Published February 13, 2021, 5:42 PM Bill filed to legalize weddings via videoconferencing House Bill No. 7042 or the proposed Virtual Marriage Act was filed to legalize weddings done via videoconferencing, by Kabayan Party List Rep. Ron Salo. ‘Virtual’ refers to the use of video, audio and data transmission devices that allow people from different physical locations to simultaneously communicate, see and hear each other,’ the House bill read. The bill specifically provides that “contracting parties must be physically present together in the same location.” The solemnizing officer and the witnesses may be present elsewhere. Engaged couples did not welcome the bill saying it takes away the solemnity of the ceremony and does not make it special for a once in a lifetime event.