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Angeles City Building Collapse Highlights Urgent Need for New Philippine Building Act
Angeles building collapse shows need for PH building law — solon
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The collapse of a nine-story building in Angeles City, Pampanga, has intensified calls for the urgent passage of the proposed Philippine Building Act (PBA). Lawmakers argue that updating the outdated National Building Code of the Philippines could prevent future disasters and save lives.
- 01The nine-story building collapse occurred on May 24, 2026, with 26 of the 47 individuals inside rescued and four confirmed dead.
- 02Surigao del Sur Rep. Romeo Momo Sr. emphasized that the outdated 1977 National Building Code must be revised to enhance safety standards.
- 03The House of Representatives approved House Bill No. 6615 to amend the National Building Code, with 280 lawmakers voting in favor.
- 04Akbayan party-list Rep. Percival Cendaña called for an independent investigation into potential safety violations related to the collapse.
- 05Momo previously warned that failure to enact the new building code could lead to catastrophic damage during future disasters.
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The recent collapse of a nine-story building in Barangay Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga, has sparked urgent discussions regarding the need for a new Philippine Building Act (PBA). Surigao del Sur Rep. Romeo Momo Sr. stated that the outdated 1977 National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP) must be revised to prevent further tragedies. The incident, which occurred on May 24, 2026, resulted in the rescue of 26 individuals, while four confirmed fatalities have been reported. Momo stressed that without legislative action, the country remains vulnerable to substandard construction. The House of Representatives has already passed House Bill No. 6615, aimed at amending the NBCP, with overwhelming support. Additionally, Rep. Percival Cendaña has called for an independent investigation into the collapse, urging accountability for any violations of safety standards. Momo has previously highlighted the necessity of updating building regulations in light of recent earthquakes, asserting that proper safety measures could mitigate disaster impacts.
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The building collapse has raised awareness about the need for stricter building regulations in the Philippines, potentially influencing future construction practices.
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