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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
2nd Regular Session 
House Bill No. 9744
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Kankanaey, also known Kankanay, Kankanai, and Kankana-i, refers to the culture and the 
people who primarily reside in Benguet and Mountain Province of the Cordillera 
Administrative Region (CAR). Benguet is among the primary centers of the Kankanaey 
population, wherein the so-called southern Kankanaey are found in the Municipalities 
of Mankayan, Bakun, Kibungan, Buguias, and the upper half of Kapangan in the 
province. These Southern Kankanaey are also called as Benguet Kankanaey who should 
be distinguished from the Benguet Ibaloy, the latter, being inhabitants of the lower half 
and the most urbanized parts of the province, including the vegetable-growing valley 
of La Trinidad and the melting-pot city of Baguio. Kankanaey also has their own 
language called Mankayan, which dialects include Bakun-Kibungan, Guinzadan, 
Kapangan, and Mankayan-Buguias. Evidently, Kankanaey is among the major 
ethnolinguistic groups in the province.  
Given the dominance of Kankanaey in the province’s population and as one of the 
major Indigenous Peoples of Benguet, it becomes of primordial importance to honor 
their long-standing history, culture, and tradition which shaped the Province of 
Benguet to what it is today. Such appreciation would only be evident through the 
establishment of a festival that is representative of the Kankanaey. Recently, the 
Kankanaey-concentrated municipalities of Benguet—Kibungan, Kapangan, Bakun, 
Buguias, and Mankayan—have celebrated their first Kankanaey Festival which was 
held last May 13, 2023. The said festival is now institutionalized as an annual 
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celebration and recognized by the local government of the province, as a counterpart 
to the annual celebration of the Ibaloy Festival which is another dominant and equally 
significant ethnolinguistic group in the province. Hence, in honor of the said 
celebration, this bill seeks to declare the 13th of May of every year as a special non-
working holiday in the Kankanaey-concentrated municipalities in the province, 
including the municipality of Kibungan. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of this Bill is earnestly sought. 
HON. ERIC GO YAP 


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
2nd Regular Session 
House Bill No. 9744
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
AN ACT 
DECLARING MAY 13 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING HOLIDAY 
IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF KIBUNGAN, PROVINCE OF BENGUET IN 
CELEBRATION OF THE KANKANAEY FESTIVAL 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. May 13 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking 
holiday in the Municipality of Kibungan, Province of Benguet, in celebration of the 
annual Kankanaey Festival. 
SEC. 2. 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 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 9517 
INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE PM VARGAS 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT 
OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM 
GOVERNMENT SERVICE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Government employees play a vital role in providing essential 
services to the public. They often work long hours making sacrifices for 
their jobs and remaining public servants for many years until their 
retirement.  
While retirement pensions for civil servants are usually in place 
by the time they retire, many do not enjoy the benefits of higher 
compensation until their old age.   
The proposed bill seeks to automatically promote government 
employees to one salary grade higher by the time they leave the public 
sector. This end-of-service incentive is a way to recognize and reward 
government employees who have committed almost their lifetime to 
public service as well as a means to boost retirement savings and 
increase their purchasing power, thereby stimulating the economy by 
increasing demand for goods and services.  
In view of the foregoing, immediate passage of the bill is earnestly 
sought. 
REP. PM VARGAS 
Fifth District of Quezon City 
November 13, 2023
10:20 am


Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 9517 
INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE PM VARGAS 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT 
OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM 
GOVERNMENT SERVICE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Automatic Promotion. - All government officials and 
employees who are eligible for compulsory retirement shall be granted 
an automatic promotion equivalent to One Grade Level Higher than 
his/her position at the time of retirement. For this purpose, the 
adjusted Salary Grade Level of the retiree shall be used as the basis for 
the computation of his/her retirement. 
SECTION 2. The Civil Service Commission in coordination with the 
Department of Budget and Management and the Government Service 
Insurance System shall formulate the necessary rules and regulations 
for the effective implementation of this Act. 
SECTION 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days 
after its publication in the Official Gazette or at least two (2) newspaper 
of general circulation, whichever is earlier. 
Approved,
February 20, 2024
5:27 pm
9965


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Congress of the Philippines 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 9965
Introduced by Rep. Mary Mitzi Lim Cajayon-Uy 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE 
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF TEACHERS, PROVIDING FUNDS 
THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
Section 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known as "The Teachers Mental Health and Wellness 
Act of 2024." 
Section 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the policy of the State to promote and support the 
wellbeing of teachers, who play a significant role in the facilitation of education in the country. 
Section 3. Programs and Services. - The Department of Education (DepEd), in coordination 
with the Department of Health (DOH) and the Philippine Mental Health Association, shall 
establish and promote the following programs and services for the welfare and well-being of 
teachers: 
a) Regular mental health assessments of the teachers every school semester, conducted by
registered and licensed psychologists or related professionals;
b) Regular counseling sessions for teachers, focusing on stress management, emotional
stability, and coping mechanisms;
c) Stress-reduction programs, such as workshops that teach mindfulness, meditation, relaxation
techniques, and time-management;
d) Access to peer support groups and mentoring programs for teachers, with focus on creating
a safe space for expression and collaboration;
e) Periodic seminars led by mental health professionals to raise awareness and improve
understanding about mental health issues among teachers;
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSH OF REPRESHNTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HousEBILLNo.9843
Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego "Ping" D. Remulla
AN ACT
DECLARING JANUARY 15 0F EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING
HOLIDAY IN TIIE MUNICIPALITY OF AMADHO, CAVITE, IN
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY, T0 BE KNOWN AS
THE "AMADH0 FOUNDATION DAY"
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This  measure  seeks to  declare  January  15  of every  year  as  a  special  non-working
holiday in the Municipality of Amadeo, Cavite, in recognition of its foundation on January 15,
1915. Known for its agricultural significance, especially in terms of coffee production, and
being  Cavite's  largest  coffee  producer with  around  4,790  hectares  for  coffee  production,
Amadeo has a rich cultural and historical heritage intertwined with its agricultural prominence
worthy of recognition and celebration.
The  commemoration  of its  founding  anniversary  will  not  only  promote  historical
significance  but  also  stimulate  cultural  activities  and boost  local  tourism.  This will  be  an
opportunity to showcase the Municipality ' s local traditions, art, historical landmarks, and local
delicacies that will contribute to Amadeo's socio-economic growth.


This measure also aims to pay tribute to Amadeo's rich history, culture, and arts, which
will enhance the pride of locals and foster cultural awareness. In addition, the measure shall
also preserve Amadeo's heritage and promote its unique cultural identity that will be instilled
in future generations.
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought.
cRTrfuDurITAvarD.RENIIVAILA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETHENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSEB|LLNo.9843
Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego "Ping" D. Remulla
AN ACT
DECLARING JANUARY 15 0F EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN TIIE MUNICIPALITY OF AMADEO, CAVITE, IN
COMMEMORATION 0F ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY, TO BE KNOWN AS
TIIE "AMADHO FOUNDATION DAY"
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House Of Representatives Of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:
1                    SHCTION 1.  January  15  of every  year  is  hereby  declared  a  special  non-working
2      holiday in the Municipality ofAmadeo, Cavite, in commemoration of its founding anniversary,
3      to be known as the "Amadeo Foundation Day."
4                   SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the official
5      Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the PhilippinesHOUSEOFREPRESENTATIVES           ` :: ,ng•^QuezonCity,MetroManila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HouSE BILL No.  9 8 1 8
Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego "Ping" D. Remu]]a
CO
AN ACT
RTING  TIIE  CONCIIU PROVINCIAL ROAD IN TILE CITY 0F  TRECE
MART
s AND THE MUNlclpALITy OF AMADEO, ALL IN Tlm pRovlNCE OF
CAVITMartiresnationalConchu
INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FtJNDS THEREFOREXPLANATORYNOTE
his measure ains to convert the 9.4-kilometer provincial road in the City of Trece
and the Municipality  of Amadeo,  both located  in the Province of Cavite,  into  a
oad.heCavite East-West Road,  which is already  a national  road,  is comected to the
oed. Consequently, the majority of vehicles, including heavy trucks, that travel on
the East West Road also utilize the Conchu Road. This contributes to the rapid degradation of
Conchu
oad.Theproposedconversionwillalleviateexistingtrafficcongestionissues,leading
to better accessibility to both government and commercial services for the residents of Cavite.
Additio
1ly,  this  measure  is  expected to  enhance  the  economic  growth  of the  different
baranga s connected by this road network.


view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought.
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CRISPIN DIEGO "PING" D. REMULLA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HoUSEBILLNo.9818
Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego "Ping" D. RemulLa
CONVE
AN ACT
TING  TIIE  CONCHU PROVINCIAL ROAD IN TIIE  CITY 0F TRECE
b4ARTI
S AND THE MUNICIPALITY 0F AMADEO, ALL IN THE PROVINCE OF
CAVIT
INTO A NATIONAL ROAD ANI) APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enassemblStheM.SProoran
ted by the Serlate and the House Of R!epreseutatives Of the Philippines in CongressCTI0NI.TheConchuProvincialRoad,comectingtheCityofTreceMartiresand
ipality ofAmadeo, both in the Province of Cavite, is converted into a national road.
