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Co-author and Co-sponsor of Republic Act 11479 – Anti-Terrorism Act

Ronald 'Bato' Dela RosaSenator (Seat 17)Jul 3, 2020

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Signed into law on July 3, 2020, enhances the government's capability to prevent and penalize terrorism, replacing the 2007 Human Security Act. The law allows for long detention periods without warrants, surveillance of suspects, and designates individuals or groups as terrorists, facing criticism for its potential impact on civil liberties and freedom of speech. Filed under Senate Bill No. 1083 ,18th congress, was sponsored by Senator Dela Rosa together with Senator Lacson of the Committee on National Defense and Security, Peace, Unification and Reconciliation; Finance thru Committee Report No. 9, 18th congress.

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DateJul 3, 2020
JurisdictionPhilippines
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SubmittedMar 21, 2026
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