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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo,__5791

Introduced by:
Hon. Rep. ROMAN T. ROMULO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the policy of the state to recognize the vital role of the youth in nation-building
and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-
being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism and encourage their
involvement in public and civic affairs

Geo-politically, the Philippines has been situated in some major world events, and
the World War II was one such major event that had also etched its mark in the global
scene. World War II is commemorated by both allies and former belligerent occupants in
the international scale. This great war united the Filipino people and cemented the country
as a nation of patriots ready to defend the motherland against a superpower at all costs.

World War II in the Philippines is an experience in our national past which “was
felt by every Filipino of every age in every inhabited region of the archipelago” (Alfonso
J. Aluit). It showed the magnificent valor and exceptional strength of character of Filipino
soldiers, guerillas and civilians alike

Inculcating the youth with an intensified sense of patriotism, nationalism and
respect for the rule of law entails a comprehensive and holistic pedagogical approach to
educating them on World War II in the Philippines that will include relevant chapters in
world history and, most importantly, in Philippine military history.

This bill seeks to mandate the instruction of World War II in the Philippines in
Higher Education Institutions which shall result in preserving the stories about the
relentless struggle and great heroism of our World War II veterans; and about the crucial
role played by the Filipino guerillas who tured and advanced the tide or winning against


the Japanese which led for the Filipinos to the very freedom and liberties which we are all
enjoying right now.

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

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ROMAN T. ROMULO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. avs

Introduced by

Hon, Rep. ROMAN T. ROMULO

AN ACT MANDATING THE INSTRUCTION OF WORLD WAR II
IN THE PHILIPPINES IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

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

Sec. 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “World War Il in the
Philippines Education Act.”

Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. — It is the policy of the State to inculcate in the youth
Patriotism and nationalism, to foster love of humanity, respect for human rights,
appreciation of the role of national heroes in the historical development of the country,
teach the rights and duties of citizenship, strengthen ethical and spiritual values, develop
moral character and personal discipline, encourage critical and creative thinking, broaden
scientific and technological knowledge, and promote vocational efficiency.

Sec. 3. Mandatory Instruction of World War II in the Philippines. — Pursuant to
its mandate under Republic Act No. 7722 or the “Higher Education Act of 1994,” the
Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) is hereby mandated to develop, in close
collaboration with the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office — Department of National
Defense (PVAO-DND), a course and the accompanying syllabus on “Readings in
Philippine History: World War Il in the Philippines,” as a mandatory subject in the General
Education curriculum of higher education institutions.


In support of the education on the history of World War IT all the higher education
institutions are encouraged to keep in their libraries adequate books, resources and
reference materials on World War Il in the Philippines

Sec. 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations - The CHE4, in close collaboration
with the PVAO-DND, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations within one
hundred and eighty (180) days from the effectivity of this Act. Other, governmental entities
may be tapped jointly by the principals as resource or advisory groups in this undertaking
Likewise, resource persons such as individual college/university presidents or
administrators, faculty members and students may also be invited jointly by CHEd and
PVAO-DND to participate

See. 5, Separability Clause. ~ If any part or provision of this Act shall be declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the other provisions hereof are not affected thereby shall remain
in full force and effect.

Sec. 6. Repealing Clause. ~ All laws, decrees, executive orders, memorandum
orders, memorandum circulars, administrative orders, ordinances or parts thereof, which
are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed repealed or modified
accordingly

Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the official Gazette or in a newspaper of national circulation

Approved.