HB 5368

House·20th Congress·Filed Oct 8, 2025

An Act Creating the West Philippine Sea Authority, Prescribing Its Powers and Functions, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

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The bill proposes to create a new government agency, the West Philippine Sea Development Authority, to manage fishing, energy, tourism and other resources in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the West Philippine Sea, funded initially with ₱2 billion and able to raise additional money through bonds.

Government AdministrationEnvironment and Natural ResourcesEnergy

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Authors · 2 Representatives

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HB05368 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Creating the West Philippine Sea Authority, Prescribing Its Powers and Functions, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

In plain language

Authors · 2 Representatives

Official sources

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