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TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
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1076
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Introduced by Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada
AN ACT
PENALIZING THE DISSEMINATION OF FALSE INFORMATION AS TO THE 
PRESENCE OF BOMBS, EXPLOSIVES AND OTHER INCENDIARY DEVICES IN 
HIGH DENSITY OR SENSITIVE PLACES AND PROVIDING PENALTIES 
THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The safety and security of the public are non-negotiable pillars of a stable 
society. However, the alarming rise in false bomb threats targeting public spaces has 
emerged as a serious challenge to these principles. These malicious acts do more than 
just spread fear—they trigger widespread panic, disrupt daily life, and drain vital 
emergency response resources that should be reserved for real crises. The emotional 
trauma inflicted on individuals and the operational paralysis imposed on institutions 
underscore the urgent need for a stronger legal response.
This proposed biil seeks to impose stricter penalties on individuals who willfully 
disseminate false information about bombs and other explosive devices, particularly 
in high-density and sensitive areas such as schools, malls, airports, public 
transportation systems, and government buildings. These are locations where the 
consequences of such hoaxes are particularly grave and disruptive. The objective is 
twofold: to deter would-be offenders through the imposition of heavier sanctions, and 
to ensure that emergency services can operate without the undue burden of 
responding to fabricated threats.
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It is worth noting that the dissemination of false bomb threats is already 
penalized under Presidential Decree No. 1727, issued in 1980. While this decree laid 
an important legal foundation, the evolving nature of threats and the increasing 
accessibility of communication technologies necessitate a more comprehensive and 
updated legislative response. This bill builds upon the provisions of P.D. 1727 by 
increasing penalties, expanding the scope to include modern communication methods 
such as social media and digital platforms, assigning a lead implementing agency, and 
providing clear funding mechanisms for enforcement and awareness campaigns.
This measure ensures greater public awareness, institutional support, and 
operational consistency across jurisdictions. It also reinforces the government's 
commitment to protecting the public from fear and ensuring the efficient use of state 
resources.
A similar legislative initiative was introduced by Senator Grace Poe during the 
19th Congress, highlighting the urgency and bipartisan recognition of this growing 
threat.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate approval of this bill is earnestiy sought 
to enhance public safety, strengthen legal deterrents, and ensure a proportionate and 
effective response to the malicious spread of false bomb threats.
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NG1SOY EJERCITO ESTRADA


TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
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SENATE
S. No. 1076
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P4:3i
RECEIVEf IV:
Introduced by Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada
AN ACT
PENALIZING THE DISSEMINATION OF FALSE INFORMATION AS TO THE 
PRESENCE OF BOMBS, EXPLOSIVES AND OTHER INCENDIARY DEVICES IN 
HIGH DENSITY OR SENSITIVE PLACES AND PROVIDING PENALTIES 
THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "False Bomb Threat
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Prohibition Act".
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to
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undertake all measures to protect all persons, especially its citizens, from being subject
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to injurious effects of false information and threats on bombs and explosives, in the
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objective of upholding their security and safety, especially in high density and sensitive
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places where the risks are higher.
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Sec. 3. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act:
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a) High density shaW refer to areas which are regularly populated with people
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including but not limited to public spaces like national roads, public parks,
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airports, seaports, hotels and malls, or where people are gathered for an
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event.
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b) Sensitive areas shall refer to those which are subject to those which are
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subject to high risks upon violation of this act because of the magnitude of
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resulting possible losses in productivity, resources, and religious value


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notwithstanding the number of people present therein, including but not
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limited to educational institutions, offices, government institutions, and
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churches.
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Sec. 4. Prohibition. - No person shall willfully communicate or cause to be
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communicated, either directly or indirectly, orally, in writing, by mail, by use of a
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telephone or telecommunication device including, but not limited to, cellular through
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an electronic mail, internet communication device or by any means, a threat or
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information involving a bomb, explosive or other incendiary device, when such threat
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is in fact not present, thereby causing either the evacuation or serious disruption of a
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school, school related event, school transportation, or a dwelling disruption of a
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school, school related event, school transportation, or a dwelling, building place of
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assembly, facility or public transport, or an aircraft, ship or common carrier, or willfully
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communicates or causes serious public Inconvenience or alarm.
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Sec. 5. Penaities. - Any person found guilty of violating this Act or any rules
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and regulations issued pursuant hereto shall, upon conviction, be punished by
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imprisonment of not less than six (6) years but not more than twelve (12) years or
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fine of not less than One million pesos (PI,000,000.00) but not more than Five million
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pesos (P5,000,000.00) or both.
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Sec. 6. Separabiiity Ciause. - If any portion or provision of this Act is declared
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unconstitutional, other parts of provisions thereof which are not affected thereby shall
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continue to be in the full force and effect.
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Sec. 7. Repeaiing Ciause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders and issuances
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and rules and regulations which are inconsistent with the provisions of this act are
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hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 8. Effectivity Ciause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
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publication in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved,