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Consumer Protection
Consumer rights, product standards, fair transactions, remedies, and market safeguards.
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- HB 9040· Filed May 4, 2026An Act Granting Enhanced Protection to Consumers, Further Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7394 or the "Consumer Act of the Philippines," as Amended
The bill updates the 1992 Consumer Act to add stronger rules for online sales, clearer product labels (including dates and nutrition scores), new consumer rights, and higher penalties for fraud.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-05-06Rep. Antonio Jr. B. Legarda - SB 481· Filed Jul 14, 2025Enhanced Consumer Act of the Philippine
The bill amends the Consumer Act of 1992 to add eight consumer rights, define and ban pyramid and other fraudulent schemes, tighten labeling rules (including mandatory English or Filipino translations for foreign‑language labels), require uniform date labeling, and give consumers a free choice of electronic or printed billing statements.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - HB 222· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Granting Enhanced Protection to Consumers, Further Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7394 or the "Consumer Act of the Philippines," as Amended
The bill would update the Consumer Act to give Filipinos clearer rights—like safe products, truthful labeling, and the ability to get electronic bills for free—while banning pyramid and other investment scams and requiring businesses to get permits for sales promotions.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2025-07-29Rep. Crispin Diego D. Remulla - HB 827· Filed Jul 1, 2025An Act Establishing Measures to Protect Buyers from Online Scammers
The bill aims to protect online shoppers by defining illegal scam practices, setting penalties for scammers, and creating reporting, enforcement, and public‑education mechanisms.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2025-07-29Rep. Julienne "Jam" L. Baronda - HB 10213· Filed Jul 23, 2026An Act Strengthening Consumer Protection in the Philippines by Amending Republic Act No. 7394, Otherwise Known as the "Consumer Act of the Philippines," to Extend Protection to Online and Digital Transactions, Establish Accessible Redress Mechanisms, Strengthen Enforcement, and for Other Purposes
The bill updates the Consumer Act to protect people who shop online, adds a cheap, fast way to settle small disputes, lets groups of consumers sue together, and gives regulators more power to punish bad sellers, including foreign ones.
FiledRep. Antonino III B. Roman - SB 92· Filed Jul 3, 2025Enhanced Consumer Act of the Philippines
The bill proposes to amend the Consumer Act to add stronger consumer rights, define and ban pseudo‑investment schemes, require clearer labeling, and increase penalties for violations.
Pending in the committeeSen. Mark A. Villar - HB 8146· Filed Mar 2, 2026An Act Affording More Protection to Consumers Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7394, Otherwise Known as the �consumer Act of the Philippines�
The bill seeks to strengthen consumer protection by raising fines, adding clear consumer rights and duties, requiring English or Filipino translations on foreign‑language labels, and creating new enforcement tools such as public weighing stations and a congressional oversight committee.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-03-04Rep. Rufus B. Rodriguez +1 - HB 10906· Filed Aug 24, 2026An Act Strengthening Buyer Protection Against Non-Exchangeable Defective Goods, Amending for This Purpose Sections 68 and 100 of Republic Act No. 7394, Otherwise Known as the "Consumer Act of the Philippines," and for Other Purposes
The bill would change the Consumer Act so that sellers cannot refuse to exchange, replace, or refund defective items, even if they normally have a “no‑return” rule. It also sets penalties for sellers who ignore the rule and tasks the DTI with enforcing it.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-08-26Rep. Katrina Reiko Chua-Tai - SB 634· Filed Jul 15, 2025Enhanced Consumer Act of the Philippines
The bill creates a new Consumer Act that adds stronger rights for shoppers—like safety, clear information, and the ability to choose basic goods—while also asking consumers to be more aware and act responsibly. It bans pyramid and similar scams, requires product labels to show origin and dates, and lets people get bills electronically at no extra cost. The Department of Trade and Industry must write detailed rules within 90 days, and the law takes effect 15 days after it is published.
