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Tourism development, destinations, visitor services, and tourism-related enterprise.
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- HB 5542· Filed Oct 13, 2025An Act Establishing a �one Town, One Tourist Attraction Program� to Promote Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The proposal would require every Philippine city and municipality to develop at least one tourist attraction, with the national tourism, public works, ICT, and environment agencies providing technical help, roads, marketing and incentives.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-11-11Rep. Eric L. Olivarez - HB 3110· Filed Aug 5, 2025An Act Institutionalizing Community-Based Tourism in the Philippines, Providing Mechanisms for Its Promotion and Development, Adopting Community-Based Strategies in Tourism Governance, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The bill creates a Department of Tourism‑run program that will give grants, loans, training, accreditation and marketing help to community‑run tourism projects, requires at least 30 % of net tourism earnings to go back to the community, and makes CBT part of local and national tourism plans.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-11Rep. Ching B. Bernos - HB 3473· Filed Aug 11, 2025An Act Establishing Tourism Circuits in the Second District of Samar, Identifying and Declaring the Tourism Development Areas Therein, Creating the Samar Province Tourism Council and Appropriating Funds Therefore
The bill proposes to create linked groups of tourist sites (tourism circuits) across Samar’s second district, name specific natural and cultural attractions as development areas, set up a provincial tourism council, and fund projects through a new trust fund.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-13Rep. Reynolds Michael T. Tan - HB 1075· Filed Jul 2, 2025An Act Establishing a "One Town, One Tourist Attraction Program" to Promote Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The proposal would create a program that helps every city or municipality develop at least one tourist site, build access roads, market the attraction, and protect the environment, with funding and technical help from national agencies.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-29Rep. Joseph "Jojo" L. Lara - HB 3098· Filed Aug 5, 2025An Act Identifying Tourism Development Areas in the Province of Quezon, Mandating Support for Tourism Development, Creating the Quezon Tourism Council, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The bill aims to identify tourism development areas in Quezon Province, establish a Quezon Tourism Council to plan and coordinate tourism initiatives, and allocate funds for infrastructure and programs that support sustainable tourism.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-11Rep. Keith Micah "Atty. Mike" D.l. Tan - HB 11096· Filed Sep 2, 2026An Act Strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Through the Tourism Promotion and Export Development of One Town, One Product (Otop) Products and Local Agricultural Produce, and for Other Purposes
The bill creates a program that links tourism activities with existing trade and agriculture agencies to help small producers market their OTOP and farm products locally and abroad.
Pending with the Committee on TRADE AND INDUSTRY since 2026-09-07Rep. Katrina Reiko Chua-Tai - HB 2509· Filed Jul 29, 2025An Act Making the Position of Tourism Officer Mandatory in the Municipal, City and Provincial Levels, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7160, Otherwise Known as the "Local Government Code of 1991," as Amended
The bill would amend the Local Government Code to require every municipality, city, and province where tourism is a significant industry to appoint a dedicated tourism officer.
Pending with the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT since 2025-08-04Rep. Ramil Laurel Hernandez - SB 188· Filed Jul 7, 2025One Town, One Tourist Attraction Program (Otap) Act
The bill would require every Philippine city or municipality to develop at least one tourist site, provide roads and marketing help, and give extra support to places that already have tourism programs.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - HB 1310· Filed Jul 7, 2025An Act Establishing Tourism Circuits in the First District of Samar, Identifying and Declaring the Tourism Development Areas Therein, Creating the Samar Province Tourism Council and Appropriating Funds Therefore
The bill proposes to set up linked groups of tourist sites (tourism circuits) in Samar’s First District, declare specific places as tourism development areas, create a provincial tourism council, and fund related projects.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-30Rep. Stephen James T. Tan - HB 2772· Filed Jul 30, 2025An Act Providing Tax Incentives, Fiscal Support, and Institutional Mechanisms for the Development, Promotion, and Sustainability of Accredited Eco-Tourism Sites, and for Other Purposes
The Eco‑Tourism Incentives Act proposes tax breaks, loan support and a new council to help certified eco‑tourism sites grow while protecting the environment and local communities.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-04Rep. Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez +3 - SB 1721· Filed Jan 28, 2026Filipino Fiestas
The bill seeks to promote Filipino festivals to attract more tourists and help local businesses.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - HB 2187· Filed Jul 21, 2025An Act Establishing �one Town, One Tourist Attraction Program� to Strengthen Local Tourism, Promote Cultural Preservation, and Advance Sustainable Economic Development, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The bill creates a program that will help every city and municipality pick, develop, and market one key tourist site, with support for infrastructure, training, digital promotion, and environmental safeguards.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-30Rep. Roberto Nazal - HB 391· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Declaring the Municipality of Columbio, Province of Sultan Kudarat, a Tourism Development Area
The bill would officially label the whole town of Columbio in Sultan Kudarat as a tourism development area, list 19 specific natural sites for promotion, require a local tourism plan within a year, and set up technical and financial support from the Department of Tourism.
