HB05501: AN ACT PROHIBITING THE ACCEPTANCE, PROCESSING, AND APPROVAL OF APPLICATIONS FOR LAND USE CONVERSION OF AGRICULTURAL LANDS, IRRIGATED LANDS, AND IRRIGABLE LANDS14 TO NON-AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES
This bill aims to protect the country's agricultural lands and ensure food security for the people. It proposes a prohibition on the conversion of prime agricultural lands, irrigated lands, and irrigable lands to non-agricultural uses. This aims to prevent the further decline of the country's agricultural capacity and promote the welfare of farmers and fisherfolk.