HB 2018

House·20th Congress·Filed Jul 16, 2025

An Act Amending the Family Code of the Philippines to Provide for Post-Nullity Spousal Support in Cases of Marriage Declared Void Under Article 36, and for Other Purposes

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The bill proposes adding Article 36‑A to the Family Code so that courts can order spousal support after a marriage is declared void for psychological incapacity, aiming to protect financially dependent spouses.

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Author · Representative

Maria Matibag
RepresentativeLaguna, 1st District
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An Act Amending the Family Code of the Philippines to Provide for Post-Nullity Spousal Support in Cases of Marriage Declared Void Under Article 36, and for Other Purposes

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