HB 934

House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 1, 2025

An Act Requiring Social Media Platforms to Secure a Legislative Franchise to Operate Within the Country, Providing Penalties for Violations Thereof, and for Other Purposes

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The bill would require any social‑media site or app to get a five‑year congressional franchise to operate in the Philippines, with penalties for non‑compliance.

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Author · Representative

Bernadette S. BarbersReceipts →

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HB00934 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Requiring Social Media Platforms to Secure a Legislative Franchise to Operate Within the Country, Providing Penalties for Violations Thereof, and for Other Purposes

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