Pending in the committeeSen. Win T. Gatchalian - SB 1774· Filed Feb 5, 2026Consumer Act of the Philippines
The bill expands the DTI’s powers to fight deceptive, unfair and unconscionable sales, especially in stores that sell basic necessities.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - HB 7785· Filed Feb 12, 2026An Act Granting Enhanced Protection to Consumers, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7394 or the �consumer Act of the Philippines,� as Amended
The bill proposes a new Consumer Act that adds eight specific consumer rights, sets responsibilities for shoppers, bans pyramid schemes, requires clear date labels and translations, lets buyers choose electronic or paper bills at no cost, and orders the DTI to issue detailed rules within 90 days.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-02-18Rep. Bryan B. Revilla +2 - HB 4977· Filed Sep 30, 2025An Act Strengthening the Regulatory Powers of the Department of Trade and Industry (Dti), Appropriating Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes
The bill would give the Department of Trade and Industry stronger powers to inspect stores and e‑commerce sites, seize unsafe products, and impose higher fines, while earmarking fees and fines for consumer‑protection activities.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2025-10-02Rep. Emigdio III P. Tanjuatco - HB 8309· Filed Mar 5, 2026An Act Amending Republic Act No. 11967, Otherwise Known as the �internet Transactions Act,� and for Other Purposes
The bill would expand the Internet Transactions Act so that the Department of Trade and Industry can regulate and protect people who buy or sell directly to each other online, and it gives the agency power to order the removal of harmful listings.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-03-10Rep. Angelo Marcos Barba - HB 8500· Filed Mar 16, 2026An Act Regulating the Debt Collection Practices of Creditors and Debt Collectors to Protect Consumers Against Abusive, Deceptive, and Unfair Debt Collection Practices
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act would set rules for how creditors and debt‑collectors can contact borrowers, ban harassment and false claims, require a written notice of the debt within five days, and impose fines or jail time for violations.
Pending with the Committee on BANKS AND FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES since 2026-03-18Rep. Salvador A. Pleyto - HB 8680· Filed Mar 18, 2026An Act Strengthening Consumer Protection in Cases of Service Interruptions and Deficient Performance by Regulated Consumer Services
The REFUND Act would automatically give consumers bill credits, rebates or refunds when essential services like electricity or internet are interrupted or performed poorly, without requiring them to file a complaint.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-05-04Rep. Kenneth T. Gatchalian - SB 1744· Filed Feb 4, 2026Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act aims to stop abusive, deceptive, and unfair tactics by debt collectors, require clear receipts and loan‑cost calculators, and give debtors a way to complain and seek redress.
Pending in the house of representativesSen. Win T. Gatchalian - HB 9738· Filed Jun 3, 2026An Act Providing for Fair Debt Collection Practices in Digital and Traditional Lending, Strengthening Regulation of Online Lending Platforms, Establishing a Verified Collection Identity System, and for Other Purposes
The bill creates a law called the Fair Debt Collection and Digital Lending Consumer Protection Act to protect borrowers from abusive collection practices, especially online, by requiring lenders and their agents to register their communication channels and by setting penalties for violations.
Pending First ReadingRep. Patrick Michael D. Vargas - HB 9349· Filed May 20, 2026An Act Providing for the Magna Carta of Residential Utility Consumers
The bill would create a single charter that guarantees Filipino households quality, affordable, and reliable electricity, water, and internet services, sets clear consumer rights and provider duties, and establishes transparent billing and complaint‑handling procedures.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-05-26Rep. Jorge Daniel S. Bocobo - SB 1736· Filed Feb 2, 2026Amending R.A. No. 11967 ( Internet Transactions Act)
The bill expands the Internet Transactions Act to protect people who buy and sell directly with each other online, gives the trade department power to remove dangerous or anti‑competitive listings, and forces e‑marketplaces to let sellers pick their own delivery companies and show all fees before a sale is completed.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 370· Filed Jul 10, 2025Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a proposed law that would regulate how debt collectors, financing companies, and lending companies may contact and collect debts, banning harassment, false statements, and improper disclosure of personal information.
Consolidated/substituted in the committee reportSen. Win T. Gatchalian - SB 1032· Filed Aug 6, 2025Rfid Users Protection Act
The bill would require sellers of RFID‑enabled products to tell buyers about the tags, label the items, let buyers see and correct any personal data stored, and allow removal or deactivation of the tags at no cost, while prohibiting secret scanning and imposing fines for violations.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - HB 4456· Filed Sep 9, 2025An Act Protecting the Users of Radio Frequency Identification Devices
The RFID Users Protection Act would require sellers to tell buyers when a product contains RFID tags, label those products, let buyers see and correct any personal data stored, allow removal of the tag on request, and punish anyone who scans tags without permission.
