Creative industry council bill passes Senate
The third and final reading of the Senate Bill 2455 or the Creative Industries Charter of the Philippines was passed unanimously — with 21 affirmative votes, no negative votes, and no abstentions — by the Senate last Monday, May 23.
The proposed law supports the establishment of the Philippine Creative Industry Development Council. They will be tasked with promoting the development of creative content and protecting creators from intellectual property infringement.
The council, which will be attached to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), will have 18 members, nine from the private sector and nine from various government agencies.
Upon implementation, the members will draft and implement a Philippine Creative Industries Development Plan which must be submitted to the President within a year after the effectiveness of the act and reviewed every three years.
They are also required to collaborate with National Government agencies that operate in the culture and art spheres, while constantly consulting with accredited business support organizations and creative associations.
Creative industries covered by the bill include audio and audiovisual media; digital interactive media; creative services; design; publishing and printed media; performing arts; visual arts; traditional cultural expressions; and cultural sites.
The bill will now be sent to the appropriate bicameral committee for consolidation.
