NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE VIRGILIO S. LACSON 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill, known as the "Right to Paper Billing Act," aims to strengthen consumer 
protection by mandating the issuance of paper billing statements by service providers. 
While we recognize the benefits of eliminating traditional paper billing statements, such 
as reducing environmental impact, lowering business costs, lessening the need for 
manpower, and improving cash flow by accelerating payments, many consumers may 
have difficulty accessing or understanding electronic billing statements, particularly for 
certain groups such as senior citizens and persons with disabilities. 
For instance, senior citizens who are not technologically-advanced find it difficult to 
view their electronic billing statements online. Accessing electronic statements can also 
be a hassle to consumers who do not have stable internet and mobile connection. 
This bill proposes that service providers be required to provide paper billing 
statements to all their subscribers. Nonetheless, this bill also allows for waiver at the 
option of the consumer upon written request to the service provider. This bill allows 
consumers to choose the billing format that works best for them, while still providing a 
safety net for those who may not have access to electronic billing options. This bill will 
ultimately help to ensure that all consumers have access to clear, accurate billing 
information. 
   VIRGILIO S. LACSON  
  Manila Teachers Party-list 
11:15 am
January 30, 2023
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE VIRGILIO S. LACSON 
AN ACT 
MANDATING THE ISSUANCE OF PAPER BILLING STATEMENTS BY SERVICE 
PROVIDERS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Right to Paper Billing 
Statement Act".  
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. – It is hereby declared the policy of the State to strengthen 
consumer protection by mandating the issuance of paper billing statements by their 
service providers. 
SEC. 3. Mandate. - All persons providing goods and services shall be required to 
provide their customers with a physical copy of their billing statement. 
SEC. 4. Waiver. - The mandate of this Act may be waived at the option of the 
consumer, provided that the consumer must make a written request to the service 
provider. 
Service providers shall make this information readily available on their websites and 
social media platforms. They are also required to update their systems and train their 
customer service representatives on these new rules. 
SEC. 5. Penalties. – Any person who willfully or knowingly violates the provisions of 
this Act, upon conviction thereof, shall be penalized with a fine of not less than fifty 
thousand pesos (P50,000.00) for each count of violation. 
SEC. 6. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The DTI shall, in coordination with 
relevant agencies and upon consultation with stakeholders, issue within sixty (60) days 
from the effectivity of this Act, the necessary rules and regulations for the effective 
implementation of this Act. 
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SEC. 7. Separability Clause. – If any provision of this Act shall be declared 
unconstitutional or invalid, the other provisions not otherwise affected shall remain in 
full force and effect.  
SEC. 8. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations 
and other issuances or parts thereof which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby 
repealed, amended or modified accordingly.  
SEC. 9. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in a newspaper of general circulation.  
 
Approved.