SB 170

Senate·20th Congress·Filed Jul 7, 2025

Philhealth Card Act of 2025

An Act Mandating the Issuance of Philhealth Cards to All Filipinos, Appropriating Funds Therefor

In plain language

The bill would require PhilHealth to give every Filipino a health card (or use the existing Phil‑ID) so people know they are covered under the national health insurance program.

HealthSocial WelfareGovernment Administration

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Author · Senator

Bong Go
SenatorChristopher Lawrence "Bong" Go
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Subjects

Philippine Health Card

Official sources

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SBN-170 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch