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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6933

Introduced by Representatives MERCEDES K. ALVAREZ
and JOCELYN S. LIMKAICHONG

This bill seeks to convert the local road stretching from Barangay Camingawan
and Barangay Carolan in the City of Kabankalan in Negros Occidental and connecting it
with the Municipality of Tayasan, Negros Oriental into a National Road.

Serving as a transportation as well as commercial link between Negros
Occidental and Negros Oriental, the said road has been deluged with numerous
vehicles daily, contributing to its present state of deterioration. The meager funds of the
local governments of Negros Oriental and Negros Occidental have been unable to
provide sufficient funds for its continuous repair and maintenance, necessitating its
Conversion into a national road and to enable the Department of Public Works and
Highways to step in.

The development of the highway network in the Philippines is one of the major
national programs being implemented by the government in order to support the overall
socioeconomic development of the country.

The conversion of the local road stretching from the City of Kabankalan in
Negros Occidental to the Municipality of Tayasan, Negros Oriental into a National Road
shall provide access to major airports, seaports/RORO ports, markets, production
areas, strategic tourist destinations and economic centers, and contribute to the
sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction in the Provinces of Negro:
Occidental and Negros Oriental

In view of its vital importance, the early passage of this bill is earnestly

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MERCEDES K. ALVAREZ



Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6933

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representatives MERCEDES K. ALVAREZ
and JOCELYN S. LIMKAICHONG

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE LOCAL ROAD STRETCHING FROM BARANGAY CAMINGAWAN
AND BARANGAY CAROLAN IN THE CITY OF KABANKALAN IN NEGROS
OCCIDENTAL AND CONNECTING IT WITH THE MUNICIPALITY OF TAYASAN,
NEGROS ORIENTAL INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in the
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. The local road stretching from Barangay Camingawan and Barangay
Carolan in the City of Kabankalan in Negros Occidental and connecting it with the

Municipality of Tayasan, Negros Oriental is hereby converted into a National Road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the

funding of which shall be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.


SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a

newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

17" Congress
2" Regular Session

6218

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall protect and promote the
rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary and
appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. The Constitution likewise
mandates the State to establish and maintain a system of free education in the
elementary and high school levels.

This bill proposes to establish a National High School in Barangay
Kahaponan, City of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon to be known as Kahaponan
National High School. The establishment of Kahaponan National High School will
directly benefit the students of Barangay Kahaponan and the neighboring barangays.

The establishment of the proposed Kahaponan National High School is in
consonance with the State's constitutional duty to protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and to take appropriate steps to make
education accessible to all.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this worthy measure is earnestly sought.

4" District, Bukidnon


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

17 Congress
2°4 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 621 8

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT BARANGAY KAHAPONAN,
CITY OF VALENCIA, PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON TO BE KNOWN AS
KAHAPONAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in the
Congress assembled:

Section 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the
Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Kahaponan, City of
Valencia, Province of Bukidnon to be known as Kahaponan National High School.

Section 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Kahaponan National High
School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.

Section 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act.

Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

APPROVED,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6363

Introduced by Henry 8. Oaminal

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to designate February 28 of every year as the Tangub Day
and a special non-working holiday in the city.

Tangub is a city in the 2™ Congressional District of the province of
Misamis Occidental in Region X Northern Mindanao belonging to the Mindanao
group of islands.It is composed of fifty-five barangays spread over a land area
of 16,572 hectares.

‘Tangub was declared as the 50" city of the Philippines by virtue R.A. No.
5131. As part of the Charter celebration, the city holds Dalit Festival which
showcases dances with special steps on Subanen basic dance steps and the
Christmas Symbol Festival which displays majestic giant Christmas symbols at
their city Plaza which earned them the recognition as the Christmas Symbols
Capital of the Philippines.

‘Thus, in recognition of the men and women who pioncered the creation
of the city of Tangub, this bill proposes to set February 28 as a non-working
holiday in the city. This day would be an opportunity for the residents to
celebrate the milestones achieved by the city and reflect on their duties and
responsibilities as Tangubanons.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

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Representa
Second District, Misamis Occidental


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no83 63

Introduced by Representative Henry 8. Oaminal

AN ACT
DECLARING FERUARY 28 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF TANGUB, 2° DISTRICT, PROVINCE OF
MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL TO BE KNOWN AS “TANGUB DAY”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1.February 28 of every year is hereby declared a special non-
working holiday in the City of Tangub, Province of Misamis Occidental 24
District in commemoration of its Founding Anniversary to be known as
“Tangub Day”.

SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its publication in
the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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Second Regular Session

House Bill No, 6174

Introduced by Representative Jose Enrique S. Garcia III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

During the Second World War, Mariveles was the site of the last
defense of the combined Philippine and American forces (USAFFE) and where
the historic “Death March” was assembled. On February 24, 1944, the
returning American military forces liberated the Municipality of Mariveles
and the last Sunday of February of every year is being celebrated in Mariveles,
Bataan as the Liberation Day. ;

This measure proposes to declare the Monday subsequent to the last
Sunday of February of every year as a special non-working public holiday in
Mariveles, Bataan in celebration of the Araw ng Mariveles. This is to
encourage the participation of all sectors within the Municipality of Mariveles
and ultimately towards a more meaningful and worthwhile celebration of the
Municipality's Liberation Day.

‘The swift and urgent approval of this measure, which expresses the

sense of the Sangguniang Bayan of Mariveles, in SB Resolution No. 121-2016
dated 7 November 2016 is earnestly and sincerely sought.

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JOSE ENRI S. GARCIA III
Second Bistrict, Bataan


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

6171

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Jose Enrique S. Garcia IIL

AN ACT
DECLARING THE MONDAY SUBSEQUENT TO THE
LAST SUNDAY OF FEBRUARY OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF MARIVELES,
PROVINCE OF BATAAN TO BE KNOWN AS ARAW NG MARIVELES

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. — The Monday subsequent to the Last Sunday of February is
hereby declared a special non-working public holiday in the Municipality of
Mariveles, Province of Bataan.

SECTION 2. — To ensure meaningful observance of the holiday as herein
declared, all municipal and barangay government officials, officers of public and
private learning institutions, and employers in the private sector shall encourage and
afford sufficient time and opportunities for their employees and students to engage
and participate in any activity conducted within the premises of their respective
offices, establishments, or schools to celebrate Araw ng Mariveles.

SECTION 3. — This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete

publication in either the official Gazette, or in two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6264

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JOEL MAYO Z. ALMARIO

The education of the young is one of our nation’s policies for which the Constitution
specifically and unequivocally provides. Article II, Section 13 of the 1987 Constitution
provides that “the State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation building and shall
promote and protect their physical, moral spiritual, intellectual and social well-being.” And
in Article XIV, Section 1, the Constitution states that “the State shall take appropriate steps
to make such education accessible to all.”

Today, basic education is considered to be the most needed social service that our
government could provide to our citizenry. This is because it has been identified as one of
the essential requisites for the economic growth of our country.

Education is the key to producing secure, healthy and productive individuals. The bill,
with its immediate enactment into law, should therefore be a step in the right direction.

Thus, this House Bill is filed in response to the petition filed by the residents of
Barangay San Isidro and Barangay New Visayas through the position papers of the various
sectors of the community within the Municipality of Lupon, Province of Davao Oriental.

This Bill recognizes the predicament of the parents and sympathizes with the
sentiments of the people of Barangay San Isidro and Barangay New Visayas in their desire
to have a National High School in Barangay San Isidro by the creation of the Newsan
National High School to be situated at the barangay proper in the Municipality of Lupon,
Province of Davao Oriental.

Hence, passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

6264

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JOEL MAYO Z, ALMARIO

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY
SAN ISIDRO, MUNICIPALITY OF LUPON, PROVINCE OF DAVAO
ORIENTAL TO BE KNOWN AS NEWSAN NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOLAND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Establishment of National High School. — There is hereby
established, under the supervision of the Department of Education, a national high
school in barangay San Isidro, Municipality of Lupon, Province of Davao Oriental

to be known as Newsan National High School.

SECTION 2. Appropriations. — The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department's program the operationalization of the
Newsan National High School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual
General Appropriations Act

SECTION 3. Implementation. — The Secretary of Education shall formulate

the rules and regulations implementing the provisions of this Act.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after

its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6211

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE TOBIAS “TOBY” M. TIANGCO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to rename Bangkulasi National High School located in
the city of Navotas into Angeles Memorial High School, in honor of a
distinguished couple, the late Rev. Dr. Bonifacio R. Angeles and Mrs.
Guadalupe M. Angeles.

Bangkulasi National High School was constructed on land that was
freely donated to the City of Navotas in 2007 with the sole requirement that
any structure erected thereon shall be named in honor of the donors’ parents
Rey. Dr. Bonifacio R. Angeles and Mrs. Guadalupe M. Angeles.

Accordingly, this bill seeks to fulfill the sole condition of the donation of
the property upon which Bangkulasi National High School stands.

For the foregoing reason, the immediate roval of this bill is

earnestly sought.

TOBIAS “TOBY” M. TIANGCO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6211

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE TOBIAS “TOBY” M. TIANGCO

AN ACT RENAMING BANGKULASI NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AS
ANGELES MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION. 1. Renaming of Bangkulasi National High School. The name of
Bangkulasi National High School located in the City of Navotas is hereby
changed to Angeles Memorial High School.

SECTION 2. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen days (15) after its
complete publication in the Official Gazette and two (2) newspapers of
general circulation in the Philippines.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House sino. 6049

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the road network connecting the Municipality of
Minalabac to the Municipality of Milaor to the Municipality of Pili (Camarines Sur
Water Sports Complex), into a National Road.

Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines
Sur and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase
economic activity within the Second District primarily, and the entire Camarines Sur
and the Bicol Region as a whole.

The conversion of the said network will facilitate faster and efficient
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opporutnities, encourage
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social
living conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but in the arterial
secondary and tertiary roads that lead to it.

The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national
roads as prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and
Highways and Highways have been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is
earnestly sought.

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LUE \YMU! . VILLAFUERTE JR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

House sit no, 6049

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ROAD NETWORK CONNECTING THE
MUNICIPALITY OF MINALABAC, MILAOR, AND PILI (CAMARINES SUR
WATERSPORTS COMPLEX) INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting the Municipality of Minalabac, Milaor,
and Pili (Camarines Sur Watersports Complex), consisting of ten kilometers (10km),
more or less, is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall
issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provisions of this

Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shalll take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6038

Introduced by HON. LORD ALLAN JAY Q. VELASCO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Santa, Cruz literally means “Holy Cross”, which is an appropriate name for the
place considering the Christianization of the island province started during the 17"
Century. The Church of Sta. Cruz, oldest in the entire province of Marinduque started
construction in 1714, and the nearby Baluarte followed next.

Although Boac is the provincial capital of Marinduque, Sta. Cruz is larger in land
area and population. Sta. Cruz is located on the west of Bontoc Peninsula. Aside
from its historical landmarks and tourism potential, it also has a rich agricultural and
acquatic resources that can be crucial to the Province of Marinduque's development.

The Municipality of Sta. Cruz celebrates the Feast of the Holy Cross on May 3
of every year, which happens to be its founding anniversary.

To give the people a special day to commemorate the history and anniversary
of the municipality, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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LORD ALLA! 'Y Q. VELASCO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

6038
HOUSE BILL NO.

HON. LORD ALLAN JAY Q. VELASCO

AN ACT DECLARING MAY 3 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF STA.CRUZ, PROVINCE OF MARINDUQUE,
IN COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSRY, TO BE KNOWN AS
“STA.CRUZ DAY”.

Be it enacted by the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:

Section 1. Sta. Cruz is a municipality in Marinduque known for its rich
agricultural and acquatic resources as well as historical landmarks and tourism
potential.

Section 2. May 3 of every year is hereby declared a special non-working
holiday in the Municipality of Sta. Cruz, Province of Marinduque to commemorate its
founding anniversary.

Section 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation

Approved,

LORD’ALLANIJAY Q. VELASCO
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
‘Second Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. 6870

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Agora Road, Lapasan to the CDO Port Road in
Cagayan de Oro City to a national road

The road is presently in poor condition and in need of immediate repair and
rehabilitation. City and provincial funds are not available for its maintenance and/or
upgrading. Hence, the need to use other sources.

With the proposed improvements to the Agora Road, Lapasan to the CDO
ro Port Road in Cagayan de Oro, easier access to both points would be ensured
and the potentials for commercial and industrial development would be realized.

With its conversion into a national road it would receive much needed funding
and assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is eamestly requested.

MAXIMO B. RODRIGUEZ, JR.


SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS __)
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
Second Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.
House Bilt No. 68°70
AN ACT

CONVERTING THE AGORA ROAD, LAPASAN TO THE CDO PORT ROAD IN
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress Assembled:

Section 1. The Agora Road, Lapasan to the CDO Port Road in Cagayan de
Oro City is hereby converted into a National road.

Section 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways
shall issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provision of
this Act.

Section 3. This Act shall take effect fifleen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Second Regular Session
House Bill nG997

Introduced by: Hon. Deogracias B. Ramos, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to spur development of rural barangays by
allocating funds in the national budget every year.

The economic growth of barangays in rural areas has always been
hampered by lack or scarce fund. As a result, these areas remain
undeveloped or underdeveloped for a long time, and its residents hardly
feel that the government is working for them.

These areas need government support because seventy percent
(70%) of the poor families (farmers and fishermen) in the country are
rural. The average income of Filipino farmers, whose average age is 57
years, is only $50 a month, working on his 1.5-hectare farm.!

In fact, farmers and fishermen posted the highest poverty
incidences in 2015 at 34.3% and 34%, respectively.”

For rural communities, health and nutrition are also linked with
farming, food production, income generation, among other things. Thus,
we need to provide adequate money for nutrition and health programs
as a form of investment to poor people.

Without steady government financial support, rural folks will be
left out in the development of the country which is mostly concentrated
in urban areas.

All considered, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

DEQGRACIAS B. JOS, IR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Ma

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 6997

Introduced by: Hon. Deogracias B. Ramos, Jr.

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A RURAL DEVELOPMENT
AMELIORATION FUND

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy. The State shall promote a just and
dynamic social order that will ensure the prosperity and independence of
the nation and free the people from poverty through policies that provide
adequate social services, promote full employment, a rising standard of
living, and an improved quality of life for all.

SECTION 2. Annual Appropriation. There shall be included in the
annual national budget Four Million Pesos (P4,000,000.00) as Rural
Development Amelioration Fund for every rural barangay.

SECTION 3. Trust Fund Classification. The Rural Development
Amelioration Fund shall be regularly released to rural barangays and shall
be treated as trust fund in their annual budget.

SECTION 4. Rural Barangay. A rural barangay is one defined as such
by the National Statistical Coordination Board.

SECTION 5. Rura/ Development Amelioration Fund. The fund shall
be solely allocated as follows - P1,000,000.00 for infrastructure
development, P1,000,000.00 for agriculture and/or fishery development,
P1,000,000.00 for livelihood program, P500,000.00 for burial, food,
medical, transportation and educational assistance, and P500,000.00 for
nutrition program.

SECTION 6. Implementing Rules. The Department of Interior and
Local Government shall promulgate the implementing rules and regulations
of this Act.

SECTION 7. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6369

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Aroroy Beach in the Municipality of Aroroy, Province of Masbate is a tourist
attraction for its unspoiled natural beauty. It has attracted a lot of interest as it offers
the longest line of white sand beachfront and is a welcome respite for a lot of tourist
who look for unexplored tourist sites.

This bill would seek to declare the Aroroy Beach to be an eco-tourism zone for
its preservation and maintenance as a tourism site.

In view of the importance of this matter, we urgently ask for the passage of this

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HON. ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

bill.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

6369

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE AROROY BEACH IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
AROROY, PROVINCE OF MASBATE AS AN ECO-TOURISM ZONE,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. State Policy — It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote
sustainable tourism industry. Towards this end, the state shall rationalize all efforts
pertaining to environmental protection and make the tourism industry a major source
of livelihood and an avenue for the generation of employment. Henceforth, aggressive
measures seeking to restore the country’s share in the global tourism market shall be
consistent with the preservation of the existing ecosystem and natural environment.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy — Pursuant to the declared policy of the State,
the Aroroy Beach in the Municipality of Aroroy, Province of Masbate is hereby
declared as an eco-tourism zone.

SECTION 3. Eco-Tourism Master Plan — The Provincial Government of Masbate,
the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Department of
Tourism shall jointly prepare an Eco-Tourism Master Plan for the Aroroy Beach in the
Municipality of Aroroy and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to be
implemented by the local government in coordination with concerned government
agencies.

SECTION 4. Appropriations — The Department of Tourism shall include in the
Department's programs the amount necessary for the implementation of this Act, the
funding of which shall be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.


SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees,
rules or regulations, and issuances contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of
this Act shall be deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 6. Effectivity.
completion of its publi
circulation.

This Act shall be effective fifteen (15] days following the
ion in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general

Approved
Republic of the Philippines:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6364

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Henry 8. Oaminal

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to designate January 2 of every year as the Bonifacio Day
and a special non-working holiday in the municipality.

Bonifaciois a municipality in the 2! Congressional District of the
province of Misamis Occidental in Region X Northern Mindanao belonging to
the Mindanao group of islands. It is a 4% class municipality politically
subdivided into 28 barangays with a land area of 21,028 hectares.

‘The municipality was created by virtue of Executive Order No. 242 in
1939 signed by President Manuel L. Quezon and Secretary Jeorge B. Vargas.
E.O. No. 242 organized a certain portion of Tangub, Misamis Occidental into a
regular municipality to be named as Bonifacio.

By declaring January 2 of every year as a special non-working holiday,
the people of Bonifacio will have more opportunity to commemorate and
participate in the annual celebration of its foundation day and reflect on their
duties and responsibilities as people of Bonifacio.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

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‘Second District, Misamis Occidental


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 8264

Introduced by Representative Henry 8. Oaminal

AN ACT
DECLARING JANUARY 2 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BONIFACIO, 2"? DISTRICT,
PROVINCE OF MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL TO BE KNOWN AS “BONIFACIO
pay”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. January 2 of every year is hereby declared a special non-
working holiday in the Municipality of Bonifacio, Province of Misamis
Occidental 24 District in commemoration of its Founding Anniversary to be
known as “BonifacioDay”.

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
‘Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6105

Introduced by Honorable Alberto T. Ungab

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall protect and promote the rights of all citizens
to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary and appropriate steps to make education
accessible to all.

This bill proposes to formally establish an Elementary School in Sitio Cabagaayan, Barangay
Sibulan, Toril District, Davao City to be known as Cabagaayan Elementary School.

Sitio Cabagaayan is located thirty five (35) kilometers away from the Barangay proper. It'is
mostly inhabited by Indigenous Peoples particularly the Bagobo-Tagabawa tribe. Since the soil of the
area is fertile, the predominant source of income of the people is derived from agricultural products like
coffee, com, abaca, among others. The only mode of transportation to and from the Barangay proper is
through horseback riding for about 3 to 4 hours or walking for 6 to 7 hours.

The establishment of Cabagaayan Elementary School will definitely address the desire and
aspiration of the people to attain education and acquire adequate knowledge in preparation for the
challenges for global competitiveness.

With the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly requested.

HON. ALI T. UNGAB


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6105

Introduced by Honorable Alberto T. Ungab

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN SITIO CABAGAAYAN, BARANGAY
SIBULAN, TORIL DISTRICT, DAVAO CITY TO BE KNOWN AS THE CABAGAAYAN
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:
Section 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of Education,

an Elemetary School in Sitio Cabagaayan, Barangay Sibulan, Toril District, Davao City to be known as
the Cabagaayan Elementary School.

Section 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's program
the operationalization of Cabagaayan Elementary School, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 3. The Secretary of the Department of Education shall formulate the rules and
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act.

Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette
or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

House Bit no8400

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Albeit being one of the most important economic sectors in the country, there is a
glaring inadequacy in the number of our municipal fishing ports. Fish ports are critical
in post-harvest facilities and serve as the main distribution centers for the nearby
areas as well as for distant markets. As underutilization has been a major issue for
regional ports, studies have suggested the construction of fish ports in the municipal
level instead, giving priority to localities where there are greater inter-municipal
usage potential

The study of the Philippine Institute for Development Studies of fishing ports in the
country suggests that the national government should prioritize the building of new
ports in municipalities that have no ports yet. In order to push fishing port
development in the country, this bill proposes the establishment of a fish port in
Libmanan in the province of Camarines Sur. Further, this bill proposes to implement
a training and phasing-in program for local government personnel in order to uphold
proper environment management.

The approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

LUI ‘YMUND YY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6400

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A FISH PORT IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LIBMANAN,
PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Department of
Agriculture, through the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA), a fish
port in the Municipality of Libmanan, Camarines Sur.

SECTION 2. Within two (2) years after the construction of the fish port, the PFDA,
through a memorandum of agreement, shall transfer its management to the local
government unit concerned. It shall implement a training and phasing-in program for
local government personnel on the management and operation of the fish port.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department's programs
the establishment of the fish port, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act. The local government unit concerned shall set
said funds from any available local revenue in an amount deemed appropriate for the
operationalization of the fish port.

SECTION 4. Within sixty (60) days from the passage of this Act, the Secretary of
Agriculture shall issue the rules and regulations on the supervision and monitoring,
and the transfer or withdrawal by the PFDA of the fish port.

SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

, 6219

HOUSE BILL NO.” S|

Introduced Robes

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Tanglawan Festival was launched last 10 September 2016, as part of the commemoration
of the founding anniversary of the City of San Jose Del Monte, Province of Bulacan which was
declared as a special nonworking holiday in the city by virtue of Republic Act No. 9750.
Derived from the word "ilaw" which means "light", this festival is in honor of the Lady of
Lourdes, known as a beacon among her believers. In more ways than one, she has served as an
inspiration, guiding light and symbol of hope to many San Josefios. In these hard times, people
find solace in their faith as it is the most potent weapon to surpass all trials and to enjoy the
triumphs over evils in our midst.

Just like other festival celebrations in the country, from which people derive joy and
happiness, this festival celebration will give San Josefios more reasons to appreciate the beauty
of life and of living, despite the societal problems which they are confronted with, on a daily
basis. Officially integrating it in the Foundation Day of the City of San Jose del Monte, every
September 10 would make the Day more meaningful and special. This Day will not only
commemorate the cityhood of SIDM but will also remind people that behind all the triumphs and
failures in life, they should not forget that with strong determination and unwavering faith in
God, everything that their heart's desire is possible. God will light the path to the realization of
their dreams and aspirations. Hence, the passage of this bill, seeking to integrate Tanglawan
Festival in celebration of the City's founding day by amending Republic Act No. 9750, is

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earnestly sought.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regulay Session

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Florida P. Robes ]

AN ACT AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9750, DECLARING SEPTEMBER 10 OF

EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF SAN JOSE

DEL MONTE, PROVINCE OF BULACAN TO BE KNOWN AS THE "FOUNDATION
DAY OF THE CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:

SECTION 1. Section | of Republic Act No. 9750 is hereby amended, to read as follows
"Section. 1. September 10 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday
in the City of San Jose Del Monte, Province of Bulacan, in commemoration of its founding day
AND THE ANNUAL "TANGLAWAN FESTIVAL" [and] to be known as the "Foundation
Day of the City of San Jose del Monte."
SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE}
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 131

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Status confers privileges.

At least, this flows in the veins of Republic Act No. 9257 that granted additional benefits and
privileges to senior citizens amending thereby Republic Act No. 7432.

By definition, a senior citizens is a resident citizen who is at least 60 years of age.

This bill more kindly looks at senior citizens as those who have worked for many years
paying in taxes but would not live long enough to collect benefits.

And if life expectancy is only 58 for men and 62 for women, this kind of care from the state is
of minimal help, matter-of-factly.

As much as an existing law has already granted senior citizens free medical and dental as
well as laboratory in hospitals and a monthly stipend of P500 to as high as P1,500 for
indigents, this new proposal should not be met with resistance.

This hardly expands the privileges or benefits any larger but should be viewed as a case
where no one really gains as no one really loses. In short, the zero-si conflict
does not apply in this grant — as there is not situation where ones gain’ i

loss.

proposed measure.

The immediate passage of this bill is collectively sought

HOUSE OF REPRE. — Shar IVES



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL No.1313

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
GRANTING EVERY SENIOR CITIZEN FREE MOVIE SEAT AND/OR FREE PARKING
SLOT IN SHOPPING MALLS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Republic of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Every senior citizen is herby granted free movie seat and/or free parking
slot in shopping malls.

SEC. 2. The Department of Trade & Industry shall issue pertinent guidelines to carry
out the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 3. All issuances, laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or parts thereof
not consistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect thirty (30) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE:
Constitution Hills, Quezon Ci

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1991
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: Representative JOHNNY T. PIMENTEL

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the policy of the Philippines to ensure and protect the right of the people to
a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of
nature. This is enshrined by no less that the Constitution itself.

The forests have long provided for the basic needs of our people. It has been the
source of food, livelihood and shelter for many generations that have come before
us. Furthermore, the forests serve as the shelter to our highly diverse wildlife
and help minimize erosion preventing floods.

However, significant proportions of our forests have succumb to the pervasive
heavy loggings to the detriment of floras and faunas that are thriving in these
areas. This instance holds true in the rain forests of Surigao del Sur. With the
lack of protection to the trees, the future generations of our communities may
not enjoy the benefits that our forests have endowed to us.

This Bill seeks to uphold our moral duty to the intergenerational rights accorded
to our children by providing the protection and rehabilitation to the timberlands
of the Municipality of Lingig, Province of Surigao del Sur


The approval of this Bill is earnestly sought.



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Republic of the Philippines RESP

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE!

Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1991
HOUSE BILL NO.

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Introduced by: Representative JOHNNY T. PIMENTEL

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the policy of the Philippines to ensure and protect the right of the people to
a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of
nature. This is enshrined by no less that the Constitution itself.

‘The forests have long provided for the basic needs of our people. It has been the
source of food, livelihood and shelter for many generations that have come before
us. Furthermore, the forests serve as the shelter to our highly diverse wildlife
and help minimize erosion preventing floods.

However, significant proportions of our forests have succumb to the pervasive
heavy loggings to the detriment of floras and faunas that are thriving in these
areas. This instance holds true in the rain forests of Surigao del Sur. With the
lack of protection to the trees, the future generations of our communities may
not enjoy the benefits that our forests have endowed to us.

This Bill seeks to uphold our moral duty to the intergenerational rights accorded
to our children by providing the protection and rehabilitation to the timberlands
of the Municipality of Lingig, Province of Surigao del Sur.


SECTION 5. Inclusion in the Appropriations Act. - The amount necessary to
implement the provisions of this Act shall be included in the General
Appropriations Act for the year following the approval of this Act.

SECTION 6. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of
general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines | HOUSC OF REP#ESENTATIVES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE!
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS Tine:
First Regular Session ave

26 REGISTRATION UNIT
HOUSE BILL NO. A486 BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

Introduced by Representative Salvador B. Belaro Ir.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Acts seeks to set a minimum salary increase for teachers, the
minimum being the corresponding increase in inflation rate

While it is ideal that the State should periodically increase teachers’
salaries in the continuing effort to improve the country’s educational system, the
reality is that we also have to contend with the financial limitations of the State.

Thus, any proposed salary increase for teachers should be realistic and
doable, It is hoped that this bill will set the parameters for all future salary
increases for the teaching profession.

Ae be fa

ATTY. SALVADOR B. BELARO, JR.
Representative
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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HOUSE BILL NO. 1438

Introduced by Representative Salvador B. Belaro, Jr.

AN ACT
SETTING THE MINIMUM FOR INCREASE
IN TEACHERS’ SALARIES

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known as the “Minimum Salary
Increase for Teachers Act of 2016.”

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. The State recognizes the indispensable role of
teachers in educating our citizenry. It is thus but fitting that the State ensure that
the teaching profession attract the best and the brightest by making teachers’
compensation and benefits reasonably competitive.

SEC. 3. Any salary increase that will be implemented for teachers, now and in
the future, whether in public or private schools shall not be lower than the
increase in inflation rate. For this purpose, the salaries of all teachers in the
country shall be increased yearly using the said increase in inflation rate as basis
for determining the minimum increase in teachers’ salaries.

SEC. 4. The Department of Education (DepEd), Commission on Higher
Education (CHED), and the Technical Education Skills and Development


Authority (TESDA), in collaboration with the Department of Budget and
Management shall jointly formulate and issue the implementing rules and
regulations of this Act.

SEC. 5. The funds necessary to carry out the provision of this Act shall be
included in the General Appropriation Act of the year following its enactment
into law and thereafter.

SEC. 6. All laws, orders, issuances rules and regulations or parts thereof
inconsistent with any provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, modified or
amended accordingly.

SEC. 8. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.