C. 2. The Secretary of public Works and Highways shall include in the Department' s
e improvement, repair, and maintenance of the said road, the funding of which shall
be incluSGazette d in the annual General Appropriations Act.
C. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
r in a newspaper of general circulation.proved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
ndusEB]LLNO.   9120
Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard A. Guintu
EXPLANATORY NOTH
Section  1, Article XIV states that "[t]he  State shall protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education
accessible to all." Furthermore, Section 2 of the same Article states that "[t]he State shall establish
and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels."
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, in 2020, the school-age population (5 to
24 years old) in Capiz accounted for 303,644 persons or 37.77 percent of the 803,879 household
population. Despite this number, the province of Capiz only has 54 secondary schools,  18 in the
first district and 36 in the second district. In order to accommodate the large school-age population
of the Province of Capiz, there is a need to establish an additional secondary school.
Accessible education should be a requisite in every province, and this bill seeks to establish
a secondary  school  in the Municipality  of Panay,  Province  of Capiz.  The establishment of an
additional secondary school in the Province of Capiz shall help improve the quality of education
in the said province. Moreover, access to education will help guide the school-age population to
become informed and prepared to take on roles that shall help develop the province of Capiz in
the near future.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Ses sion
t.,I
HOUSE BILL NO.
Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard A. Guintu
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY BATO,
MUNICIPALITY 0F PANAY, PROVINCE OF CAPIZ, TO BE KNOWN AS THE BAT0
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be  it  enacted by the  Senate  and the House  Of Representatives  Of the  Philippines  in Congress
assembled:
SHCTIO" 1. Establishment Of a National High School. -There is hereky estal3tiished,
under the Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Bato, Municipality of
Panay, Province of capiz, to be known as the Bato National High School.
SEC. 2. 4xproprJ.¢fro#s. -The Secretary of the Department of Education shall immediately
include in the Department's program the operationalization of the Bato National I-Iigh School, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SEC. 3. JmpJcmc#/flrfl.o#. -The Secretary of the Department of Education shall issue such
rules and regulations as may be necessary to cany out the provisions of this Act.
SEC. 4. E/Tecfl.vtry. -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette and in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City,  Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSE BILL No. 9Q? 3
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Introduced by
HON. ALFREDO D. MARAf]ON Ill
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This  bill  seeks to  establish  a  district  office  of the  Land  Transportation  Office
(LTO) in the City of Sagay,  Negros Occidental.
The  City  of  Sagay  in  Negros  Occidental  is  a  home  of  148,894  Sagaynons
according to the 2020 census population by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
It has an  area of 330.34 square kilometers  (127.54 sq.  in.)  and  is located  along the
northeastern coast of Negros Island.  It is bounded on the north by the Visayan Sea,
on the east by  Escalante City and the town of Toboso,  on the south  by the town  of
Calatrava, and on the west by the cities of Cadiz and Silay.
LTO Region VI through LTO Cadiz District office presently covers the area and
is responsible for delivering road safety in the said area.  However,  LTO Cadiz District
Office  can  only  do  so  as  its  manpower would  allow.  The  establishment  of an  LTO
District Office in Sagay City will be an advantage to the people of Sagay City and also
to  the   LTO  Region  VI   Management  insofar  as  the  decongestion  of  services  is
concerned for the ultimate benefits of the public in the region.
A  new  district  office  will  provide  new  and  additional  personnel  to  the  LTO
Management that will  help  lighten  the  loads of day-to-day  operations  and  generate
additional jobs for the eligible public as well as opportunities for small  businesses to
provide allied services to that of LTO.
In view of the foregoing, the approval of the bills is earnestly sought for.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City,  Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO.
Introduced by
HON. ALFREDO D. MARAfloN 111
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE LAND TRANSPORTATION
OFFICE IN THE CITY OF SAGAY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL
Be  it  enacted   by  the   Senate  and  the   House  of  Representatives  of  the
Philippines in Congress assembled:
SECTION   1.   There   shall   be   established   a   district   office   of   the   Land
Transportation Office (LTO) in the City of Sagay,  Negros Occidental.
SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Transportation shall  immediately
include in the  Department's program the operationalization of the LTO  District Office
in the City of Sagay,  Negros Occidental, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.
