HB 7068

House·20th Congress·Filed Jan 12, 2026

An Act Institutionalizing the Recognition of Health Care Proxies Through a Nationwide “right to Care” System, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

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The Right to Care Act would let any adult Filipino name a trusted person to make health decisions for them if they become unable to do so, and would link that choice to a national registry and a physical or digital card that health providers must honor.

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Author · Representative

Leila M. De LimaReceipts →

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HB07068 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Institutionalizing the Recognition of Health Care Proxies Through a Nationwide “right to Care” System, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

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