HB 5956

House·20th Congress·Filed Nov 13, 2025

An Act Lowering the Cost of Prescription Drugs and Medicines, Amending for the Purpose Section 109 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as Amended

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The Affordable Medicines Act is a proposed bill that would remove value‑added tax on all prescription drugs and medicines, aiming to lower their prices for Filipino consumers.

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Author · Representative

Ryan S. RectoReceipts →

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HB05956 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Lowering the Cost of Prescription Drugs and Medicines, Amending for the Purpose Section 109 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as Amended

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