The rent control law, which expires on December 31, has been extended for two years, Vice President Jejomar Binay announced on Wednesday.

Binay, who is also chairman of the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC), said the extension of the Rent Control Act of 2009 or Republic Act (RA) 9653, will ease the burden of tenants faced with higher electricity and fuel costs.

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