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Transportation
Road, rail, air, maritime, and public transport systems, regulation, and safety.
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- SB 2212· Filed Jun 1, 2026Philippine Transportation Security Act
The bill would replace the current Office for Transportation Security with a new Philippine Transportation Security Authority that would oversee security for all modes of transport—air, sea, land and rail—under the Department of Transportation.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 1154· Filed Aug 7, 2025Magna Carta of Commuters
The bill would guarantee that every Filipino can reach a public‑transport stop within 500 m, wait no longer than 10 minutes, travel on safe sidewalks and bike lanes, receive discounted fares if vulnerable, and get real‑time travel information, while requiring agencies to fund and enforce these standards.
Pending in the committeeSen. Joel Villanueva - SB 883· Filed Aug 4, 2025Walkable and Bikeable Communities Act
The bill creates a nationwide network of bike lanes, sidewalks and low‑speed streets, requires schools, hospitals and other places to add bike racks and facilities, and directs local governments and national agencies to fund and oversee the project within a year.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 981· Filed Aug 6, 2025Sustainable Transportation Act
The Sustainable Transportation Act proposes a national plan to shift travel toward public transit, walking, cycling, and cleaner‑fuel vehicles, aiming to cut congestion, improve air quality, and benefit public health.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 2031· Filed Apr 8, 2026Inland and Coastal Water Transportation Development Act
The bill proposes a national plan to develop safe, modern, and eco‑friendly ferry and river services, giving incentives to operators and assigning roles to national agencies and local governments.
Pending in the committeeSen. Robinhood Padilla - SB 297· Filed Jul 9, 2025Maritime Passenger Safety Act
The Maritime Passenger Safety Act would require all commercial passenger ships in Philippine waters to show a short safety video, keep doors locked, post crew at key spots, keep aisles clear, wear uniforms, and carry extra life‑vests, lifeboats and emergency gear. The Philippine Coast Guard and MARINA would inspect ships before they leave and could sail with them, and violations could bring fines of ₱50‑200k or jail time for repeat offenses.
Pending in the committeeSen. Juan Miguel "Migz" F. Zubiri - SB 802· Filed Aug 4, 2025Responsible Public Utility and Cargo Vehicle Operators Act
The bill would make vehicle owners and operators jointly responsible for crashes, require yearly safety checks, set a minimum driver wage of 150 % of the regional minimum, ban pay‑by‑quota schemes, create a fund to help victims, and impose stiff criminal and civil penalties for negligent operation.
Pending in the committeeSen. Loren B. Legarda - SB 1533· Filed Nov 17, 2025Safe Pathways Act
The Safe Pathways Act would require the national government and local units to build a country‑wide network of bike lanes, sidewalks and low‑speed streets, provide parking and support facilities for cyclists and other non‑motorized users, and add transport safety education to school curricula.
Pending in the committeeSen. Joel Villanueva - SB 781· Filed Jul 31, 2025Sustainable Transportation Act
The Sustainable Transportation Act proposes a national plan to shift commuters toward walking, cycling, public transit, and other low‑emission options, with new sidewalks, bike lanes, and bus‑rapid‑transit studies aimed at cleaner air and less traffic.
Pending in the committeeSen. Pia S. Cayetano - SB 1669· Filed Jan 15, 2026Public Transport Anti-Overcapacity Act of 2026
The bill makes it illegal for buses, vans, ferries and similar public‑transport vehicles to carry more passengers than the number officially allowed, requires operators to post the limit and keep records, and sets steep fines and possible license or franchise loss for drivers, crew and owners who break the rule.
Pending in the committeeSen. Raffy T. Tulfo - SB 1112· Filed Aug 7, 2025Transportation Network Service Act
The bill would set rules for ride‑hailing apps (like Grab) by making them common carriers, requiring licenses, insurance, driver checks, electronic receipts and penalties for violations.
