SB 371

Senate·20th Congress·Filed Jul 10, 2025

Hemp Industry Development Act

An Act Legalizing the Cultivation of Hemp and Formulating a Comprehensive Development Plan for the Hemp Industry, Including Research and Development and Capacity-Building to Strengthen Its Competence and Efficiency, and Providing Funds Therefor

In plain language

The Hemp Industry Development Act would legalize growing hemp (a low‑THC cannabis plant) in the Philippines, set up a research center and a licensing agency, and aim to create new jobs and export opportunities for farmers and businesses.

Agriculture and FisheriesScience, Technology and InnovationBusiness, Trade and Industry

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Author · Senator

Robinhood Padilla
SenatorRobinhood Padilla
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Subjects

Hemp Industry Development

Official sources

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SBN-371 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch