HB 4698

House·20th Congress·Filed Sep 18, 2025

An Act Strengthening Youth Development and Welfare Programs, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

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The proposal aims to improve child welfare by adding barangay‑level truancy officers, more school counselors, feeding, health services, and specialized centers for children in conflict with the law, while also raising penalties for negligent parents.

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Authors · 4 Representatives

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An Act Strengthening Youth Development and Welfare Programs, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

In plain language

Authors · 4 Representatives

Official sources

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