SB 224

Senate·20th Congress·Filed Jul 7, 2025

National Mangrove Forest Protection and Preservation Act of 2025

An Act Providing for the Preservation, Reforestation, Afforestation, and Sustainable Development of Mangrove Forests in the Philippines, Providing Penalties Therefor, and for Other Purposes

In plain language

The bill proposes to set aside mangrove lands, create national and local councils to manage them, and punish anyone who harms the mangroves.

Environment and Natural ResourcesGovernment AdministrationPublic Order and Safety

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Author · Senator

Kiko Pangilinan
SenatorFrancis "Kiko" Pangilinan
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Subjects

Mangrove Forests

Official sources

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SBN-224 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch