Republic Acts, Plain Language.

Eddie Garcia Act (RA 11996) Philippines 2024 — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Eddie Garcia Act protects movie and TV workers in the Philippines. Learn your rights on hours, safety, pay, and contracts. Plain Filipino explained.

Ease of Paying Taxes Act (RA 11976) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11976 simplifies tax filing for Filipinos. Micro and small businesses get reduced penalties, simpler ITR forms, and can now file taxes anywhere — not just at their RDO.

Permanent Validity of PSA Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates Philippines 2022 — BatasKo ELI5

Your old PSA/NSO birth, marriage, or death certificate is still valid forever. No need to get a new copy just because it's 'too old.' Here's what RA 11909 means for you.

Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022 (RA 11862) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11862 expands the Philippines' anti-trafficking law to cover online abuse, social media platforms, and child sexual exploitation material. Know your rights and how to report.

Expanded Solo Parent Welfare Act Philippines (RA 11861) — BatasKo

RA 11861 expanded solo parent rights — 7-day parental leave, 10% discounts, flexible work, and DSWD priority. Know who qualifies and how to get your Solo Parent ID.

Timbangan ng Bayan Philippines 2022 — BatasKo ELI5

Libre na timbangan sa palengke! Alamin kung paano protektado ka ng Timbangan ng Bayan Law (RA 11706) sa mga daya sa timbang ng binibili mo.

Age of Sexual Consent Philippines 2022 (RA 11648) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11648 raised the age of sexual consent to 16 in the Philippines. Learn what this means for parents, teachers, health workers, and communities.

Department of Migrant Workers Act (RA 11641) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11641 created the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) in 2021 to replace POEA and centralize OFW protection. Know your rights and who is responsible for protecting you.

Child Marriage Philippines 2021: RA 11596 Explained — BatasKo ELI5

Child marriage is illegal and void in the Philippines under RA 11596. Learn the penalties, who can be charged, and what to do if you witness it.

Voter Registration Deadline 2022 Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang huling araw ng voter registration para sa 2022 elections? Alamin ang deadline, steps, at kung paano mag-register kahit OFW ka.

Salary Standardization Law of 2019 (RA 11466) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Salary Standardization Law of 2019? Alamin kung paano ito nagbabago ng sweldo ng government employees — at kung may epekto ito sa OFWs.

Service Charge Law Philippines (RA 11360) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang service charge sa restaurant o hotel ay dapat ibigay sa inyo nang buo. Alamin kung paano ito gumagana at ano ang gagawin kung hindi kayo binibigyan.

Safe Spaces Act Philippines (RA 11313) — BatasKo ELI5

Catcalling, groping, online harassment — lahat covered ng Safe Spaces Act. Alamin ang iyong rights sa kalye, trabaho, at online. Plain Filipino English.

Social Welfare Attaché Philippines (RA 11299) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Social Welfare Attaché? Paano nila tinutulungan ang mga OFW sa distress? Simple explanation ng RA 11299 para sa lahat.

Seal of Good Local Governance Act (RA 11292) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11292 creates the Seal of Good Local Governance — a reward system for LGUs that pass on transparency, health, education, and safety. Learn how it affects your city or town.

First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act (RA 11261) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Bagong trabaho? Free NBI, police clearance, barangay clearance, at iba pa — first time jobseekers lang. Alamin kung paano ito gamitin.

Mandatory PhilHealth Coverage for PWDs Philippines 2019 — BatasKo ELI5

PWDs in the Philippines get free PhilHealth coverage paid by the government. Learn what RA 11228 means for you, your family, and how to claim your rights.

OFW Handbook Rights Philippines 2019 — BatasKo ELI5

May karapatan kang malaman ang iyong rights bago umalis ng Pilipinas. Ang OFW Handbook Act ay nag-aatas sa POEA na ibigay ito sa iyo — libre.

Universal Health Care Act (RA 11223) — BatasKo ELI5

Lahat ng Pilipino ay awtomatikong miyembro na ng PhilHealth. Alamin kung ano ang ibig sabihin nito para sa iyong pamilya, ospital, at contribution mo.

BSP Charter Amendment Act (RA 11211) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11211 upgraded the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas charter. Learn what changed, why it matters for your bank, and what this means for everyday Filipinos.

105-Day Maternity Leave Philippines (RA 11210) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang 105-day maternity leave sa Pilipinas? Lahat ng kailangan mong malaman — private, government, solo mom, OFW. Simple, tapat, actionable.

Political Ad Rates Philippines 2019 — BatasKo ELI5

Candidates must get 50% TV, 40% radio, 10% print discounts on political ads. Know your rights as a voter and what this means for fair elections.

Social Security Act of 2018 (RA 11199) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang bagong SSS law ng Pilipinas. Learn your SSS rights, contribution rates, sickness pay, maternity, retirement, and OFW coverage under RA 11199.

Occupational Safety and Health Act (RA 11058) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 11058 ay nagbibigay sa iyo ng karapatang magtrabaho sa ligtas na lugar. Alamin ang iyong rights bilang manggagawa sa Pilipinas.

Philippine Identification System Act (RA 11055) — BatasKo ELI5

Isa lang ang kailangan mong ID para sa lahat ng transaksyon sa Pilipinas. Alamin kung paano makuha ang iyong PhilSys ID at ano ang iyong mga karapatan.

Bangsamoro Organic Law (RA 11054) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Bangsamoro Organic Law? Alamin ang RA 11054 — pagbubuo ng BARMM, parliamentary government, Shari'ah courts, at karapatan ng Bangsamoro people sa Mindanao.

Mental Health Act (RA 11036) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11036 ang Mental Health Act ng 2018. Lahat ng Pilipino ay may karapatang sa mental health care — kabilang ang lihim na paggamot, proteksyon sa diskriminasyon, at libreng access sa serbisyo. Alamin ang iyong karapatan.

Ease of Doing Business Act (RA 11032) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 11032 ay nagtatakda ng processing time limits sa lahat ng government transactions. Simple: 3 days. Complex: 7 days. Automatic approval kung late ang government. No fixers allowed.

TRAIN Law (RA 10963) Income Tax ELI5 — BatasKo

RA 10963 ang TRAIN Law — binago ang income tax rates sa Pilipinas. Kung kumikita ka ng ₱250,000 o wala pang bawat taon, zero ang income tax mo. Alamin ang full tax table.

SPES Student Employment Program Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

Ang SPES ay nagbibigay ng bayad na trabaho sa estudyante at OSY. Ang gobyerno ang nagbabayad ng 40%. Alamin ang iyong karapatan ngayon.

Anti-Age Discrimination in Employment Act (RA 10911) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Binibigyan ka ng trabaho dahil sa kakayahan mo, hindi sa edad mo. Alamin kung paano ka pinoprotektahan ng RA 10911 sa Pilipinas.

Anti-Mail Order Spouse Act Philippines (RA 10906) — BatasKo ELI5

Nagpa-register ka ba sa website na nag-match ng Filipinos sa foreigners para sa kasal? Maaaring ilegal iyon. Alamin ang RA 10906 ngayon.

Balanced Housing Development Program (RA 10884) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10884 nagre-require sa mga developer ng subdivisions at condos na maglaan ng 15% ng project cost para sa socialized housing. Alamin kung paano ito nagpoprotekta sa karapatang makatahanan ng mga Pilipino.

Sadanga Tech-Voc High School Act (RA 10869) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10869 ay nagko-convert ng Sadanga National High School sa Mountain Province bilang isang technical-vocational high school. Alamin kung paano nakakatulong ang tech-voc schools sa kabataan.

Social Work Board Exam Requirements Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10847 lowers the board exam age to 18, adds CPD requirements, and upgrades social worker licensing rules. Here's what it means for you.