Substituted by HB08562Rep. Ruth Sakaluran - HB 3369· Filed Aug 7, 2025An Act Providing for a Coastal Tourim Planning Development Program
The bill creates a new government office to plan and manage tourism along the Philippines’ coasts, with programs for safety, clean waters, beach upkeep, responsible resort building, and eco‑friendly marketing. It will be funded from the national treasury and overseen by a board that includes the tourism and environment secretaries.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-12Rep. Zaldy S. Villa - HB 9550· Filed Jun 1, 2026An Act Declaring the Municipality of Santa Elena, Province of Camarines Norte, as a Tourism Development Area
The bill would officially label Santa Elena in Camarines Norte as a tourism development area, require a local tourism plan and governing board, enlist the DOT for technical help, and fund the effort through the municipal budget.
Business for Thursday & Friday on 2026-06-02Rep. Josefina B. Tallado +38 - HB 8562· Filed Mar 16, 2026An Act Declaring the Municipality of Columbio, Province of Sultan Kudarat, as a Tourism Development Area
The bill would officially label Columbio in Sultan Kudarat as a Tourism Development Area, list specific natural and cultural sites for promotion, require the local government to draft a tourism plan within a year, and set up funding and technical help from the national tourism agency.
Approved by the House on 2026-05-05, transmitted to the Senate on 2026-05-06 and received by the Senate on 2026-05-06Rep. Ruth Sakaluran +37 - HB 9511· Filed May 28, 2026An Act Identifying Tourism Development Areas in the Province of Isabela, Mandating Support for Tourism Development, and Creating the Isabela Tourism Council
The bill would label certain places in Isabela as tourism development areas, set up an Isabela Tourism Council to plan and oversee tourism projects, and require local governments to fund these projects while the DOT provides technical help and promotion.
Business for Thursday & Friday on 2026-06-02Rep. Faustino III G. Dy +38 - SB 1748· Filed Feb 4, 2026Diket Falls, a Tourism Destination (Pangasinan)
The bill proposes to officially name Diket Falls in Umingan, Pangasinan as a tourism destination, task the Department of Tourism with its development, require a detailed plan within six months, fund the project through the national budget and DOT revenues, and ensure environmental preservation.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 330· Filed Jul 9, 2025Pwd and Senior Citizen-Friendly Tourism Sites Act
The bill would require every tourism site in the Philippines to have facilities—such as ramps, accessible restrooms, and clear signage—that can be used by people with disabilities and older adults.
Consolidated/substituted in the committee reportSen. Camille A. Villar - HB 2944· Filed Aug 4, 2025An Act Establishing a Comprehensive Tourism Development and Promotion Program in the Second District of Iloilo, Creating the Second District Tourism Development Council, Providing Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes
The bill creates a council to plan and coordinate tourism in Iloilo’s Second District, requires a master plan within a year, sets up a dedicated fund for infrastructure, training, marketing and conservation, and outlines how the fund will be financed.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-06Rep. Kathryn Joyce F. Md Gorriceta - HB 410· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Making the Position of a Tourism Officer Mandatory in the Municipal, City, and Provincial Levels, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 7160, Otherwise Known as the Local Government Code of 1991
The proposal would amend the Local Government Code so that every municipality, city, and province where tourism is a major industry must appoint a qualified tourism officer to plan, coordinate, and promote local tourism.
Pending with the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT since 2025-07-29Rep. Jesus "Jess" R. Marquez - HB 832· Filed Jul 1, 2025An Act Establishing the Tourism Carrying Capacity Standards in the Country, and Providing Penalties Thereof
The bill would set limits on how many visitors each tourist site can handle to protect the environment and local culture, and it would penalize officials who do not enforce those limits.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-29Rep. Kristine Alexie B. Tutor - HB 3156· Filed Aug 5, 2025An Act Declaring the Municipalities of Macrohon, Tomas Oppus, Bontoc in the Province of Southern Leyte as Tourism Zone and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The bill would label three towns in Southern Leyte as a tourism zone, task the tourism and public works departments with planning and building needed facilities and roads, and set up funding and rules to make it happen.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-11Rep. Roger Gaviola Mercado - HB 8297· Filed Mar 5, 2026An Act Requiring Personnel of Tourism Establishments, Tourism-Oriented Organizations and All Other Persons Providing Tourism-Related Services to Undergo Basic First Aid Training
The bill would require anyone working in hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, tour guides, water‑sports operators and similar tourism services to complete a basic first‑aid course and keep a certified first‑aid kit on site, with local governments checking compliance before renewing business permits.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2026-03-10Rep. Ryan S. Recto - SB 1745· Filed Feb 4, 2026Isabela Tourism Council
The proposal would name tourism‑friendly sites across Isabela, set up a council of local officials and private members to plan and oversee tourism, and earmark national funds for roads, facilities and other support.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 2014· Filed Mar 25, 2026Mandatory Tourism Officer in the Municipal, City and Provincial Levels
The bill would require every municipality, city, and province where tourism is a major industry to create a dedicated tourism officer position, set their qualifications, duties, and allow local officials to decide their salary.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 1369· Filed Sep 10, 2025Kapatagan Ecotourism Site Act
The bill would officially label Barangay Kapatagan in Digos City as an ecotourism site, task the tourism department with planning and funding its development, and require a detailed tourism plan and rules within the next year.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - HB 6046· Filed Nov 17, 2025An Act Declaring the Twin Islands of San Pedro and San Pablo, Located in the Municipality of Hinunangan, Province of Southern Leyte, as Ecotourism Zones and for Other Purposes
The proposal would officially label San Pedro and San Pablo as ecotourism zones, create a tourism development plan, and provide municipal and national support for sustainable tourism and local jobs.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-11-19Rep. Christopherson "Coco" M. Yap - HB 3547· Filed Aug 12, 2025An Act Identifying Tourism Development Areas in the Province of Isabela, Mandating Support for Tourism Development, Creating the Isabela Tourism Council, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The proposal would name tourism‑development zones across Isabela, set up a provincial tourism council to plan and coordinate projects, and earmark national and local funds for infrastructure, site development, and regulatory support.
Substituted by HB09511Rep. Faustino III G. Dy - HB 1671· Filed Jul 9, 2025An Ac? Declaring the Municipality of Santa Fe, Province of Romblon, a Tourism Destination
The proposal declares Santa Fe in Romblon a tourism destination, orders a development plan within a year, and requires the Department of Tourism to help with technical support and promotion.
Business for Thursday & Friday on 2026-06-02Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona - HB 4229· Filed Sep 1, 2025An Act Declaring the Municipality of Romblon, Province of Romblon, a Tourism Destination
The proposal would officially name Romblon a tourism destination, require a development plan within a year, and have the Department of Tourism help with technical support and promotion.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-09-03Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona - HB 9552· Filed Jun 1, 2026An Act Declaring the Municipality of Jose Panganiban, Province of Camarines Norte, as a Tourism Development Area
The bill would officially label Jose Panganiban in Camarines Norte as a tourism development area, require the town to draft a tourism plan within a year, set up a governing board with local officials, NGOs, academia and business, and fund the projects through the town’s budget with possible help from the Department of Tourism.
Business for Thursday & Friday on 2026-06-02Rep. Josefina B. Tallado +38 - SB 2118· Filed May 6, 2026Declaring Hundred Islands National Park, as a Tourism Zone
The bill would officially label the Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos as a tourism zone, give the city full control over it, set up a management board with local and national representatives, and require that all park income be spent on its upkeep and development.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - HB 525· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Requiring Personnel of Tourism Oriented Organizations and Establishments Including Persons Providing Tourism-Related Services to Undergo Basic First Aid Training
The Tourist Safety Act would require all workers in hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, tour operators, guides and similar tourism services to complete basic first‑aid training and to keep a first‑aid kit at their workplace.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-29Rep. Reynante U. Arrogancia - HB 4480· Filed Sep 9, 2025An Act Declaring Camandag Island in the Barangays of Sevilla, Lobelobe, Corocawayan, Villahermosa, Balatguti, and Pinanangnan in the Municipality of Sto. Ni�o, a Sun and Beach Tourism Destination
The proposal would officially name Camandag Island in Sto. Niño, Samar, as a sun‑and‑beach tourism destination, add it to the national tourism plan, and task the tourism department and local governments with building and maintaining facilities, funded through their regular investment programs.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-09-15Rep. Stephen James T. Tan - HB 3120· Filed Aug 5, 2025An Act Declaring the Province of Abra as a Priority Tourism Development Area, Mandating the Integrated Promotion, Protection, and Sustainable Development of Its Natural and Cultural Heritage, and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The bill proposes to name Abra a priority tourism and cultural‑heritage area, create a 10‑year development plan, map and protect its cultural sites, improve roads and tourism services, and fund these actions through existing agency budgets and future appropriations.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-11Rep. Jb Bernos - HB 11445· Filed Sep 23, 2026An Act Preventing, Mitigating, and Responding to Risks Affecting Children and Other Tourists While on Vacation, Engaging in Leisure, or Participating in Any Other Activities Related to the Tourism Industry
The bill would require every tourism site that serves children—hotels, resorts, beaches, parks, and transport hubs—to have emergency‑response plans, trained staff, lifeguards, and age‑appropriate medical supplies, with penalties for non‑compliance.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2026-09-24Rep. Keith Micah "Atty. Mike" D.l. Tan - SB 1686· Filed Jan 26, 2026National Sports Tourism Program Act
The bill proposes a National Sports Tourism Program to be run by a new council made up of the Philippine Sports Commission, the Department of Tourism and other agencies, with the goal of promoting sports events, upgrading facilities and generating jobs.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 2164· Filed May 25, 2026One Town, One Tourist Attraction Program (Otap) Act
The bill would require every city and municipality to pick at least one local attraction—natural, historic or cultural—and receive government help to develop roads, marketing, training and environmental safeguards. Funding would come from the tourism department’s budget, and the program would be run by DOT together with DPWH, DENR and DICT.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 1988· Filed Mar 17, 2026Barrier-Free and Inclusive Tourism Act
The act requires every tourism attraction—public or private—to remove barriers and add features like ramps, accessible restrooms, clear signage, and assistive services so that people with disabilities and seniors can visit safely and independently.
Pending second reading, special orderSen. Camille A. Villar - HB 407· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Declaring the Bakhawan Eco-Park in Barangay New Buswang, Municipality of Kalibo, Province of Aklan, an Ecotourism Zone and Appropriating Funds Therefor
The proposal would officially name the Bakhawan Eco‑Park in Kalibo, Aklan, a special ecotourism zone and set aside money for its development.
Substituted by HB08568Rep. Jesus "Jess" R. Marquez - SB 1383· Filed Sep 11, 2025Mindanao Civic Center Complex (Sports Tourism Destination, Lanao Del Norte)
The bill declares the Mindanao Civic Center in Tubod a sports tourism destination, tasks the Department of Tourism and the local government to create a development plan within a year, and provides for funding through the national budget.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 1201· Filed Aug 18, 2025Timoga Ecotourism Zone
The bill would officially name Sitio Timoga in Iligan City as the Timoga Ecotourism Zone, task the Department of Tourism with planning and building tourism facilities within a year, and fund the project using national budget allocations and DOT revenues.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - HB 1670· Filed Jul 9, 2025An Ac? Declaring the Municipality of San Andres, Province of Romblon, a Tourism Development Area
The bill proposes to label San Andres in Romblon as a Tourism Development Area, set out the specific barangays and attractions included, and require the local government, with help from the Department of Tourism and other agencies, to create and fund a tourism plan within a year.
Business for Thursday & Friday on 2026-06-02Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona - SB 1158· Filed Aug 7, 2025Doha Remedios Trinidad Ecotourism Zone Act
The bill would officially label the town of Doha Remedios Trinidad in Bulacan as an ecotourism zone, task the local government with a one‑year tourism plan, and give the Department of Tourism authority to provide technical help and promotion, with costs to be covered by the town’s budget.
Pending in the committeeSen. Joel Villanueva - HB 8573· Filed Mar 16, 2026An Act Declaring Ulot River in the Municipality of Paranas, Province of Samar, an Ecotourism Destination
The bill declares the Ulot River in Paranas, Samar, an ecotourism site, orders a development plan within a year, and requires the local government and the Department of Tourism to fund and promote it while protecting the environment.
Approved by the House on 2026-05-05, transmitted to the Senate on 2026-05-06 and received by the Senate on 2026-05-06Rep. Reynolds Michael T. Tan +37 - SB 1673· Filed Jan 20, 2026Child Tourist Safety Act
The Child Tourist Safety Act would require any tourism business that hosts children—such as hotels, resorts, water parks, and surfing camps—to provide age‑appropriate medical care, certified lifeguards, clear safety warnings, incident reporting, and liability insurance, with penalties for non‑compliance.
Consolidated/substituted in the committee reportSen. Raffy T. Tulfo - HB 3367· Filed Aug 7, 2025An Act Establishing an Intergovernmental Task Force for the Protection and Assistance of Tourists
The bill would create a new task force, led by the Department of Tourism, to protect and help tourists.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-08-12Rep. Zaldy S. Villa - HB 524· Filed Jun 30, 2025An Act Establishing a Tourist Protection and Assistance Council for the Security and Protection of Tourists and Tourist Facilities
The proposal would create a council led by the tourism department to set nationwide signage standards, provide multilingual information, open tourist help desks, and establish complaint and disaster‑response systems for all visitors in the Philippines.
Pending with the Committee on TOURISM since 2025-07-29Rep. Reynante U. Arrogancia
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