SEC.  3.  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
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
Second Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.   9905
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Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOL0 P. ORTEGA V
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The bill seeks to increase the bed capacity of the Bacnotan District Hospital in
the Province of La Union from twenty-flve (25) to fifty (50) beds.
The  Bacnotan  District  Hospital  is  classified  as  Secondary  Hospital  by  the
Department of Health.   It is authorized to operate twenty-five (25) beds.   For the last
five (5) years, from 2019-2023, the Bacnotan District Hospital registered a percentage
of occupancy at 110%.   In the same period, the hospital catered to  15,827  in-patients
with an annual  average of 3,166  in-patients.   Out-patient consultations  and  services
totaled to  146,289.
In order for the Bacnotan District Hospital to provide the highest level of health
care services to the people of the First District and to accommodate increasing number
of patients coming from adjacent municipalities, as well, immediate approval of this bill
is earnestly sought.
HON.
Repres
SCO PAOL0 P. ORTEGA V
| St District of La Union


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
Second Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.9905
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVH FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
INCREASING THE BED CAPACITY 0F THE BACNOTAN DISTRICT
HOSPITAL IN THE PROVINCE 0F LA UNION FROM TWENTY-FIVE (25)
To FIFTy (5o) BnDS AND FOR OTHER puRpoSES
Be it enacted by the Senate and House Of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:
SEC.1. The authorized bed capacity of Bacnotan District Hospital, Province of
La Union, is hereby increased from twenty-five (25) to fifty (50) beds.
SEC.  2.  The  existing  service  facilities  of the  Bacnotan  District Hospital  are
hereby upgraded to conform with and be commensurate to the increase in bed capacity
as  provided  for  in  Section  1  hereof.    Additional  medical  and  health  services  and
auxiliary personnel shall be provided to meet the service delivery requirements of the
Bacnotan District Hospital in accordance with guidelines of the Department of Health.
SEC. 3. The necessary funding requirement for the initial implementation of this
Act  shall  be  charged  against the  current year's  appropriation.    Thereafter,  shall  be
included in the General Appropriations Act.
SF,C. 4. If any part or provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutjonal,
other parts or provisions hereof not affected shall continue to remain in full effect.


SEC. 5. All laws, decrees, executive orders, rule and regulations or parts thereof
inconsistent with or contrary to the provisions of this Act are deemed amended, repealed
or modified accordingly.
SEC. 6. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in two
(2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved.
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. TSUYOSHI ANTHONY “HORI” G. HORIBATA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Municipality of Del Gallego, located in Camarines Sur, owes its historical 
importance to the visionary initiatives of Don Juan del Gallego. In 1936, he, in collaboration 
with Assemblyman Francisco Celebrado, tirelessly championed a bill in the National Assembly 
aimed at separating Barrio Danawin from Ragay and establishing it as an autonomous 
municipality. This endeavor came to fruition on October 5, 1936, when Executive Order No. 
56, issued by the late President Manuel L. Quezon, officially confirmed this transformation 
and bestowed upon it the name "Municipality of Del Gallego" in honor of its founder.[1][2] 
Since then, Del Gallego has transformed into a thriving and forward-thinking 
community, a testament to the commitment of its residents and the visionary guidance of its 
founder and first mayor Don Juan del Gallego. To mark this significant moment in our local 
history, we suggest establishing October 5 as "Araw ng Del Gallego," a special non-working 
holiday. 
This legislation not only recognizes the significant contributions of Don Juan del 
Gallego, Assemblyman Francisco Celebrado, and those who shaped Del Gallego's past but also 
embraces its promising future by establishing "Araw ng Del Gallego." This designation 
encourages reflection on our rich history and cultural heritage, fostering a vibrant and 
prosperous future. 
I urge our esteemed colleagues in this honorable House to support and pass this bill, 
reaffirming our commitment to preserving Del Gallego's legacy, ensuring that "Araw ng Del 
Gallego" remains a day of celebration and remembrance for generations to come. 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
TSUYOSHI ANTHONY “HORI” G. HORIBATA 
October 2, 2023
3:20 pm
9377


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. TSUYOSHI ANTHONY “HORI” G. HORIBATA 
AN ACT DECLARING OCTOBER 5 OF EVERY YEAR AS "ARAW NG DEL GALLEGO", A SPECIAL 
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DEL GALLEGO, CAMARINES SUR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. October 5 of every year is hereby declared a special non-working holiday in the 
Municipality of Del Gallego, to be known as “Araw ng Del Gallego,” in commemoration of its 
founding anniversary. 
SECTION 2. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
9377
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.     9844
Introduced by Representative DAVID "Jaylay" C. SUAREZ
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The  enactment of this  bill seeks to  honor the  memory and  the  legacy of Claro M.  Recto, who
was  born on  February 8,1890,  in llaong, Quezon. As a prominent figure in Philippine history,
Claro M. Recto`s contributions to the nation, particulariy as a statesman and as the Father of the
1935  Philippine  Constitution,  are  invaluable.  By declaring  his  birthday a  special  non-working
holiday in the  Municipality of llaong,  this  act aims to instill his patriotic spirit in the  hearts and
minds of not just its residents, but also to the rest of the country.
In  pursuit  of the  national  interest,  and  to  promote  the  cultural  and  historical  heritage  of the
Municipality of llaong, it is deemed necessary to enact this bill.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO.
Introduced by Representative DAVID "Jayuay" C. SUAREZ
AN ACT DECLARING FEBRUARY 8 0F EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAy iN THE MUNiclpALrry OF TiAONG, QUEzON pROvlNCE
TO BE KNOWN AS `'CLARO M. RECTO DAY''
Be  it  enacted  by  the  Senate  and  House  of Representatives  of the  Philippines  in  Congress
assembled:
SECTION 1. Title. -This Act shall be known as the "Claro M. Recto Day Act".
SECTION  2.  Declaration of a Special Nan-Working Holiday. -February 8 of every year is hereby
declared  as a special non-working  holiday in the Municipality of llaong, Quezon Province, in honor
of  the  birth  anniversary of  Claro  M,  Recto,  a  distinguished  statesman,  lawyer,  and  author,  who
served as a senator and Minority Floor Leader from 1931  to 1934 and was known as the "one-man
fiscalizer" during his senatorial term and the Father of the 1935 Philippine Constitution.
SECTION    3.    Commemoration.    -    The    Municipality   of   Thaong    shall    lead    the    people    in
commemorating the birth anniversary of Claro M. Recto with appropriate ceremonies and activities
that  will  continue  to  inspire  the  youth  and  every citizen  with  his  nationalism  and  the  virtues  he
exemplified.
SECTION  4.  Funding.  -  The  amount  necessary to  cany out the  provisions  of this  Act  shall  be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION   5.   Implementing   Agency.  -  The   Department  of  Education,  in  coordination  with  the
National Historical Commission of the  Philippines, the Municipality of Tiaong] and other concerned


agencies, shall take the lead  in the preparation and implementation of the programs and activities
for the commemoration of Claro M. Recto Day.
SECTION  6.  Effectivity.  -This Act shall take effect immediately upon its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No.  9810 
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT CREATING A NATIONAL WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 
POLICY 
AND 
PRESCRIBING 
ARRANGEMENTS 
FOR 
DEVELOPING, 
COORDINATING, 
AND 
IMPLEMENTING 
A 
NATIONAL 
PROGRAM 
FOR WOMEN'S ENTERPRISE 
Explanatory Note 
Under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the State recognizes the role of 
women in nation-building, and shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law 
of women and men (Article II, Section 14). This mandate requires the State to give 
women opportunities that will enhance their welfare and realize their full potential 
in nation-building. 
This bill seeks to advance the interest of Filipino women by providing 
avenues to enhance their entrepreneurial skills and to facilitate, preserve, and 
strengthen women's business enterprises and to ensure full participation by women 
in the free enterprise system. 
It will establish an Inter-agency Committee on Women's Business Enterprise 
primarily to promote, coordinate and monitor the plans, programs and operations of 
the departments and agencies of the Executive Branch which may contribute to the 
establishment, preservation and strengthening of women's business enterprise. 
Hence, the approval of this legislation is humbly sought. 
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CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
January 22, 2024
4:26 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No.   9810
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT CREATING A NATIONAL WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 
POLICY AND PRESCRIBING ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEVELOPING, 
COORDINATING, AND IMPLEMENTING A NATIONAL PROGRAM 
FOR WOMEN'S ENTERPRISE 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Women's Business 
Enterprise Act". 
SECTION 2. Declaration of PoliciJ. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to 
advance the interest of Filipino women by providing avenues to enhance their 
entrepreneurial skills and to facilitate, preserve, and strengthen women's business 
enterprises and to ensure full participation by women in the free enterprise system. 
SECTION 3. Definition of Tenns. - For purposes of this Act, the term: 
a)
"Women-owned business" means a business that is at least 51 percent
owned by a woman or women who also control and operate it.
"Control" in this context means exercising the power to make policy
decisions. "Operate" in this context means being actively involved in
the day-to-day management;
b)
"Women's business enterprise" means any women-owned business or
businesses or the efforts of a woman or women to establish, maintain
or develop such a business or businesses.
SECTION 4. Inter-agency Committee on Women's Business Enterprise. - There is 
hereby established an Inter-agency Committee on Women's Business Enterprise. 
a)
Committee Chairperson. - The Chairperson of the Committee shall be
appointed by the President of the Philippines. The Chairperson shall be
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
`*L       HouseBinNo.9150
Introduced by Representative Midy N. Cua
Lone District, Quirino
AN ACT
ESTABLISIHNG A PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY CAMPUS IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUIRINO, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Republic  Act  No.  6975  or  the  "Department  of the  Interior  and  Local  Goverrment  Act  of  1990"
formally organized the Philippine National Police (PNP). Subsequently, Republic Act No.  11279 was
passed,  amending Republic Act No.  6975  and transferring the Philippine National Police Academy
(PNPA) from the Philippine Public Safety College (PPSC) to the PNP. At that time, the transfer was
justified to promote efficiency and reduce the need for re-orientation and specialization training upon
entry into the police force.
The establishment of a PNPA campus in the Province of Quirino supports the continuous upgrading
of the operational capability of the PNP. The additional campus allows for the PNPA to increase the
number  of cadets  admitted  every  year.  Furthermore,  the  additional  campus  can  also  support  the
conduct of comprehensive research and extension services on public safety and related disciplines.
In view of the foregoing, approval of this measure is eamestly sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill No. 9150
Introduced by Representative Midy N. Cua
Lone District, Quirino
AN ACT
HSTABLISHING A PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY CAMPUS IN THE
PROVINCE 0F QUIRINO, 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  Philippine  National  Police
(PNP), a Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) in the province of Quirino to be known as the
Philippine National Police Academy-Quirino Campus.
SEC. 2. The PNPA, in close coordination with the PNP and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of the
Province  of Quirino,  is  hereby tasked to  administer and  supervise the  establishment  of the  PNPA-
Quirino Campus under this Act.
SEC. 4. The amount necessary for the effective implementation of this Act shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act on the year following the approval of this Act and in every year
thereafter.
SEC.  5. If,  for any reason, any section or provision of this Act shall be deemed unconstitutional or
invalid, the other sections or provisions hereof shall not be affected and shall remain in force and in
effect.
SEC.  6.  All  laws,  executive  orders,  decrees,  instructions,  rules  and  regulations  contrary  to  or
inconsistent with any provision of this Act are repealed or amended accordingly.
SEC. 7. 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 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. __ 
Introduced. by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT 
ENSURING THE WELFARE AND PROTECTION OF BUSINESS PROCESS 
OUTSOURCING (BPO) WORKERS IN THE PHILIPPINES 
Explanatory Note 
It is a declared policy of the State to affirm "labor as a primary social 
economic force. It shall protect the rights of workers and promote their welfare" 
(Article II, Section 18 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution). 
Also, labor rights are rooted in the Constitution, with drafters dedicating a 
full provision, setting forth rules and laws that are beneficial to labor, as related to in 
Article XIII, Section 3, to wit: 
"The State shall afford full protection to labor, local and overseas, 
organized and unorganized, and promote full employment and equality 
of employment opportunities for all. 
It shall guarantee the rights of all workers to self-organization, collective 
bargaining and negotiations, and peaceful concerted activities, including 
the right to strike in accordance with law. They shall be entitled to 
security of tenure, humane conditions of work, and a living wage. They 
shall also participate in policy and decision-making processes affecting 
their rights and benefits as may be provided by law. 
The State shall promote the principle of shared responsibility between 
workers and employers and the preferential use of voluntary modes in 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No.  9806 
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE WASTE WORKERS' HEALTH AND WELFARE 
PROGRAM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Explanatory Note 
The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall afford full 
protection to labor, local and overseas, organized and unorganized, and promote full 
employment and equality of employment opportunities for all. They shall be entitled 
to security of tenure, humane conditions of work, and a living wage.I 
"Waste workers" refer to persons engaged in the collection, transportation, 
processing, and disposal of solid waste, and includes garbage collectors, waste 
pickers, recyclers, and landfill and dumpsite workers. They play a vital role in solid 
waste management thereby avoiding the negative effects of hazardous waste, and 
contribute greatly in protecting the environment. Despite their importance, waste 
workers are some of the most under-appreciated and unprotected workers. 
This bill seeks to acknowledge the contribution of waste workers in our 
society by establishing and administering the Waste Workers' Health and Welfare 
Program designed to safeguard and promote their rights and welfare. The program 
will provide them with health coverage and benefits, occupational safety training, 
personal protective equipment, educational and financial assistance, and some other 
benefits. 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is urgently sought. 
1 Article XTII, Section 3, 1987 Constitution of the RepubHc of the Philippines 
January 22, 2024
4:26 pm


9806
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second  Regular session
HOUSE  BILL  NO. 9193
Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to declare the date March 31  as official non-working holiday in the
whole province of Southern Leyte to commemorate the first religious rites of the Christian
faith   given  the  fact  that  the   Philippines   is   a   country  whose   population   is   mostly
Catholic/Christians.
The passage of this bill will be a confirmation that the State should recognize the
significance of March 31  as an important date for its religious belief considering that the
first mass of the aforementioned faith was held on March 31,1521  at Limasawa Island
in Southern Leyte.
ln view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly recommended.
givcfty,
LUZ  V.  IVIERCADO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second  Regular session
HOUSEBILLNo.    9193
Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado
AN ACT
DECLARING MARCH 31  0F EVERY YEAR A NON-WORKING HOLIDAY
IN THE WHOLE PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE, IN COMMEMORATION
OF THE FIRST IVIASS HELD IN LIMASAWA ISLAND,
PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE, TO BE KNOWN AS THE "FIRST MASS DAY"
Be it enacted by the Senate and House Of Representatives Of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:
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SECTION 1. March 31  of every year is hereby declared a non-working holiday jn the
whole province of Southern Leyte in commemoration of the first mass held in
Limasawa Island,  Province of Southern Leyte, to be known as the "First Mass Day".
Upon proclamation of the President,  March 31  of every year shall be a non-working
holiday in the whole Province of Southern Leyte.
SECTION. 2. 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
Nineteenth Congress
Second Regular Session
HouSE BILL NO.  9 1 9 2
Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to declare Baybay - Maasin - Macrohon- Sogod Road,  into a
primary national road from curently being a secondary national road.
Currently, the Abuyug - Mahaplag - Sogod Road is the primary national road
aligned with the Mcharlika Highway.  However,  the treacherous and mountainous
terrain of Abuyug always renders the said road impassable due to frequent landslides
and floods. As a consequence, the Baybay - Maasin - Macrohon - Sogod Road takes
the role of an alternate route despite being only a secondary road only. Right now
the condition of this road is deteriorating amid heavy traffic due to its design as a
secondary road only.
Also, the recent opening of Padre Burgos to Lipata Ferry Route has increased
the flow of vehicular traffic along the said highway. Further, the volume of traffic
will soon increase as the planned Leyte-Bohol Bridge will come to fruition.
It is now obvious to redevelop the Baybay-Maasin-Macrohon-Sogod Road to
accommodate heavier vehicular traffic. By declaring this road as a primary national
road, it will be now reasonable for the DPWH to channel the right resources for its
redevelopment.
In view thereof, approval of this bill is earnestly requested.
P,`++`.-       `
LUZ VERANO RERCADO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congres
Second Regular Session
HouSEBILLNO.9192
Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado
AN ACT
DECIARING TIIE BAYBAY - MAASIN - MACROHON - SOGOD ROAI}
INTO   A   PRIMAR:I   NATIONAL   AND   AppRopRIALTING    FUNDs
THEREFOR.
Be it enacted dy the Senate and House Of Representatives Of the Philippines
in Congress assembled..
SEC. I.  The Baybay - Maasin - Macrohon - Sogod Road is heretry
deelaled a Primary National Road.
SEC  2.  The  amount  necessary  for  the  effective  implementation
of this Act shall be changed against the appropriation for the Department of
Public Wollrs and Higivways under the annual Geneul Appropriations Act
Thereader,  such  sum  as  may  be  necessary  for  the  improvement  and
maintenance  of the  said  road  shall  be  included  in  the  annual  General
Appropriations Act
SEC 3.        This Act shall take effect upon its approval
Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regull-ar Session
HouseBil|No.         9983
Introduced by Hon. Faustino Michael T. Dy Ill
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This  measure seeks to convert the  Burgos-Aurora-Alfonso  Lista  Provincial
Road into national road.   It is a road located at the western portion of the Province
of  lsabela   connecting  the   Gamu  -Roxas  and  Alfonso   Lista-Aurora   Boundary
National Tertiary Roads.
It crosses the Barangays of San Miguel, San Roque, Cattaban, Dalig, Bacnor
East, and Bacnor West, all in the Municipality of Burgos, to Barangays Nampicuan,
Esperanza East,  Esperanza West,  Bagnos,  Rizalina,  Diamantina, Santa Rita, San
Jose,  Santa  Rosa,  Ballesteros,  Villa  Nuesa,  Bagong  Tanza,  San  Andres,  San
Ramon, and San Rafael, all in the Municipality of Aurora.
Flanking  the  road  are  agricultural  lands  (corn  and  rice fields,  fruit  bearing
trees),     livestock    farms,     rice    mills,     commercial     establishments,     religious
institutions/temples,  a  cemetery,  barangay  halls/offices,  and  residential  houses.
The  Sangguniang  Bayan  of  both  the  Municipalities  of  Burgos  and  Aurora  have
repeatedly  passed  resolutions  requesting  the  Department  of  Public  Works  and
Highways the conversion of the subject road to a national road.
In view thereof, immediate approval of this measure is earnestly sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill NOE
9983
INTF`ODUCED BY REP. FAUSTINO MICHAEL T. DY Ill
AN ACT CONVERTING THE BURGOS-AURORA-ALFONSO LISTA ROAD
FROM PROVINCIAL TO NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR
Be  it enacted  by the  Senate  and  the  House of Representatives  of the  Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SEC  1.    Iltle  -This  Act  shall  be  known  as  the  "Burgos-Aurora-Alfonso  Lista
National Road Act''.
SEC 2. Establishment -The provincial road stretching from Barangay San Miguel,
Burgos,  Isabela  to  Barangay  San  Rafael,  Aurora,  Isabela  is  hereby  converted  into  a
national road under the supervision and maintenance of the Department of Public Works
and Highways.
SEC 3. Appropriations -The funding requirement necessary for the improvement,
repairs,  and  maintenance  of  the  said  road  shall  be  included  in  the  annual  General
Appropriations Act,  under the regular program of the Department of Public Works and
Highways.
SEC 4. Repealing clause. -All laws, decrees, cmacz/f7.re orders, amdregulations or
parts thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed
or modified accordingly.
SEC  5.  Separability clause - If any  portion  or  provision  of this Act  is declared
unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or any provision  not affected thereby,  shall
remain in force and effect.
SEC 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
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HouseBillNo.9804
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Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2nd District, Ilocos Norte
EXPIANiu:IORY NOTE
i    The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Memorandum Circular No.
2o2o-2±oo, also known as the "Guidelines in the Creation of IJTO  District
Offices
Classifi£0), Conversion of Extension Offices (EO) into DO/Upgrading of DO
ion Licensing Extension Offices (LEO) into Licensing Centers (LC),
::egLOTn9+£¥rc:eiTast:£efiecd£¥:f„:]aa?sCc£,?a:I:g;I.eandhasthepotentialtobe
The classification of LTO Batac as Class C agency is justified by its
ent of revenue collections, amounting to Php 37, 637, 140.55 in 2020,
35, 916.71 in 2o21, obtaining an annual average of Php 36,399,077.52.
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ThesefidrresdemonstratethatlJTOBatacnotonlymet,butmostimportantly,
exceeded   the   required   standard   for   revenue   collections.   Hence,   the
reclassification of LTO Batac from "Class D" to "Class C" is fully warranted.
benefit
terms 0
The upgrading of the LTO Batac Office will certainly be of greater
the needs of the people in the legislative district of Ilocos Norte in
processing vehicle registration, conduct of necessary examinations,
and    management    of   other    procedures    pertinent    to    regulate    land
transportation services in the district and the entire Province.
It is for the foregoing reason that the immediate passage of this
measure is earnestly sought.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill No. 98 0 4
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Introduced by Rep. ANGEL0 MARCOS BARBA
2nd District, Ilocos Norte
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SEdyloN 1. The existing I.and Transportation Office (LTO) in the City of
Batac'
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rovince of Ilocos Norte,  is hereby upgraded from a "Class  D" to a
office.
SECTION 2. The Secretary of Transportation shall immediately include
in the
in the Cfty of Batac, Province of Ilocos Norte, the initial funding of which shall
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against  the  current year's  appropriation  of the  Regional  LTO.
such sum as may be necessary for the continued operation of the
i:tparcopdrigt]oLnTs°Act:£Sthct  Office  Shall  be  included  in  the  annual  General
CTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its
publica
in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,