OWWA Benefits Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang OWWA at paano ka protektado bilang OFW? Membership, benefits, at kung paano mag-claim — explained in plain Filipino-English.

Racehorse Jockey Retirement Age Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10789 lowers the mandatory retirement age of licensed racehorse jockeys from 60 to 55. Know your rights, SSS benefits, and what PHILRACOM requires.

Surface Mine Worker Retirement Age Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

Surface mine workers in the Philippines can retire at 50, not 60. Learn who qualifies, how much you get, and what to do if your employer refuses.

Election Service Reform Act (RA 10756) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Public school teachers can now say no to election duty. Learn who serves, how much they're paid, and what happens if someone dies or gets hurt.

PWD Discount Philippines 2016 — BatasKo ELI5

20% discount + VAT exemption for PWDs on medicine, transport, hospitals, restaurants & more. Know your rights under RA 10754.

SK Reform Act (RA 10742) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10742 ang Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015. Binago nito ang SK system — bagong qualifications, 3-year terms, 10% barangay fund para sa kabataan, at mandatory training. Alamin ang karapatan ng kabataan.

NLRC Philippines 2016 — What the Labor Relations Commission Does for You | BatasKo ELI5

Naalis ka sa trabaho at di ka binayaran ng tama? Alamin kung paano ka tutulungan ng NLRC — in plain Filipino English. BatasKo explains RA 10741.

PESO Public Employment Service Office Philippines 2015 — BatasKo ELI5

Libreng trabaho-matching, career counselling, at OFW reintegration sa iyong LGU. Alamin kung paano gumagana ang PESO at paano ito magagamit mo.

Premature Marriage Law Philippines Repealed (RA 10655) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10655 repealed the old law that criminalized 'premature marriage' for women. Learn what this means for widows, annulled spouses, and Filipinas abroad.

13th Month Pay Tax Exemption Philippines 2015 — BatasKo ELI5

Ang iyong 13th month pay ay tax-exempt hanggang ₱82,000. Alamin kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyong sweldo at kung ano ang dapat mong gawin.

Mandatory PhilHealth Coverage for Senior Citizens Philippines 2014 — BatasKo ELI5

All Filipino senior citizens get free PhilHealth coverage by law. Learn what RA 10645 means for your lola, lolo, and family — in plain Filipino-English.

Philippine Lemon Law (RA 10642) — BatasKo ELI5

Brand new car keeps breaking down? RA 10642 gives you the right to demand a replacement or full refund. Here's exactly how it works.

Sangguniang Kabataan Elections Postponement (RA 10632) Philippines 2013 — BatasKo ELI5

Ano nangyari sa SK elections ng 2013? Alamin kung paano inantala ng RA 10632 ang SK polls at kung ano ang ibig sabihin nito sa kabataang Pilipino.

Anti-Bullying Act (RA 10627) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10627 ang Anti-Bullying Act ng 2013. Lahat ng paaralan ay kailangang may patakaran laban sa bullying — physical, verbal, at cyberbullying. Know your child's rights.

Overseas Voting Act of 2013 (RA 10590) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano bumoto ang mga OFW sa ibang bansa? Alamin ang Overseas Voting Act of 2013 — registration, voting period, and your rights as a Filipino voter abroad.

PWD Employment Quota Expansion (RA 10524) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10524 reserves at least 1% of government positions for PWDs and encourages private companies with 100+ employees to do the same. Equal pay, equal benefits — alamin ang karapatan ng mga PWD sa trabaho.

National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children — BatasKo ELI5

Every November 25, Filipino schools, offices, and barangays are required to hold anti-VAWC activities. Here's what that means for you.

Mandatory Labor Conciliation-Mediation (RA 10396) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10396 requires all labor disputes to go through mandatory conciliation-mediation (SENA) before filing at NLRC. Libre ito at mabilis — alamin kung paano ito gumagana.

Local Absentee Voting for Media (RA 10380) — BatasKo ELI5

Reporters, camera crews, and media support staff can vote on Election Day even if assigned far from home. Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa RA 10380.

Mandatory Biometrics Voter Registration Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Hindi ka makakapagboto kung deactivated ang registration mo. Alamin kung paano gumagana ang biometrics voter registration at paano i-reactivate ang iyong boto.

Accessible Polling Places for PWDs and Senior Citizens Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10366 gives PWDs and senior citizens exclusive precincts at accessible polling places. Learn your rights, how to register, and what to do on election day.

Expanded Anti-Trafficking Act Philippines (RA 10364) — BatasKo

RA 10364 expanded RA 9208 — stricter penalties, wider definitions of trafficking, and stronger protections for OFWs. Life imprisonment for qualified trafficking.

Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Batas Kasambahay explained in plain Filipino-English: rights of kasambahay, employer duties, wages, and what to do if rights are violated.

RH Law Explained (RA 10354) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10354, ang RH Law ng Pilipinas — libre na family planning sa public health centers, bawal ang iyong employer na tanggalin ka dahil buntis ka. Alamin ang iyong mga karapatan.

Sin Tax Reform Law (RA 10351) — BatasKo ELI5

Bakit napakamahal ng sigarilyo at alak sa Pilipinas? Ang RA 10351 ay ang batas na nagdaragdag ng buwis sa alkohol at tabako — at ginagamit ang pera para sa universal healthcare.

Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Cybercrime Prevention Act? Alamin kung anong online acts ang ilegal sa Pilipinas, ano ang penalties, at paano ka protektado — in plain Filipino English.

Data Privacy Act (RA 10173) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 10173 o Data Privacy Act of 2012 ay nagpoprotekta sa iyong personal na impormasyon. Alamin ang iyong rights bilang data subject at paano mag-complain sa NPC.

Birthdate & Sex Correction Without Court (RA 10172) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10172 allows you to fix wrong day/month of birth or sex in your birth certificate at the civil registry — walang kailangan pang pumunta sa korte. Step-by-step guide.

Anti-Money Laundering Amendment (RA 10167) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10167 strengthens the AMLA law — freeze orders na agad sa 24 horas, at pwedeng tingnan ng AMLC ang iyong bank account. Alamin ang iyong mga karapatan.

ARMM Election Synchronization Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10153 synced ARMM elections with national polls. Here's what it means for Filipino voters, OFWs, and why it still matters today.

Night Worker Rights Philippines 2011 — BatasKo ELI5

Working the graveyard shift? RA 10151 gives night workers in the Philippines real legal protections — health checks, safe facilities, and more.

GOCC Governance Act (RA 10149) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 10149 ang GOCC Governance Act of 2011 — nagtatakda ng transparency, salary caps, at accountability sa mga government-owned corporations tulad ng SSS, GSIS, MWSS.

Survivorship Benefits for Spouses of Retired Constitutional Commission Officials — BatasKo ELI5

Asawa ng retired COA, COMELEC, CSC, o Ombudsman official? Alamin ang iyong karapatang makatanggap ng survivorship benefits under RA 10084.

Health Workers' Day Philippines (May 7) — BatasKo ELI5

May 7 is Health Workers' Day in the Philippines. Learn who counts as a health worker, what the holiday means, and your rights as a health employee.

Migrant Workers Act (RA 10022) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang mga karapatan mo bilang OFW? Ang RA 10022 protects Filipino workers abroad — deployment rules, illegal recruitment, and what to do kung may problema.

Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act (RA 9995) — BatasKo ELI5

Nahuli kang nag-share ng intimate photos nang walang pahintulot? RA 9995 punishes photo/video voyeurism with up to 7 years prison and ₱500K fine.

Senior Citizens Act Philippines (RA 9994) — BatasKo ELI5

Lahat ng benepisyo ng senior citizens sa Pilipinas: 20% diskwento, VAT exemption, libreng gamot, at higit pa. Plain-language guide para sa inyo.

Magna Carta for Homeowners (RA 9904) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan mo bilang homeowner? RA 9904 protects subdivision and village residents. Know your rights vs HOA overreach. Plain language guide.

Legitimation of Children Born to Minor Parents Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Kung magpakasal ang mga magulang mo kahit teenage parents sila noon, pwede kang maging lehitimong anak. RA 9858 explained in simple Filipino-English.

Anti-Child Pornography Act (RA 9775) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang child pornography sa ilalim ng batas? Bakit may responsibilidad ang mga ISP? Ang RA 9775 ay nagtatakda ng mabigat na parusa para sa lahat ng may kaugnayan sa child sexual exploitation material.

Anti-Torture Act of 2009 (RA 9745) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9745 ay nagbabawal ng torture at malupit na pagtrato ng mga pulis, militar, at opisyal ng gobyerno sa mga detenido. Alamin ang iyong karapatan kung ikaw ay arestado o detenido sa Pilipinas.

Cebu Technological University Act (RA 9744) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9744 ay nagtatag ng Cebu Technological University (CTU) mula sa dating Cebu State College of Science and Technology. Alamin ang mandato, mga programa, at karapatan ng mga estudyante.

Magna Carta of Women Philippines (RA 9710) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Magna Carta of Women? Alamin ang iyong mga karapatan bilang Pilipinang babae — sa trabaho, sa paaralan, at sa batas. Plain language guide.

Pag-IBIG Fund Law (RA 9679) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9679 o Home Development Mutual Fund Law ay nag-aatas ng mandatory Pag-IBIG contributions para sa lahat ng empleyado. Housing loans, savings, at OFW membership — lahat nandito.

Rent Control Act Philippines (RA 9653) — BatasKo

RA 9653 caps rent increases at 7% per year for units renting ₱10,000 or below. Learn your rights as a tenant — legal eviction, deposit limits, and what landlords cannot do.

PNU National Center for Teacher Education (RA 9647) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9647 ginawa ang Philippine Normal University bilang National Center for Teacher Education sa Pilipinas. Alamin kung paano nakakaapekto ito sa mga guro at estudyante ng education.

SPES Law Philippines 2009 (RA 9547) — BatasKo ELI5

Estudyante ka ba na kailangan ng trabaho? Alamin kung paano ka makakakuha ng bayad sa ilalim ng SPES Law — kasama ang 40% voucher para sa tuition.

DSWD Child Adoption Certification (RA 9523) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9523 ay nag-aatas na kailangan ng DSWD certification bago maging legal ang adoption ng bata. Alamin ang proseso, karapatan ng bata, at kung paano mag-apply.

Philippine Cooperative Code of 2008 (RA 9520) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9520 is the Philippine Cooperative Code. Learn how to form a cooperative, member rights, tax exemptions up to ₱10M reserves, and how OFW cooperatives work.

Minimum Wage Earner Tax Exemption (RA 9504) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9504 exempts minimum wage earners from income tax in the Philippines. No income tax, no tax return required, and holiday pay is also exempt. Know your rights.

Holiday Rationalization Act (RA 9492) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9492 moved most Philippine holidays to the nearest Monday to create long weekends. Know which holidays are fixed and which move — and what this means for your holiday pay.

Anti-Red Tape Act (RA 9485) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9485 gives Filipinos the right to fast government service — 5 days for simple requests, 10 for complex ones. Fixers face 6 years in prison. Plain-language guide.

Right to Form a Union Philippines (RA 9481) — BatasKo ELI5

Pwede kang mag-organisa ng union sa trabaho mo. RA 9481 explains who can join, how to register, and what your employer cannot do. Plain Filipino guide.

Amended Magna Carta for Persons with Disability (RA 9442) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9442 ay nagbibigay ng 20% discount sa lahat ng PWDs sa Pilipinas — gamot, pagkain, transportasyon, ospital, at iba pa. Alamin ang iyong karapatan.

Magna Carta for Public Social Workers Philippines 2007 — BatasKo ELI5

Know your rights as a government social worker in the Philippines. Hazard pay, on-call rules, retirement benefits — explained in plain Filipino-English.

POEA Regulatory Powers Philippines 2007 — BatasKo ELI5

Ang POEA ba ay talagang nagpoprotekta sa iyo bago ka mag-abroad? Alamin kung paano gumagana ang RA 9422 para sa mga OFW at job seekers.

Automated Election System Philippines 2007 — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang automated voting sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang iyong mga karapatan sa ilalim ng RA 9369 — mula sa VVPAT hanggang source code review.

National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Sinampahan ka ng kaso sa NLRC o gusto mong mag-reklamo sa employer? Alamin kung paano gumagana ang NLRC at ano ang mga karapatan mo.

Death Penalty Abolition (RA 9346) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9346 abolished the death penalty in the Philippines in 2006. All death sentences converted to reclusion perpetua. Plain-language guide for Filipinos.

Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (RA 9344) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang mangyayari sa batang nahuli ng pulis? RA 9344 protects children in conflict with the law — CICL rights, minimum age of criminal responsibility, and diversion. Know the law.

Barangay and SK Elections Reset Law (RA 9340) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9340 moved the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections to the last Monday of October 2007 and every 3 years after. Learn what this scheduling law means for local governance in the Philippines.

Alcohol and Tobacco Excise Tax Law (RA 9334) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9334 raised excise taxes on alcohol and tobacco in the Philippines starting 2005, with automatic increases every 2 years until 2011. Learn what this tax law means for consumers and businesses.

ARMM Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide to RA 9333

Ano ang RA 9333? Alamin kung kailan ang regular na halalan sa ARMM, sino ang boto, at ano ang dapat malaman ng bawat Pilipino — kasama ang mga OFW.

Anti-VAWC Law Philippines (RA 9262) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang VAWC? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa ilalim ng RA 9262 — physical, sexual, psychological, at economic abuse, plus protection orders.

Senior Citizens Discount Philippines (RA 9257) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang 20% senior citizen discount sa Pilipinas — sino ang covered, saan applicable, at paano i-claim ang iyong benepisyo. Plain language guide.

Illegitimate Children Using Father's Surname Philippines 2004 — BatasKo ELI5

Can your anak use the father's last name even if hindi kasal? RA 9255 explains when it's allowed, how to do it, and what it means for your child. 150 chars

Child Labor Law Philippines (RA 9231) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ba talaga ang pinapayagan at ipinagbabawal ng batas sa working children? RA 9231 explained in plain Filipino English.

Dual Citizenship Law (RA 9225) — BatasKo ELI5

Naging American, Canadian, o Australian ka? Pwede kang maging Pilipino ulit sa ilalim ng RA 9225. Know how to recover your Philippine citizenship and what rights it gives you.

Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act Philippines (RA 9208) — BatasKo

RA 9208 criminalizes human trafficking in the Philippines — sexual exploitation, forced labor, debt bondage. Penalties reach life imprisonment. Know the red flags.

Overseas Absentee Voting Act Philippines (RA 9189) — BatasKo

RA 9189 gives every Filipino abroad the right to vote in national elections. Learn who qualifies, how to register at your embassy, and the OAV deadlines.

BMBE Act — Barangay Micro Business Enterprises (RA 9178) ELI5

RA 9178 gives small businesses below ₱3M in assets huge tax breaks and access to government loans. Learn how to register your sari-sari store or carinderia as a BMBE in the Philippines.

Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 (RA 9173) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 9173 ay nagtatakda ng standards para sa mga nars sa Pilipinas — board exam, licensure, minimum salary, at karapatan ng nurses sa trabaho. Para sa mga nars at pasyente.

Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act (RA 9165) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang sinasabi ng RA 9165? Plain-language guide sa Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 — penalties, rights, and what Filipinos need to know.

Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Who can vote and run in barangay and SK elections? Plain-language guide to RA 9164 — age limits, term limits, residency rules, and OFW voting rights.

Rental Reform Act Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide for Tenants

Alam mo ba ang iyong mga karapatan bilang tenant? Learn how RA 9161 protects you from illegal rent hikes, unfair deposits, and illegal eviction.

ARMM Elections and Plebiscite Philippines 2001 — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9140 set the date for the ARMM plebiscite and first regular elections. Learn what this law means for Mindanao voters and Filipino citizens.

Administrative Naturalization Law (RA 9139) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9139 allows aliens born and raised in the Philippines to apply for Filipino citizenship without going to court. Learn the requirements, costs, and process in plain language.

Expanded ARMM Organic Act (RA 9054) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang ARMM at paano ito nakakaapekto sa mga taga-Muslim Mindanao? RA 9054 expands autonomy for the Bangsamoro region. Know what it means for ordinary residents.

Clerical Error Law (RA 9048) — BatasKo ELI5

Mali ang pangalan mo sa birth certificate? OFW ka na may wrong name sa passport? Ang RA 9048 ay nagpapahintulot ng administrative correction ng civil registry nang walang court order.

ARMM Elections Reset Law (RA 9012) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 9012 pinagreseta ang halalan sa ARMM noong Setyembre 2001. Alamin kung bakit ito ginawa at ano ang kahulugan nito para sa mga botante sa Muslim Mindanao.

Fair Election Act (RA 9006) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang pinapayagan at bawal sa eleksyon propaganda? Ang Fair Election Act ng Pilipinas, simplified para sa bawat botante.

Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (RA 9003) — BatasKo ELI5

Bakit ipinagbabawal ang pagsusunog ng basura? Sino ang may responsibilidad sa waste segregation? Ang RA 9003 ay nagtatakda ng tamang paraan ng pamamahala ng basura sa Pilipinas.

Solo Parents' Welfare Act (RA 8972) — BatasKo ELI5

Sino ang solo parent ayon sa batas? Alamin ang RA 8972 — 7-day parental leave, flexible work schedule, housing benefits, at iba pang karapatan ng mga solo parent sa Pilipinas.

Electronic Commerce Act of 2000 (RA 8792) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 8792 o E-Commerce Act ay nagbibigay ng legal na katayuan sa mga online contract, e-signature, at digital na dokumento sa Pilipinas. Protektado ka sa online transactions — alamin ang iyong karapatan.

PESO Act Philippines (RA 8759) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang PESO at paano ka nito matutulungan mahanap ng trabaho? Free job placement, career counseling, at OFW reintegration — lahat libre sa inyong PESO.

Asset Privatization Trust Extension Act (RA 8758) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 8758 ay nagpahaba ng term ng Committee on Privatization at Asset Privatization Trust hanggang Disyembre 31, 2000, para tapusin ang privatization ng government assets. Isang procedural na batas para sa public fund management.

Philippine Clean Air Act (RA 8749) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 8749 ang Philippine Clean Air Act — nagbibigay sa iyo ng karapatang huminga ng malinis na hangin, nagbabawal sa smoke-belching na sasakyan, at nagpaparusa sa mga industriyang nagpopolusyon. Alamin ang iyong karapatan.

ARMM Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide to RA 8746

Ano ang ARMM elections at kailan ito? Alamin kung paano gumagana ang boto sa Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao at kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyo.

Underground Mine Worker Retirement Age Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Underground mine workers in the Philippines can retire at 50, not 60. Learn your rights under RA 8558 and what retirement pay you're entitled to.

PNP Reform and Reorganization Act (RA 8551) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 8551 ay nag-reform ng Philippine National Police — civilian oversight, internal affairs, women's desks, at kung paano ka mag-reklamo sa abusadong pulis. Alamin ang iyong karapatan.

Psychological Incapacity Philippines — No Expiration on Nullity Cases | BatasKo ELI5

Walang expiration date ang kaso ng psychological incapacity sa Pilipinas. Learn what RA 8533 means for your marriage under the Family Code.

Rape Victim Assistance and Protection Act (RA 8505) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 8505 ay nagtatayo ng Rape Crisis Centers sa bawat probinsya at lungsod. Libre ang medical, legal, at psychological support para sa rape victims. Alamin mo ang iyong karapatan.

Charter of the City of Taguig (RA 8487) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano naging highly urbanized city ang Taguig? Ano ang mga karapatan ng mga mamamayan ng Taguig at kung ano ang magagawa ng city government para sa kanila. RA 8487 explained.

Rent Control Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide to RA 8437

Landlord nagpapalaki ng upa? Alamin kung paano ka pinoprotektahan ng rent control law sa Pilipinas. Simple, clear, at actionable.

Automated Election System Philippines (RA 8436) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang automated elections sa Pilipinas? Ano ang karapatan mo bilang botante? Alamin ang RA 8436 at RA 9369 sa simpleng salita.

Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act (RA 8435) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang AFMA at paano nito tinutulungan ang mga magsasaka at mangingisda sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang mga benepisyo, proteksyon, at programs para sa agricultural sector.

Tax Reform Act of 1997 / NIRC (RA 8424) — BatasKo ELI5

Simpleng paliwanag ng Philippine income tax — kung magkano ang tax mo, paano ang withholding, ano ang OFW exemption, at kailan ang deadline ng filing. RA 8424 made simple.

Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act (RA 8371) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan ng mga indigenous peoples sa Pilipinas? RA 8371 o IPRA protects ancestral domain, self-governance, at cultural rights ng mga Lumad at Igorot.

Family Courts Act (RA 8369) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Family Courts ay espesyal na hukuman para sa kaso ng pamilya at bata sa Pilipinas. RA 8369 explained — annulment, custody, adoption, VAWC, at iba pa.

Anti-Rape Law of 1997 (RA 8353) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang bagong kahulugan ng rape sa ilalim ng batas? Kasama ba ang marital rape? RA 8353 ang nagbago ng rape mula crimen contra las personas sa crimes against persons.

Lone Candidate Proclamation in Special Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Kung ikaw lang ang nag-file sa isang special election, pwede kang iproklamar nang walang aktwal na halalan. Alamin kung paano gumagana ang RA 8295.

GSIS Act of 1997 (RA 8291) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 8291 governs GSIS — retirement, disability, death, and life insurance for Philippine government employees. Know your benefits as a government worker.

Social Security Act of 1997 (RA 8282) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 8282 expands SSS coverage and benefits for private workers in the Philippines. Know your sickness, retirement, maternity, and death benefits.

Philippine Passport Act (RA 8239) — BatasKo ELI5

Lahat ng kailangan mong malaman tungkol sa iyong Philippine passport — requirements, validity, ano ang gagawin kapag nawala, at bakit hindi puwedeng i-withhold ng employer mo.

Voter's Registration Act Philippines (RA 8189) — BatasKo

RA 8189 sets the rules for voter registration in the Philippines — who can register, where to go, how to transfer, and how to reactivate a deactivated registration.

Double Indemnity for Underpaid Wages Philippines 1996 — BatasKo ELI5

Hindi ka binibigyan ng tamang sahod? Ang RA 8188 ay nagbibigay ng double indemnity sa underpaid workers. Alamin ang iyong karapatan ngayon.

Paternity Leave Philippines 1996 — BatasKo ELI5

Married male employees get 7 days paid paternity leave for the first 4 deliveries. Know your rights under RA 8187 — private and public sector.

ARMM Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide to RA 8176

Ano ang RA 8176? Alamin kung paano binago ang petsa ng ARMM elections at kung ano ang kahulugan nito para sa mga botante at OFWs. Plain Filipino language.

Citizens' Arms and COMELEC Accreditation Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang citizens' arm sa halalan? RA 8173 explained in plain Filipino-English: who can do unofficial counts, how election returns are distributed.

Repatriation of Filipino Citizenship (RA 8171) — BatasKo ELI5

Lost your Philippine citizenship by marrying a foreigner? RA 8171 lets you get it back through repatriation. Here's exactly how, in plain Filipino-English.

RA 8046: Automated Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 8046? Ang batas na nagpasinaya ng computerized elections sa Pilipinas — explained in plain Filipino-English para sa lahat.

Election Returns Philippines — Paano Tinitiyak ang Tamang Bilang ng Boto | BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang election returns at bakit mahalaga ito? Alamin kung paano pinoprotektahan ng batas ang iyong boto mula sa presinto hanggang opisyal na bilang.

Youth in Nation-Building Act (RA 8044) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang National Youth Commission? Alamin kung paano pinoprotektahan ng RA 8044 ang mga kabataang Pilipino aged 15-30 at kung anong rights at programs ang available sa inyo.

Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act (RA 8042) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan mo bilang OFW? RA 8042 protects you from illegal recruiters, guarantees legal aid, and holds the state accountable. Plain Filipino guide.

Party-List System Act (RA 7941) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang party-list sa Pilipinas? RA 7941 gives marginalized Filipinos — workers, farmers, youth, women — seats in Congress. Plain language guide.

Alien Social Integration Act (RA 7919) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7919 ang nagbigay ng legal residence status sa mga ilegal na alien na naninirahan sa Pilipinas bago June 30, 1992 — sa pamamagitan ng social integration program na may registration at integration fees.

Official Sample Ballot Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Hindi ka dapat mapunta sa botohan na walang alam. Under RA 7904, COMELEC must send you a sample ballot 30 days before election day. Here's what to expect.

Barangay Health Workers' Rights and Benefits Philippines 1995 — BatasKo ELI5

Accredited barangay health workers get hazard pay, scholarships, civil service eligibility, and free legal aid under RA 7883. Know your rights as a BHW.

Barangay Health Worker Benefits Philippines 1995 — BatasKo ELI5

Accredited BHWs get hazard pay, scholarships, civil service eligibility & more. Here's exactly what RA 7883 gives you and how to claim it.

Anti-Sexual Harassment Act Philippines (RA 7877) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang sexual harassment sa trabaho at eskwelahan? Alamin ang RA 7877 — kung sino ang liable, paano mag-reklamo, at ano ang karapatan mo.

Senior Citizens Center Act (RA 7876) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7876 ay nag-uutos sa bawat lungsod at munisipalidad ng Pilipinas na magtatag ng Senior Citizens Center — may health, educational, at recreational programs para sa matatanda. Alamin kung may center sa inyong lugar.

National Health Insurance Act (RA 7875) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang PhilHealth ay para sa lahat. RA 7875 creates universal health insurance for every Filipino — what it covers, who pays, and how to use it. ELI5 guide.

TESDA Act of 1994 (RA 7796) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang TESDA ay ang ahensya na nagbibigay ng national certifications para sa mga skilled workers — electricians, welders, cooks, at higit pa. Alamin kung paano ka makikinabang sa RA 7796.

DOLE Inspection and Compliance Orders Philippines 1994 — BatasKo ELI5

Ang DOLE ay may kapangyarihang mag-inspect ng iyong workplace at mag-order ng bayad. Alamin ang iyong rights sa RA 7730.

Higher Education Act — CHED (RA 7722) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7722 ang lumikha ng Commission on Higher Education (CHED) — ang ahensyang nagre-regulate ng lahat ng kolehiyo at unibersidad sa Pilipinas. Alamin kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyong edukasyon.

Portability Law Philippines (RA 7699) — BatasKo ELI5

Worked in both government and private? RA 7699 lets you combine SSS and GSIS contributions to qualify for pension and other benefits. Here's how it works.

Child Labor Law Philippines (RA 7658) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7658 bans employing children under 15 in the Philippines. Learn the exceptions, penalties, and what to do if you see child labor. Plain Filipino English.

Minimum Wage ng Kasambahay Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Magkano talaga ang minimum wage ng kasambahay? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa ilalim ng batas — Metro Manila, probinsya, at kung OFW ka.

Cigarette Excise Tax Philippines (RA 7654) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano kinakalkula ang buwis sa sigarilyo sa Pilipinas? RA 7654 explains cigarette excise taxes, misdeclaration penalties, and what it means for you.

New Central Bank Act — BSP (RA 7653) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7653 ang lumikha ng Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Ang BSP ang nagpoprotekta ng iyong piso, nagre-regulate ng mga bangko, at nagsisiguro na ligtas ang iyong ipon. Alamin kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyo.

ARMM Elections Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang sinasabi ng RA 7647 tungkol sa eleksyon sa ARMM? Simple na paliwanag para sa bawat Pilipino — kasama na ang mga OFW.

Rent Control Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ang landlord mo ba ay nagpapalaki ng renta nang walang limit? Alamin ang iyong karapatan bilang tenant sa ilalim ng Rent Control Law.

Retirement Pay Philippines (RA 7641) — BatasKo ELI5

Walang retirement plan ang kumpanya mo? You're still entitled to retirement pay under RA 7641. Here's exactly how much and who qualifies.

RA 7610 Special Protection of Children Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 7610? Ang batas na nagpoprotekta sa mga bata laban sa abuse, exploitation, at discrimination — explained in plain Filipino-English.

Magna Carta of Small Farmers (RA 7607) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Magna Carta of Small Farmers (RA 7607) ay nagbibigay ng karapatan sa maliliit na magsasaka — mula credit hanggang price support. Alamin ang iyong karapatan.

Price Act of 1992 (RA 7581) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Price Act ay nagbabawal ng hoarding, profiteering, at cartel sa mga batayang pangangailangan. Alamin kung paano ka protektado laban sa mga nagmahal ng presyo ng bigas, langis, at gamot.

Rights of Arrested Persons Act (RA 7438) — BatasKo ELI5

Kung ikaw ay arestuhin ng pulis, mayroon kang mga karapatang hindi maaaring alisin — kahit na guilty ka. Alamin ang iyong Miranda rights at kung ano ang HUWAG sabihin.

Senior Citizen Discount Philippines 1992 — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan ng senior citizens sa Pilipinas? 20% discount, income tax exemption, libreng medical — explained in simple Filipino-English.

Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA 7394) — BatasKo ELI5

Naloko ka sa produktong binili mo? RA 7394 protects Filipino consumers from fake goods, hidden prices, and unsafe products. Know your rights as a buyer in the Philippines.

Trece Martires City Local Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano pinili ang mga opisyal ng Trece Martires City? Alamin ang batas sa lokal na halalan ng lungsod sa Cavite — simple, tapat, madaling intindihin.

SPES Law Philippines (RA 7323) — BatasKo ELI5

Poor but deserving students can work during summer or Christmas break and earn a wage — 60% paid by the employer, 40% by the government as tuition vouchers.

Maternity Benefits Philippines (RA 7322) — BatasKo ELI5

Pregnant and employed? Learn how RA 7322 gives you paid maternity leave from SSS — who qualifies, how much, and what your employer must do.

Magna Carta for Public Health Workers (RA 7305) — BatasKo ELI5

Kung ikaw ay nurse, doctor, midwife, o kahit support staff sa isang government hospital o health center, may espesyal na karapatan ka sa ilalim ng RA 7305 — hazard pay, job security, at higit pa.

Urban Development and Housing Act (RA 7279) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 7279 (UDHA) protects informal settlers from illegal eviction, mandates 30-day notice, and sets rules for resettlement in the Philippines. Know your housing rights.

Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (RA 7277) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang mga karapatan ng mga PWD sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 7277 — trabaho, edukasyon, accessibility, at mga penalidad sa diskriminasyon laban sa mga may kapansanan.

Virginia Tobacco Fund Act (RA 7171) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang 15% ng buwis sa sigarilyo ay napupunta sa mga tobacco-producing provinces para sa mga magsasaka. Alamin kung sino ang nakikinabang at paano ginagastos ang pera.

Synchronized Elections Philippines — What Every Voter Needs to Know | BatasKo ELI5

RA 7166 explained in plain Filipino-English: campaign periods, election offenses, voter rights, and what happens if your vote is challenged.

Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Local Government Code of 1991? Alamin kung paano binibigyan ng kapangyarihan ang iyong LGU — at kung ano ang karapatan mo bilang residente.

Overseas Workers' Investment Fund (OWI Fund) Philippines 1991 — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang OWI Fund Act? Alamin kung paano nito binibigyan ng incentives ang mga OFW at kung paano ito nagpababa ng utang ng Pilipinas.

RA 7056 Synchronized Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang synchronized elections at paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyong boto? Alamin ang RA 7056 sa simpleng salita — para sa botante, lokal na opisyal, at OFW.

Productivity Incentives Act of 1990 (RA 6971) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 6971 ay nagbibigay ng karapatang makibahagi ang mga manggagawa sa tubo ng kanilang kumpanya. Alamin kung paano mo makuha ang productivity bonus mo.

Mail-Order Bride Law Philippines (RA 6955) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang mail-order bride practice ay ilegal sa Pilipinas. Alamin kung ano ang bawal, sino ang maaaring makulong, at paano ka protektado ng RA 6955.

San Carlos City Voters and Pangasinan Provincial Elections — BatasKo ELI5

Can San Carlos City voters join Pangasinan provincial elections? Yes. RA 6843 gives them full rights to vote and run. Here's what that means.

Rent Control Philippines — BP 877 and RA 6828 ELI5 Guide — BatasKo

Ano ang rent control sa Pilipinas? Alamin kung paano pinoprotektahan ng BP 877 at RA 6828 ang mga nangungupahan mula sa biglang taas ng renta.

Ombudsman Act of 1989 (RA 6770) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang Ombudsman ang bantay ng mamamayan laban sa corrupt na opisyal. Alamin kung paano mag-reklamo sa Office of the Ombudsman — libre at walang abogado.

Salary Standardization Law (RA 6758) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 6758 standardizes government employee pay through salary grades SG1–SG33. Understand how your salary grade is set, what you can earn, and your pay rights.

ARMM Organic Act (RA 6734) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 6734 created the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) in 1989. Learn what autonomy means for Mindanaon Filipinos and how it affects local governance.

Minimum Wage Philippines 2024 — Wage Rationalization Act (RA 6727) ELI5 — BatasKo

Paano tinutukoy ang minimum wage sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 6727, ang Wage Rationalization Act — sino ang nagtatakda, magkano, at ano ang gagawin mo.

Oroquieta City Voters and Provincial Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Can Oroquieta City voters join provincial elections in Misamis Occidental? Yes — and here's exactly what RA 6726 says about your right to vote and run.

RA 6725: Discrimination Against Women at Work Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Babae ka at mas mababa ang sweldo mo kaysa sa lalaking katrabaho mo sa parehong trabaho? Illegal yun. Here's what RA 6725 says and what you can do.

Workers' Rights Under RA 6715 Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

RA 6715 strengthens your right to form unions, bargain collectively, and get paid first if your employer goes bankrupt. Here's what it means for you.

Code of Conduct for Public Officials (RA 6713) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang SALN? Bakit ipinagbabawal ang pagkatanggap ng regalo? RA 6713 ang batas na nagtatakda ng etika para sa lahat ng government employees sa Pilipinas.

Culion Leper Colony Voting Rights Philippines 1988 — BatasKo ELI5

Residents of the Culion Leper Colony in Palawan have the right to vote in provincial elections. Here's what RA 6659 means and why it matters.

CARP — Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (RA 6657) — BatasKo ELI5

Alamin kung paano ka makakakuha ng lupa sa ilalim ng CARP. RA 6657 gives landless farmers the right to own the land they till. Know your rights in plain Filipino.

Barangay Elections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang barangay elections? Sino ang pwedeng tumakbo, magtagal sa pwesto, at ma-recall? Alamin ang iyong karapatan bilang botante.

Electoral Reforms Law of 1987 (RA 6646) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 6646 introduced key electoral reforms after the 1986 People Power Revolution — candidate lists, vote-buying rules, watcher rights, and canvassing rules explained.

Rent Control Philippines — BatasKo ELI5 Guide to BP 877 and RA 6643

Ano ang rent control sa Pilipinas? Alamin kung paano protektado ka ng BP 877 at RA 6643 laban sa malaking taas ng upa sa iyong tirahan.

Mandaue Voters in Cebu Provincial Elections — BatasKo ELI5

Registered voters of Mandaue City can vote for Cebu provincial governor, vice-governor, and board members. Here's what that means for you.

Minimum Wage Increase Philippines (RA 6640) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang ibig sabihin ng RA 6640? Learn how this 1987 minimum wage law protects Filipino workers — private, government, pakyaw, and more.

Maceda Law — Realty Installment Buyer Protection Act (RA 6552) — BatasKo ELI5

Buying a condo or house on installment? RA 6552 (Maceda Law) protects you from losing everything if you miss payments. Learn your rights before signing.

Marriage Solemnization Authority Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ang authorization ng pari o pastor para mag-kasal ay may expiry date. Alamin kung valid ba ang nagkasal sa inyo — at kung paano maaapektuhan ang inyong kasal.

Rent Control Philippines 1971 (RA 6359) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 6359 ay nagpoprotekta sa mga nangungupahan laban sa biglaang taas ng upa. Alamin ang iyong karapatan bilang tenant sa Pilipinas.

Muslim and Non-Christian Marriage Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano kinikilala ng batas ang kasal ng mga Muslim at non-Christian sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 6268 at kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa iyong kasal.

1971 Constitutional Convention Act (RA 6132) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang 1971 Constitutional Convention? Alamin kung paano pinili ang mga delegate, bakit mahalaga ito, at kung paano naaapektuhan ang kasaysayan ng ating Konstitusyon.

Minimum Wage Law Philippines (RA 6129) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang minimum wage mo sa Pilipinas? RA 6129 explains who's covered, who's exempt, and what to do if you're underpaid. Plain Filipino English.

COA and COMELEC Pension Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang pension system para sa Auditor General at COMELEC commissioners sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 6118 sa simpleng wika.

National Central File of Registered Voters Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano gumagana ang national voter registry ng COMELEC? Alamin kung paano napapanatili ang iyong registration records at bakit ito mahalaga sa eleksyon.

Charter of Mandaue City Cebu (RA 5519) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 5519 ang batas na lumikha ng Lungsod ng Mandaue sa Cebu noong 1969. Alamin kung bakit mahalaga ang Mandaue bilang isa sa pinaka-industriyal na lungsod sa Visayas.

Charter of Oroquieta City Misamis Occidental (RA 5518) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 5518 ang batas na lumikha ng Lungsod ng Oroquieta sa Misamis Occidental noong 1969. Alamin ang kasaysayan at istruktura ng pamahalaan ng lungsod.