Pending in the committeeSen. Win T. Gatchalian - SB 136· Filed Jul 3, 2025Philippine Transportation Safety Board Act
The bill proposes to set up a new Philippine Transportation Safety Board, placed under the President, to investigate major transportation accidents and publish findings.
Pending in the committeeSen. Manuel "Lito" M. Lapid - SB 982· Filed Aug 6, 2025School Bus Safety Act
The School Bus Safety Act would require the transportation department to set driver‑training standards, install seat belts on all school buses, tie bus registration to seat‑belt use, and run a public campaign to get students and drivers to wear them.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 290· Filed Jul 9, 2025The Dignity in Commuting Act
The Dignity in Commuting Act would create a national office to oversee commuter services, set standards for safe and affordable public transport, require better sidewalks and bike lanes, and impose fines on operators that do not follow the rules.
Pending in the committeeSen. Francis "Kiko" N. Pangilinan - SB 2036· Filed Apr 13, 2026Ligtas at Aktibong Komunidad at Daan (Lakad) Act
The LAKAD Act would create a nationwide network of protected bike lanes, safe sidewalks, and low‑traffic “slow streets” to make walking and cycling easier, safer, and more attractive. Local governments, with help from the DOTr, DPWH and other agencies, must plan and build the network within a year, set design standards, and run education campaigns, while motor vehicles are barred from the new protected lanes.
Pending in the committeeSen. Erwin T. Tulfo - SB 454· Filed Jul 10, 2025Road Safety Education in Schools Act
The bill would add road‑safety lessons for elementary pupils and a full drivers‑education program for junior‑ and senior‑high students, with the curriculum, teaching materials and funding to be prepared by the education, transport and safety agencies.
Pending in the committeeSen. Rodante D. Marcoleta - SB 24· Filed Jul 2, 2025Walkable and Bikeable Communities Act
The Walkable and Bikeable Communities Act proposes a nationwide system of bike lanes, sidewalks and low‑speed streets, to be built within a year, with the goal of making walking and cycling safer, reducing traffic jams and pollution, and improving public health.
Pending in the committeeSen. Pia S. Cayetano - SB 9· Filed Jul 2, 2025Filipino Commuters' Rights and Welfare Act of 2025
The bill would make it a government priority to give every commuter safe, affordable and reliable transport, build sidewalks and bike lanes everywhere, keep public‑transport stops close to homes, and give public transport priority over private cars.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 1016· Filed Aug 6, 2025Magna Carta of Commuters
The Magna Carta of Commuters would guarantee safe, affordable, and accessible public transport, require sidewalks and bike lanes, give priority to buses and jeepneys over private cars, set air‑quality standards, and create a new Office of Commuter Affairs to enforce these rules.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 1278· Filed Aug 27, 2025Road Discipline and Safety Education Act
The bill would add road safety lessons to senior high schools, train teachers, and give students a free driver’s permit after they finish the course and pass exams.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - SB 528· Filed Jul 14, 2025Urban Walkability and Safe Pathways Standards Act
The Urban Walkability and Safe Pathways Standards Act would require new bridges and toll roads to have separate sidewalks and bike lanes, set up a nationwide network of safe walking and cycling routes, roll out the network to all cities over six years, and create awards to encourage good transport projects.
Pending in the committeeSen. Loren B. Legarda - SB 1943· Filed Mar 9, 2026Transportation Network Service Act
The bill would treat ride‑hailing firms like traditional taxis, require them to get a licence from the LTFRB, make drivers pass background checks, force companies to send electronic receipts and report trips to the tax office, and set safety rules such as a zero‑tolerance drug‑and‑alcohol policy.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 356· Filed Jul 10, 2025Motorcycles-For-Hire Act
The bill would officially label motorcycles used for hire as public utility vehicles, set safety and registration rules, and let owners operate them alone or through a digital ride‑hailing platform.
Pending in the committeeSen. Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa - SB 10· Filed Jul 2, 2025Motorcycle-For-Hire Act
The Motorcycle‑for‑Hire Act would make motorcycle taxis a legal public‑utility service, set safety and vehicle standards, require operators to obtain permits, and establish rules on fares, training, and accident response.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 442· Filed Jul 10, 2025Transportation Network Service Act
The Transportation Network Service Act would require ride‑hailing companies to obtain a permit, follow vehicle‑safety and zero‑tolerance drug/alcohol rules, disclose fares and receipts, protect passenger data, and face penalties for violations.
Pending in the committeeSen. Raffy T. Tulfo - SB 2169· Filed May 25, 2026Public Safety Signages Accountability Act
The bill would require the DPWH, MMDA and local governments to build, install and keep traffic signs and road markings in good condition, follow national and international standards, and penalize officials who fail to do so.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 93· Filed Jul 3, 2025Magna Carta of Commuters
The Magna Carta of Commuters proposes nationwide rules to guarantee safe, affordable, and accessible public transport, require sidewalks and bike lanes, set emission standards, and give priority to walking, cycling, and mass transit over private cars.
Pending in the committeeSen. Mark A. Villar - SB 751· Filed Jul 29, 2025Motorcydes-For-Hire Act
The bill creates a law that treats motorcycles used for hire as public‑utility vehicles, sets safety, registration and insurance rules, and lets local governments regulate them.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 98· Filed Jul 3, 2025Road Safety and Comprehensive Driver's Education Act
The bill would add road‑safety lessons for elementary students and driver‑education courses for high‑school and college students into the Philippines’ K‑12 school system.
Pending in the committeeSen. Mark A. Villar - SB 187· Filed Jul 7, 2025Free Transportation of Relief Goods Act
The bill would require transport companies, both public and private, to move donated relief items to disaster‑hit areas at no cost, waive port and airport fees, and give carriers a full tax deduction for the expenses they incur.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - SB 973· Filed Aug 5, 2025Public Utility Vehicle Drivers Act
The bill would extend social security, health, housing and compensation benefits to public‑utility‑vehicle drivers, require their operators to match the drivers’ contributions, create livelihood‑credit assistance, and mandate safety retraining every two years.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 1110· Filed Aug 7, 2025Bill or Rights of Passengers of Taxis, Tourist Car Transport Services and Other Vechicles for Hire
The bill would create a set of rights for people who ride taxis, tourist‑car services and other hire‑vehicles, and would require drivers and operators to follow safety, service and information standards, with fines and education for violations.
Pending in the committeeSen. Win T. Gatchalian - SB 443· Filed Jul 10, 2025Motorcycles-For-Hire Act
The Motorcycles‑for‑Hire Act would legalize motorcycle taxis, require riders to be licensed, set safety and speed rules, and make digital platforms the main way to book rides.
Pending in the committeeSen. Raffy T. Tulfo - SB 353· Filed Jul 10, 2025Tricycle Operators and Drivers' Association (Toda) Act
The TODA Act would create a national framework that guarantees tricycle drivers and operators’ rights, simplifies the permit process with a capped fee, and requires every city or municipality to set up a one‑stop shop that processes permits within three days.
Pending in the committeeSen. Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa - SB 490· Filed Jul 14, 2025Imprudence or Negligence of a Common Carrier
The bill seeks to raise criminal penalties for bus, ship, airline and other common‑carrier operators who act negligently and cause injury or death.
Pending in the committeeSen. Francis "Chiz" G. Escudero - SB 293· Filed Jul 9, 2025Mindanao Railways Development Act
The bill proposes to set up a new government agency, the Mindanao Railways Authority (MRA), under the Department of Transportation, to plan, build, run and maintain a railway system across Mindanao.
Pending in the committeeSen. Juan Miguel "Migz" F. Zubiri - SB 84· Filed Jul 3, 2025Magna Carta of Commuters
The bill creates a “Magna Carta of Commuters” that declares mobility a basic right and sets standards for safe, affordable, and accessible public transport. It requires every city and town to provide sidewalks, bike lanes and transport stops within 500 m of homes, limits waiting times to 10 minutes, offers fare discounts for vulnerable groups, and creates new agencies to monitor transport data, enforce standards, and help commuters.
Pending in the committeeSen. Raffy T. Tulfo - SB 943· Filed Aug 5, 2025Bus Drivers and Conductors Compensation Act
The bill would require public‑utility bus operators to pay drivers and conductors a fixed monthly salary (at least the legal minimum wage), limit daily driving to eight hours with a one‑hour rest, and impose fines and possible franchise suspension for non‑compliance.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 915· Filed Aug 5, 2025Public Safety Signages Accountability Act
The bill seeks tighter rules and oversight for building, placing, and caring for road and hazard signs to keep the public safe.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 1133· Filed Aug 7, 2025Comprehensive Road Safety Education Act
The bill would add road‑safety lessons for young children and driver‑education lessons for older students into the existing K‑12 school system.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 1277· Filed Aug 27, 2025Phlippine Bicycle Act
The Philippine Bicycle Act proposes a national program to make cycling a mainstream, safe, and affordable way to travel. It would require new bike lanes, parking, and education, give cyclists rights similar to drivers, and offer tax breaks to employers and bike makers.
Pending in the committeeSen. Camille A. Villar - SB 1903· Filed Feb 25, 2026Mindanao Railways Development Act
The bill would set up a new government agency, the Mindanao Railways Authority, under the Department of Transportation to build, run and look after rail lines across Mindanao.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jv Ejercito - SB 870· Filed Aug 4, 2025Mobility Relief Act
The Mobility Relief Act creates a new national office, led by a Mobility Czar, to coordinate fast‑track solutions for the severe traffic and transport problems in Metro Manila, Metro Cebu and Davao City.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 576· Filed Jul 14, 2025Magna Carta of Tricycle Drivers and Operators
The bill would create a Magna Carta for tricycle drivers, guaranteeing rights, health and social benefits, faster permit processing, and a shift to cleaner vehicles.
Pending in the committeeSen. Risa Hontiveros - SB 1549· Filed Nov 24, 2025Magna Carta of Commuters
The Magna Carta of Commuters would make safe, reliable, and affordable public transport a right for all Filipinos, require sidewalks and bike lanes, set limits on wait times, give priority to buses and trains over private cars, and create a new Office of Commuter Affairs to enforce these rules.
Pending in the committeeSen. Erwin T. Tulfo - SB 919· Filed Aug 5, 2025Priority Seating for the Elderly Act
The proposed Priority Seating for the Elderly Act would make every public bus, jeepney, train, airplane and ship set aside the best seats for senior citizens. Transport companies that ignore the rule could lose their franchise, be fined or face jail time, and the rules must be written within 60 days after the law takes effect.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 653· Filed Jul 15, 2025Magna Carta for Tricycle Drivers and Operators
The bill proposes a “Magna Carta” for tricycle drivers and operators that would simplify licensing, cap fees at ₱1,000, set safety and route rules, give drivers rights to insurance and training, and require local governments to create one‑stop centers for processing permits.
Pending in the committeeSen. Imee R. Marcos - SB 1012· Filed Aug 6, 2025International Maritime Trade Competitiveness Act
The bill seeks to make Philippine ports cheaper and faster by forcing shipping companies to publish their rates, limiting extra fees, and giving government agencies new powers to monitor and punish unfair practices.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada - SB 545· Filed Jul 14, 2025Anti-Wang Wang Act
The Anti‑Wang Wang Act bans the use of emergency lights and sirens on private or non‑emergency vehicles, sets penalties for violators, and creates a system for permits, enforcement, and public education.
Pending in the committeeSen. Joel Villanueva - SB 907· Filed Aug 5, 2025Road Safety and Comprehensive Driver's Education Act
The bill creates a Road Safety and Comprehensive Driver’s Education Act that adds road‑safety lessons to elementary school and driver‑education lessons to high school curricula.
Pending in the committeeSen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada
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