#House Bill AI Law in PH

Diokno, together with some other lawmakers, filed House Bill No. The House of Representatives of the Philippines approved House Bill No. Meanwhile, bill sponsor Irwin Tieng said existing rules from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and current data privacy laws already provide protection for users. House Bill 8468 still needs approval on third and final reading before it can move forward in the legislative process. The bill will proceed to the next stages of the legislative process before it can become law. The Konektadong Pinoy bill, a measure aimed at expanding internet access and making connectivity more affordable, has officially lapsed into law after the Palace took no action within the 30-day deadline. Read more in our articles including "House bill seeks new rules for AI use in the Philippines" and "House approves Digital Payments Bill on second reading".