Presidential Vote Canvass Philippines 1969 — BatasKo ELI5

Paano binibilang ang boto para sa Presidente at VP? Alamin ang proseso ng canvass, sino ang may kapangyarihan, at ano ang karapatan mo bilang mamamayan.

RA 5494: How the Philippines Funds Its Elections — BatasKo ELI5

Paano ginagastos ang pera ng gobyerno sa halalan? RA 5494 appropriates ₱28M for the 1969 elections. Learn what election funding laws mean for voters today.

Appealing Labor and Government Agency Decisions Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Lost a case before the SSS, SEC, or a labor body? Learn how to appeal under RA 5434 — deadlines, fees, and your rights as a worker in plain Filipino.

Cottage Industry Workers and Minimum Wage Exemptions Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Are you working from home in a registered cottage industry? Learn why minimum wage law may not apply to you — and what that actually means for your rights.

Boss Mo Ba ang Nagtatanggal sa Iyo Dahil sa Boto? — BatasKo ELI5

Bawal tanggalin ka ng employer mo dahil ayaw mong iboto ang kandidato niya. Alamin ang RA 5218 at ang iyong karapatan bilang manggagawa.

Voter Registration Philippines 1967 (RA 5178) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 5178? Paano nakaapekto ang batas na ito sa voter registration noong 1967? Alamin ang kasaysayan ng iyong karapatang bumoto.

GSIS Benefits Upgrade 1967 (RA 4968) — BatasKo ELI5

Paano pinalaki ng RA 4968 ang retirement at insurance benefits ng government employees sa Pilipinas noong 1967? Alamin ang upgrade sa GSIS na CA 186.

Election Spending Limits & Prohibited Donations Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Bawal mag-donate o magtayo ng tulay ang kandidato 120 days bago eleksyon. Learn the rules on campaign spending limits and prohibited collections.

Constitutional Convention Delegates Election Philippines 1967 — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 4914? Paano pinili ang mga delegates sa 1971 Constitutional Convention? Alamin ang kasaysayan ng Philippine democracy.

Election Campaign Period Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Kailan ka pwedeng mag-campaign? RA 4880 limits when candidates and supporters can legally do partisan political activity. Know the rules.

Voter Registration Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano mag-register bilang botante sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang iyong karapatan, deadlines, at proseso sa ilalim ng batas. Simple, step-by-step guide.

Magna Carta for Public School Teachers (RA 4670) — BatasKo ELI5

Alamin ang mga karapatan ng mga guro sa pampublikong paaralan — sahod, seguridad sa trabaho, leave, at proteksyon. Know your rights under RA 4670 Philippines.

Special Public Holidays Wage Rights for Government Workers Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Government employees must be paid regular daily wages on special public holidays. Learn your rights under RA 4622 — BatasKo explains in plain Filipino.

Charter of San Carlos City Pangasinan (RA 4487) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 4487 ang batas na lumikha ng Lungsod ng San Carlos sa Pangasinan noong 1965. Alamin kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa mga residente ng lungsod.

Candidate Surety Bond Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang surety bond requirement para sa mga kandidato sa Pilipinas? Alamin kung sino ang apektado, kailan na-forfeit, at bakit ito mahalaga sa eleksyon.

Social Work Regulation Act Philippines (RA 4373) — BatasKo ELI5

Bakit kailangan ng lisensya ang social workers sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 4373 — ang batas na nag-regulate ng propesyon ng social work at social work agencies.

COMELEC Overtime Pay Philippines 1965 — BatasKo ELI5

Paano binabayaran ang COMELEC workers para sa overtime tuwing halalan? Alamin ang RA 4364 at kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa eleksyon mo.

Minimum Wage for Government Employees Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano nagsimula ang minimum wage ng government employees? Alamin ang RA 4315 at kung bakit ito mahalaga sa kasaysayan ng sahod sa Pilipinas.

Minimum Wage Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang minimum wage sa Pilipinas? Alamin kung sino ang covered, sino ang hindi, at paano mo ipaglalaban ang sahod mo. Plain Filipino English.

RA 4168 Explained: The 1965 Election Funding Law — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 4168? Paano ginastos ang ₱44.5M para sa 1965 elections? Alamin kung paano ginagawa ng COMELEC ang libreng, malinis na halalan.

Voter Registration Deadlines Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Miss the voter registration deadline and you can't vote. Here's exactly when to register, what the cutoffs mean, and what OFWs need to know.

Agricultural Land Reform Code (RA 3844) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 3844 abolished share tenancy and gave Filipino farmers security of tenure on agricultural land. Learn the rights of farm lessees and how land reform started.

COMELEC Reorganization Act Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

What is RA 3808? Learn how this 1963 law shaped COMELEC's structure, staffing, and budget — and why it still matters for Filipino voters today.

PHHC Tenant Rights Philippines — How to Buy Your Government Housing Unit at Cost Price

Registered tenants of PHHC housing projects have the right to buy their unit at cost. Learn how RA 3802 protects you and what steps to take.

Strike Breakers Philippines — What the Law Says About Replacing Strikers | BatasKo ELI5

Ang batas na nagpoprotekta sa mga welgista. Learn what RA 3600 says about strike breakers, police escorts, and your rights during a labor strike in the Philippines.

Retirement Pension Formula Update: COMELEC & COA (RA 3595) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 3595 ay nagbabago ng retirement pension formula para sa Auditor General at mga miyembro ng COMELEC. Alamin ang updated na sistema ng lump sum at annuity para sa mga constitutional officers ng Pilipinas.

Permanent Voter Registration Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano mag-register bilang botante nang permanente sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa ilalim ng RA 3588 — simple, step-by-step.

RA 3539: COMELEC Permanent Office Building Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang RA 3539? Alamin kung paano pinahintulutan ang COMELEC na gumamit ng savings para sa sariling gusali. Simple, plain Filipino explanation.

Certificate of Candidacy Tax Requirements Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Candidates must declare income taxes in their COC. Learn what the law requires, what gets a COC invalidated, and what voters can demand to know.

Retirement Pension: Auditor General & COMELEC (RA 3473) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 3473 ay nagbibigay ng life pension sa Auditor General at mga miyembro ng COMELEC pagkatapos ng serbisyo. Alamin ang mga kondisyon at karapatan ng mga pinuno ng constitutional bodies ng Pilipinas.

NACIDA Cottage Industries Law (RA 3470) — BatasKo ELI5

Ang RA 3470 ay nagtatag ng NACIDA para tulungan ang mga gumagawa ng handicrafts, weaving, at iba pang cottage industries sa Pilipinas na lumago at maibenta ang kanilang produkto.

Emergency Employment Act of 1962 Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano ka makakahanap ng trabaho sa government projects? Alamin ang Emergency Employment Act of 1962 at kung paano ito nagbibigay ng trabaho sa mga Pilipino.

Same-Name Candidates Philippines — What Happens to Your Vote? BatasKo ELI5

Two candidates with the same name on your ballot? Here's exactly what the law says about your vote and how to make sure it counts in Philippine elections.

Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act (RA 3019) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 3019 defines corrupt practices ng public officials — from bribery to overpriced contracts. Learn what counts as graft, who can be reported, and how.

Vocational Rehabilitation Rights for PWDs Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Blind o may kapansanan ka ba? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa vocational rehabilitation, training centers, at balik-trabaho sa ilalim ng Philippine law.

Government Corporate Counsel Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Sino ang Government Corporate Counsel at bakit mahalaga siya sa mga GOCCs? Alamin kung paano protektado ang pera ng bayan sa mga government corporations.

Civil Service Act of 1959 (RA 2260) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 2260 ang nagtatag ng merit system sa trabaho sa gobyerno ng Pilipinas. Alamin ang tungkol sa CSC, civil service eligibility, at mga karapatan ng government employees.

