HB 1157
House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 2, 2025
An Act Amending Republic Act No. 4200, Otherwise Known as the Anti-Wiretapping Law of 1965, to Include New Technologies and Modern Surveillance Methods, and for Other Purposes
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The bill updates the 1965 anti‑wiretapping law to cover modern digital tools, AI‑driven monitoring, and online communications, requiring explicit consent and court orders for any interception, and adds higher penalties for violations.
Public Order and SafetyInformation and Communications TechnologyHuman Rights
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