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Lifeline Rate

Measures (4)
SBN-2112bill · in_committee

AMENDING SEC. 73 OF R. A. NO. 9136, ELECTRIC POWER INDUSTRY REFORM ACT OF 2001

This bill proposes to amend Section 73 of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001 to establish a lifeline rate for marginalized electricity consumers, with costs shared equally between the national government and private distribution utilities.

Filed May 6, 2026
SBN-1817bill · in_committee

PUBLIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLICY ACT OF THE PHILIPPINES

This bill aims to implement a lifeline rate for internet services in the Philippines, amending Section 17 of the Public Telecommunications Policy Act to provide discounts for marginalized internet users.

Filed Feb 10, 2026
SBN-451bill · in_committee

LIFELINE RATE FOR INTERNET SERVICES ACT

The Lifeline Rate for Internet Services Act aims to establish a discounted internet rate for low-income households, amending existing telecommunications regulations to include a lifeline rate for marginalized users.

Filed Jul 10, 2025
SBN-63bill · in_committee

AMENDING THE ELECTRIC POWER INDUSTRY REFORM ACT (LIFELINE RATE)

This bill aims to amend the Electric Power Industry Reform Act to enhance the Lifeline Rate, providing subsidies to marginalized households consuming 135 kWh or less of electricity per month.

Filed Jul 3, 2025