Pending with the Committee on INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY since 2025-09-15Rep. Ramon Jolo III B. Revilla +2 - HB 8755· Filed Mar 24, 2026An Act Strengthening the Regulation of Online Transactions Involving Health Products, Expanding the Powers of the Food and Drug Administration Under Republic Act No. 9711, and Enhancing Republic Act No. 11967 (Internet Transactions Act), Imposing Liability on Digital Platforms, and for Other Purposes
The proposal would give the FDA more power to police health‑related items sold online, require e‑commerce sites to check that products are approved, keep records, and take down illegal listings quickly, and make the sites jointly responsible with sellers for any violations.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-05-13Rep. Eric L. Olivarez - HB 5561· Filed Oct 14, 2025An Act Strengthening the Regulatory System in the Country to Combat Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Products, Declaring the Manufacture, Importation, Distribution, Sale or Offer for Sale, or Possession of Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Products as an Offense Involving Economic Sabotage, Providing Penalties for Violations Thereof, Repealing for the Purpose Republic Act No. 8203, Otherwise Known as the "Special Law on Counterfeit Drugs"
The Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Products Prevention Act would make making, importing, selling or even possessing fake medicines a crime, and if the fake drugs are worth ₱1 million or more the offense is treated as economic sabotage with very steep penalties. It also repeals the old 1996 law on counterfeit drugs and gives the FDA new powers to inspect, seize, and shut down offenders.
Pending with the Committee on HEALTH since 2025-11-11Rep. Keith Micah "Atty. Mike" D.l. Tan - HB 10855· Filed Aug 20, 2026An Act Institutionalizing Fair Debt Collection Practices by Debt Collectors and Penalizing Violations Thereof
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act would set rules for how debt collectors can contact borrowers, ban abusive tactics like threats or harassment, require collectors to keep borrower data private, and impose fines for violations.
Pending with the Committee on BANKS AND FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES since 2026-08-25Rep. Eduardo Jr. R. Rama - HB 11030· Filed Sep 1, 2026An Act Penalizing Quick Response (Qr) Code Fraud, Institutionalizing Protective Frameworks and Responsibilities for Digital Platforms and Financial Service Providers, Amending for the Purpose Sections 3, 4, 19, and 20 of Republic Act No. 10175, Otherwise Known as the "Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012", and Providing Funds Therefor
The proposal creates a specific crime for fake QR codes that steal money, forces platforms to act quickly on verified reports, and gives regulators power to block such codes for up to ten days.
Pending with the Committee on INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY since 2026-09-02Rep. David "Jay-Jay" C. Suarez - SB 1286· Filed Aug 27, 2025Standardized Date Labels on Consumer Products
The bill would require all food, drug, cosmetic and other consumer products sold in the Philippines to show a manufacturing date, an expiration date and, if needed, a best‑before date in a standard month‑day‑year format, and would ban vague phrases like “use‑by.” Products that do not follow the rule could not be sold after 1 January 2026, and violators could face fines, jail time, or deportation.
Pending in the committeeSen. Christopher Lawrence "Bong" T. Go - SB 91· Filed Jul 3, 2025Philippine Scam Prevention Center (Pspc) Act
The bill creates a Philippine Scam Prevention Center to coordinate government and private efforts against online financial scams, give victims faster help, and enforce existing anti‑scam laws.
Pending in the committeeSen. Mark A. Villar - SB 603· Filed Jul 15, 2025Anti-Unfair Debt Collection Practices Act
The proposed Anti‑Unfair Debt Collection Practices Act would ban abusive tactics—such as threats, harassment, public shaming, false statements, and contacting borrowers at odd hours—by financing and lending companies or their hired collectors, require those companies to keep borrower data private, disclose any third‑party collectors to regulators and the public, and impose fines that increase up to revoking the company’s license for repeated violations.
Consolidated/substituted in the committee reportSen. Robinhood Padilla - HB 10010· Filed Jul 2, 2026An Act Protecting Children Who Appear in Monetized Online Content by Safeguarding Their Earnings, Privacy, Education, Health, and Right to Remove Exploitative Content, and for Other Purposes
The bill would require parents to set up a trust for a child’s share of earnings from online videos, keep detailed records, limit work hours, protect privacy, and let the child request removal of harmful content.
