HB06772: Enacted into law "RA11038" on June 22, 2018 | ENSURING THE PRESERVATION AND MANAGEMENT OF PROTECTED AREAS
This bill aims to amend the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1992 to enhance the preservation and management of protected areas in the Philippines. It emphasizes the importance of protecting and maintaining the country's biodiversity for the benefit of both the environment and its people.
The bill recognizes the role of indigenous peoples (IPs) and local communities in managing protected areas, ensuring their participation in conservation efforts.