HB 8737

House·20th Congress·Filed Mar 24, 2026

An Act Creating a System of Partnership Between Local Governments and Civil Society Organizations Through the Establishment of a People’s Council in Every Local Government Unit, Prescribing Its Powers and Functions

In plain language

The People Empowerment Act would let community groups formally register with their city or town, give them a seat at the table through a new People’s Council, and let the council send representatives to local government bodies, while barring partisan politics.

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Author · Representative

Nathaniel M. OducadoReceipts →

Official sources

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HB08737 · Sources: BatasWatch