Precinct Map Posting and Teacher Voter Registration Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Can a public school teacher vote in a different precinct on election day? Here's what Philippine election law actually says, in plain Filipino English.

Presidential Electoral Tribunal Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Presidential Electoral Tribunal? Paano nito pinoprotektahan ang boto mo sa pagkapangulo? Plain Filipino explanation ng RA 1793.

Termination Pay Philippines — What You're Owed When You Lose Your Job (BatasKo ELI5)

Natanggal ka sa trabaho? Alamin kung may karapatan kang mag-claim ng termination pay, notice period, at ano ang just cause sa Philippine law.

RA 1568 Life Pension: Auditor General and COMELEC Members Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang life pension ng Auditor General at COMELEC members sa Pilipinas? Simpleng paliwanag ng RA 1568 — sino ang qualified, magkano, at paano matatanggap.

Maternity Leave for Temporary Government Employees Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Temporary government workers can get maternity leave even without 2 years of service. Here's exactly how much leave you're entitled to under RA 1564.

Public School Teacher Hiring Preference Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Applying for a clerical job in DepEd? Education graduates get hiring preference under Philippine law. Here's what that means for you.

Land Reform Act of 1955 (RA 1400) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 1400 ang unang Land Reform Act ng Pilipinas na nagbigay ng karapatang maging may-ari ng lupa sa mga magsasaka. Alamin kung paano binabago ng batas na ito ang agrarian system ng bansa.

Philippine Normal College Faculty Salaries (RA 1372) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 1372 sets the salary scale for Philippine Normal College faculty based on UP's system. Learn what this 1955 law means for PNC teachers today.

Death or Injury in Line of Duty (RA 1232) Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Government employee killed or injured on the job? RA 1232 gives your family 6 months' salary. Learn who qualifies, how to claim, and what agencies to contact.

Agricultural Tenancy Act Philippines (RA 1199) — BatasKo ELI5

Binubungkal mo ang lupa ng iba? Alamin ang iyong rights bilang tenant-farmer sa ilalim ng RA 1199 — share tenancy, leasehold, at security of tenure.

Vocational Rehabilitation Act Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Nasugatan o may kapansanan ka ba? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa libreng pagsasanay at trabaho sa ilalim ng Vocational Rehabilitation Act.

Social Security Law (RA 1161) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 1161 created the SSS in 1954. Learn what benefits Filipino workers are entitled to — sickness, retirement, disability, and death — in plain language.

Women and Child Labor Protections Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano ka protektado ng batas sa trabaho bilang babae o menor de edad? RA 679 at RA 1131 explained in plain Filipino-English.

Termination Pay Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Tinanggal ka nang walang notice? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa one month notice o separation pay sa ilalim ng Philippine labor law.

Charter of Trece Martires City (RA 981) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 981 ang nagtatag ng Trece Martires bilang bagong kabisera ng Cavite noong 1954. Alamin ang kasaysayan ng siyudad, ang mga karapatan ng residente, at ang istruktura ng pamahalaang lokal nito.

Industrial Peace Act (RA 875) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 875 ang unang batas ng Pilipinas na nagpoprotekta sa karapatang mag-union. Alamin ang tungkol sa collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, at bakit ito mahalaga sa bawat manggagawa.

Voter Registration Rules Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Tanggal sa listahan ng botante? Alamin kung paano ka maaalis o maibalik sa voter registry under RA 867 at ang Revised Election Code.

Private Employment Agency Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Pinagtatrabaho ka ba ng recruiter? Alamin ang iyong rights bago pumirma ng kontrata. RA 856 protects you from illegal recruitment contracts.

Public School Salary Act of 1953 Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan ng mga guro sa sweldo? Alamin ang Public School Salary Act of 1953 — automatic increases, entrada rates, at isolated school pay.

National Employment Service Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Libre ang job placement sa Pilipinas. Alamin kung paano ka protektado ng National Employment Service at ang iyong mga karapatan bilang manggagawa.

Child and Women Labor Rights Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

RA 679 protects Filipino children and women from exploitative work. Know the age limits, banned jobs, and night work rules before your employer crosses the line.

GSIS Retirement Insurance Act (RA 660) — BatasKo ELI5

RA 660 ay nagtatag ng retirement insurance sa GSIS para sa lahat ng government employees. Alamin ang mga kondisyon para sa retirement, annuity amounts, at disability benefits.

Government Nurses Salary Act Philippines (RA 649) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang karapatan sa sweldo ng nurses sa gobyerno? RA 649 explains salary ranges, free quarters, and automatic increases for public nurses.

Minimum Wage Law Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang minimum wage mo sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang iyong karapatan sa sahod, kung sino ang covered, at paano ipaglaban ang underpayment. BatasKo ELI5.

Election Precincts and Voter Registration Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang election precinct? Alamin kung paano ka nire-rehistro, kung saan ka boboto, at ano ang karapatan mo bilang botante sa Pilipinas.

Withholding Tax on Wages Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang withholding tax sa sweldo mo? Alamin kung paano ito kinukuha, bakit legal ito, at ano ang rights mo bilang empleyado o employer.

Small Farmers' Cooperative Loan Fund Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Small Farmers' Cooperative Loan Fund? Paano makakakuha ng mababang-interest na pautang ang maliliit na magsasaka? Explained in plain Filipino.

Provincial Governor Appointment Power Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Who hires provincial government workers in the Philippines? RA 528 gives that power to the Provincial Governor — with important limits. Here's what it means for you.

Muslim Divorce Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano kinikilala ang Muslim divorce sa Pilipinas? Alamin ang kasaysayan ng RA 394 at ang mas bagong Muslim Code na nagpalit nito.

Civil Code of the Philippines (RA 386) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Civil Code ng Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 386 — obligations, contracts, property, family relations, succession, at kung paano ito nakakaapekto sa inyong pang-araw-araw na buhay.

Public School Teacher Salaries Philippines 1948 — BatasKo ELI5

What Republic Act 312 says about public school teacher pay, salary grades, and automatic increases — explained in plain Filipino English.

Maternity Leave for Temporary Government Employees Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Temporary government worker ka? Buntis ka? Alamin kung paano ka protektado ng batas pagdating sa maternity leave — kahit hindi ka regular.

Muslim and Indigenous Marriages Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano kinikilala ng batas ang kasal ng mga Muslim at indigenous Filipinos? Alamin ang RA 241 at ang iyong mga karapatan sa simpleng salita.

Revised Election Code (RA 180) — BatasKo ELI5

Ano ang Revised Election Code ng Pilipinas? Alamin ang RA 180 — voter qualifications, election offenses, penalties, at mga pundasyon ng ating electoral system mula 1947.

Special Elections for House Vacancies Philippines — BatasKo ELI5

Paano pinupunan ang bakanteng pwesto sa House of Representatives? Alamin ang proseso ng special elections sa simpleng salita.

Ship Doctor Law Philippines (RA 70) — BatasKo ELI5

Nasakay ka na ba sa barko nang walang doktor? Alamin kung kailan obligado ang sasakyang-dagat na magdala ng physician sa coastwise trade.

Election Day Philippines — When Are Local Elections Held? BatasKo ELI5

Kailan ang halalan sa Pilipinas? Republic Act 45 sets the date for local and senatorial elections. Here's what every voter needs to know.

Tenant Protection Law Philippines 1946 — BatasKo ELI5

Basta may tinanim ka, hindi ka basta-basta mapapalayas. Learn your rights as a farm tenant under Republic Act No. 44 — plain Filipino English.

Republic Act No. 24 Philippines 1946 — BatasKo ELI5

RA 24 set the salary of Manila's City Auditor in 1946. Learn what this obsolete law means for Filipinos today and why it matters for civic history.