Justice
Committee on Committee on Justice and Human Rights
HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS PROTECTION ACT
The Human Rights Defenders Protection Act seeks to clarify the rights of human rights defenders and the responsibilities of the state to protect these rights. It is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights.
UNIFIED CRIMINAL CLEARANCE SYSTEM
The bill proposes to create a Unified Criminal Clearance System by merging the existing National Police Clearance System and the National Bureau of Investigation Clearance System. It is currently pending in the committee.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 10586 (ANTI-DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING ACT OF 2013)
The bill, titled 'An Act Amending Republic Act No. 10586 Otherwise Known as the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013', aims to make changes to existing laws regarding drunk and drugged driving. It was filed on May 25, 2026, and is currently pending in the committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs.
COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS (CHR) CHARTER ACT
The bill titled 'Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Charter Act' seeks to enhance the role and functions of the CHR as a national human rights institution. It was filed on May 25, 2026, and is currently pending in the committee on Justice and Human Rights.
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF STATE COUNSEL ACT
The bill, titled 'Office of the Chief State Counsel Act', seeks to enhance the legal staff of the Department of Justice by renaming it and reorganizing its structure. It is currently pending in the committee.
EXPANDING THE COVERAGE OF R.A. NO. 10883 (NEW ANTI-CARNAPPING ACT)
The bill SBN-2138 seeks to broaden the scope of the New Anti-Carnapping Act to cover situations where motor vehicles are taken through deceit or fraudulent methods. It is currently pending in the committee for further discussion.
STRENGTHENING THE ANTI-DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING ACT
The bill, titled 'Strengthening the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act', seeks to enhance the mechanisms for addressing driving under the influence of alcohol and dangerous drugs. It proposes amendments to the existing law from 2013. The bill is currently pending in the committee responsible for public order and dangerous drugs.
JAIL NO-DRONE ZONE ACT
The Jail No-Drone Zone Act seeks to ban drone operations near jails to enhance security and includes penalties for those who violate this rule.
COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS CHARTER
The bill titled 'An Act Strengthening the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) as a National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) and for Other Purposes' was filed on March 19, 2026. It is currently pending in the Committee on Justice and Human Rights and focuses on the Commission on Human Rights.
ANTI-TICKET SCALPING ACT
The Anti-Ticket Scalping Act seeks to make it illegal to sell or buy admission tickets through unauthorized channels and sets penalties for such actions. The bill is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
FALSE CLAIMS ACT
The False Claims Act is a proposed law that seeks to address financial fraud against public funds by enabling private citizens to file lawsuits for false claims on behalf of the government. It is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights.
EXPANDED OMBUDSMAN ACT
The Expanded Ombudsman Act seeks to amend specific sections of the existing Ombudsman Act of 1989 and includes provisions for funding. It is currently under review by the Justice and Human Rights committee.
BUREAU OF IMMIGRATION MODERNIZATION ACT
The Bureau of Immigration Modernization Act seeks to update and improve the Bureau of Immigration's structure and operations, including enhancing the compensation for its employees. The bill is currently pending in the committee.
AMENDING ART. 156, 223 AND 224 OF ACT NO. 3815 (THE REVISED PENAL CODE)
The bill proposes to amend the Revised Penal Code to impose higher penalties for the delivery of prisoners from jail and for infidelity in the custody of prisoners. It is currently pending in the committee on Justice and Human Rights.