpose the Metro Iloilo Special Economic Zone and Free Port Authority, Appropriating Funds Therefore, and for Other Purposes

In plain language

The proposal would create a special economic zone and free port in Iloilo City, managed by a new authority (MISEZA) for 50 years, with powers to attract foreign investors, provide tax incentives, and develop infrastructure. It aims to generate jobs and boost regional investment.

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Author · Representative

Jam Baronda
RepresentativeIloilo City, Lone District
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HB00825 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch