Every republic act from 1946 to today, in plain language, with readable full text and links you can share straight to a section.
The Data Privacy Act of 2012 establishes the legal framework for protecting personal information in the Philippines. It creates the National Privacy Commission, defines key terms, sets out the scope of the law, outlines obligations for data controllers and processors, and provides enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance.
An act defining cybercrime, providing for prevention, investigation, suppression, penalties, and other purposes related to the protection of computer systems and information.
Republic Act No. 9262 defines various forms of violence against women and their children, establishes protective measures for victims, outlines penalties, and aims to safeguard human rights and family integrity.
This act establishes the legal framework for consumer protection in the Philippines, defining key terms, setting standards for business conduct, and providing mechanisms for consumer rights and redress.
Republic Act No. 11223, known as the Universal Health Care Act, establishes a comprehensive framework for universal health coverage in the Philippines. It sets forth principles, objectives, and definitions that guide the integration of health services, promote equitable access, and protect citizens from financial hardship. The law also appropriates funds to support the implementation of these reforms.
This law revises the Corporation Code, establishing definitions, classifications, and regulations for corporations, their shares, and corporate governance in the Philippines.
The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012 establishes a national policy on responsible parenthood and reproductive health, guaranteeing reproductive health services and protecting the rights of mothers, unborn children, and families while promoting gender equality and family planning.
An act instituting the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, repealing RA 6425, providing funds for drug control, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and enforcement.
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