Humanitarian assistance
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2025
The bill proposes the creation of the Department of Disaster and Emergency Management, which will consolidate existing disaster management functions and improve the country's response to disasters and emergencies.
RIGHTS OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS ACT
The Rights of Internally Displaced Persons Act aims to protect the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Philippines, detailing their rights, establishing penalties for arbitrary displacement, and creating mechanisms for assistance and oversight.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE DEPARTMENT (ERD) ACT
The Emergency Response Department (ERD) Act aims to create a specialized agency for disaster risk reduction and management in the Philippines, addressing the increasing risks from natural disasters and climate change. It establishes the Emergency Response Department (ERD) to coordinate and implement disaster response and preparedness efforts across the country.