Pending First ReadingRep. Tobias "Toby" M. Tiangco - SB 1708· Filed Jan 27, 2026Strengthening the Powers and Functions of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines
The proposal would give the Intellectual Property Office new powers to block websites and digital platforms that host copyrighted material without permission, and to impose higher fines on repeat infringers.
Pending in the committeeSen. Mark A. Villar - HB 6901· Filed Dec 16, 2025An Act Regulating Debt Collection Practices to Protect Debtors from Abuses, Harassment, Unfair Treatment, and Misrepresentation
The bill would create a “Fair Debt Collection Practices Act” that gives borrowers privacy, clear information and protection from harassment, while setting rules and penalties for creditors and collectors who break those rules.
Pending with the Committee on BANKS AND FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES since 2025-12-22Rep. Atty. Jennifer "Karen" A. Lagbas - HB 10009· Filed Jul 2, 2026An Act Protecting Consumers from Unfair Online Subscription Renewal and Cancellation Practices, Requiring Simple Online Cancellation, Clear Pre-Renewal Notice, and Safeguards Against Dark Patterns in Recurring Digital Billing
The bill would require any online subscription service—whether based in the Philippines or abroad—to let Filipino users cancel the service online as easily as they signed up, give clear advance notice before renewals or price changes, and ban confusing or hidden cancellation steps.
Pending First ReadingRep. Tobias "Toby" M. Tiangco - HB 4107· Filed Aug 27, 2025An Act Strengthening Protections Against Online Financial Fraud and Ai-Generated Deceptive Content, Establishing a National Cyber Fraud Fusion Center, Imposing Duties on Digital Platforms, Telcos, and Financial Service Providers, Providing Swift Consumer Redress, Amending Republic Act Nos. 10175, 11934, 11765, 10173, and for Other Purposes
The bill creates a national center to coordinate rapid action against online scams and AI‑generated fake media, forces digital platforms, telcos and financial firms to verify users, use stronger security, label and remove deceptive content quickly, and allows a 72‑hour freeze of suspect funds, with penalties for non‑compliance.
Pending with the Committee on INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY since 2025-09-01Rep. Jocelyn P. Tulfo +1 - SB 782· Filed Aug 4, 2025Physical Identity Protection Act
The Physical Identity Protection Act would give every person in the Philippines the right to control how their face, voice, or other bodily traits are used in AI‑generated media, require consent for commercial or public use, and impose criminal and civil penalties for unauthorized deep‑fakes or similar content.
Pending in the committeeSen. Francis "Chiz" G. Escudero - SB 2190· Filed May 26, 2026Ukay Knowledge, Access, and Yield (Ukay-Ukay) Act
The proposal would legalize the trade of used goods, set health‑and‑safety rules, require clear labeling, and give small sellers a simpler way to operate, while also repealing the law that currently bans used‑clothing imports.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - HB 5684· Filed Oct 23, 2025An Act Promoting the Right to Repair Digital Electronic Products, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The Right to Repair Act would require makers of phones, tablets, laptops and other digital devices to give owners and independent repair shops the information and tools needed to fix them, at little or no cost, so people can keep devices longer and cut e‑waste.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2025-11-11Rep. Patrick Michael D. Vargas - HB 6669· Filed Dec 9, 2025An Act Establishing the Framework for Open Banking and Open Finance and Further Strengthening and Promoting the Sharing of Consumer Data
The bill creates a national open‑banking system that lets Filipino consumers safely share their financial data with approved third‑party providers, gives them free access to their data in a portable format, and sets up a new Consumer Data Empowerment Commission to write standards, accredit participants, and enforce penalties for misuse.
Pending with the Committee on BANKS AND FINANCIAL INTERMEDIARIES since 2025-12-10Rep. Nathaniel M. Oducado - SB 995· Filed Aug 6, 2025Pre-Approved Credit Card Prohibition Act
The bill bans banks and other credit‑card issuers from sending consumers credit cards they did not request, imposes fines and possible license loss for repeat violations, and requires the central bank to issue rules within 90 days.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - HB 7922· Filed Feb 23, 2026An Act Establishing Minimum Quality of Service Standards, Measurement, Transparency, and End-User Protections for Internet Access Services
The bill would set basic quality standards for internet service, require regular measurement and public reporting, and give consumers clear rights and remedies if providers fall short.
Pending with the Committee on INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY since 2026-02-25Rep. Christopherson "Coco" M. Yap - HB 515· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Protecting Senior Citizens from Various Forms of Fraud Through Information Dissemination and Providing Mechanisms Therefor
The proposal would require the DILG and local governments to regularly inform seniors, their families and caregivers about common mail, telemarketing and internet scams, how to avoid them, and where to report them.
Measure approved by the Committee on 2026-02-24Rep. Jaime R. Fresnedi - HB 9411· Filed May 25, 2026An Ac? Protecting Senior Citizens from Various Forms of Fraud Through Information Dissemination and Providing Mechanisms Therefor
The bill creates a “Senior Citizens Protection Against Fraud Act” that would require the DILG, together with local governments and other agencies, to educate seniors about mail, telemarketing and internet scams, gather fraud information from multiple government bodies, set up a website and free hotlines, and issue implementing rules within 60 days after the law takes effect.
Pending with the Committee on SENIOR CITIZENS since 2026-06-01Rep. Jernie Jett V. Nisay - HB 436· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Protecting Senior Citizens from Various Forms of Fraud Through Information Dissemination and Providing Mechanisms Therefor
The proposal would require government agencies to teach seniors and their caregivers how to spot and report mail, telemarketing, and internet scams, and to set up a free hotline and website for reporting. It also orders the creation of a shared online portal and calls for coordination among local governments, the DILG, DICT, and law‑enforcement bodies.
Measure approved by the Committee on 2026-02-24Rep. Rodolfo "Ompong" M. Ordanes - SB 1902· Filed Feb 24, 2026Rice Industry and Consumer Empowermwnt (Rice) Act
The bill would give the Department of Agriculture and the National Food Authority more power to monitor rice warehouses, set minimum farm‑gate prices, seize hoarded rice, and manage the government’s rice reserve, aiming to keep rice affordable and protect farmers.
Pending in the committeeSen. Erwin T. Tulfo - HB 1634· Filed Jul 9, 2025An Ac? Protecting Filipino Consumers from Arbitrary Price Increases of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, Amending for the Purpose Sections 14 and 19 of Republic Act No. 8479, Otherwise Known as the "Downstream Oil Industry Deregulation Act of 1998"
The bill would create a government task force to quickly investigate complaints of unfair LPG price hikes and would require the Energy Regulatory Commission to set LPG prices using a formula that includes safety‑related costs, with rules to be issued within two months of the law taking effect.
Pending with the Committee on ENERGY since 2025-07-30Rep. Paolo Henry M. Marcoleta - HB 8910· Filed Apr 21, 2026An Act Strengthening the Cybercrime Prevention Measures, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 10175, Otherwise Known as the �cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012�
The proposal would amend the 2012 Cybercrime Prevention Act to add new definitions, broaden offenses such as data interference and computer fraud, create liabilities for helpers and solicitors, increase penalties for ICT‑used crimes, and let victims or affected service providers start prosecutions.
Pending with the Committee on INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY since 2026-05-05Rep. Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez +3 - SB 1377· Filed Sep 10, 2025Amending R.A. No. 6552 (Realty Installment Buyer Protection Act)
The bill updates the 1972 Realty Installment Buyer Protection Act to give buyers clearer rights, a 30‑day (or 60‑day for low‑income housing) grace period after default, limits penalties, requires refunds minus actual rentals and capped damages, and mandates title transfer within 30 days after full payment.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - HB 11027· Filed Sep 1, 2026An Act Requiring Consumer-Facing Business Establishments to Maintain an Accessible and Responsive Customer Feedback and Incident Reporting Mechanism, Providing for Immediate Receipt and Acknowledgment of Consumer Reports, and for Other Purposes
The bill would require all businesses that deal directly with consumers to set up a simple way—like a form, QR code, website, app, or phone line—so shoppers can quickly send complaints, safety concerns, suggestions, or praise, and the business must acknowledge receipt right away.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-09-02Rep. Patrick Michael D. Vargas - SB 1283· Filed Aug 27, 2025Food, Grocery and Pharmacy Delivery Services Protection Act of 2025
The bill aims to protect delivery riders, platforms, and customers by banning advance‑payment demands on riders, requiring ID verification for users, and penalizing fraud such as fake orders or misuse of personal data.
Pending in the committeeSen. Christopher Lawrence "Bong" T. Go
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