HB 1499
House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 7, 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 Appropriating Funds Therefor
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The bill creates a new Department of Water Resources to plan and manage all water resources, a Water Regulatory Commission to license and oversee water service providers, and a Water Trust Fund to finance water projects, with the goal of giving every Filipino safe, affordable water and sanitation.
Government AdministrationPublic Works and InfrastructureEnvironment and Natural ResourcesPublic Order and Safety
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HB01499 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch