HB 8297

House·20th Congress·Filed Mar 5, 2026

An Act Requiring Personnel of Tourism Establishments, Tourism-Oriented Organizations and All Other Persons Providing Tourism-Related Services to Undergo Basic First Aid Training

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The bill would require anyone working in hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, tour guides, water‑sports operators and similar tourism services to complete a basic first‑aid course and keep a certified first‑aid kit on site, with local governments checking compliance before renewing business permits.

TourismPublic Order and SafetyLocal Government

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Author · Representative

Ryan S. RectoReceipts →

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HB 11445· Filed Sep 23, 2026
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HB 2509· Filed Jul 29, 2025
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SB 1926· Filed Mar 4, 2026
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HB 524· Filed Jun 30, 2025
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HB08297 · Sources: BatasWatch

An Act Requiring Personnel of Tourism Establishments, Tourism-Oriented Organizations and All Other Persons Providing Tourism-Related Services to Undergo Basic First Aid Training

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