Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill No.  8 7 8 3
RECEIVED
DATE
C 7  Au6  2023
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Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2nd District, Ilocos Norte
EXPIAN:A[TORY NOTE
The primary goal of this proposed measure is to address the pressing
issue of food security and significant hurdles in storing perishable goods such
as rfuits and vegetables.
The limited shelf life of vegetables, coupled with issues like pests and
diseases   adversely  affect  both  production  and  quality  of  the  vegetable
industry.
In order to ensure a stable market and sustainable food security, it is
imperative to establish cold food storage infrastructure in every province.
The  Department  of  Agriculture  (DA),  in  collaboration  with  I.ocal
Government Units (LGUs), shall identify, evaluate, and create a roadmap for
the  implementation  of cold  storage  infrastructure.  Furthermore,  the  state
shall provide incentives to private and local entities involved in this endeavor.
If enacted into law,  this has  a  potential to  enhance  profits  for the
farmers  and  create  a  reliable  market  especially  for  the  consumers.  Such
infrastructure can address inflation, smuggling, and market unpredictability.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly
sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTII CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HouseBi||No.8785
Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARIIA
2nd District, Ilocos Norte
ANAor
ESTABIASHING FOOD SECURITY C0ID STORAGE FACILITIES
IN EVERY PROVINCE 0F THE COUNTRY AND APPROPRIATING
FUINDS THEREFOR
Be  it  enacted by  the  Senate  and the  House  Of Representc[tives  Of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:
SECTION 1. Short 7t+Ze. - This Act shall be known as the "Food Security
Cold Storage Facilities Act. "
SECIION 2. DecJczraft.ori a/PoZz.ey. ~ The State acknowledges the critical
role of food security in safeguarding the welfare of its citizens and recognizes
that cold storage facilities play a pivotal role in minimizing food wastage and
upholding food security standards.
Furthermore,  the  State  acknowledges  that  the  establishment  of  cold
storage facilities in every province can enhance the sustainable food supply
chain and bolster local farmers' support.
The  State shall likewise actively promote the utilization of cold storage
facilities by farmers and food processors to guarantee the preservation, thus
securing the well-being of the people.
SECTI:OEN 3. Establishment Of Food Secu:rity Cold Storage Facilities in
Eue7i/ ProtJfnce. - There shall be a food security cold storage facility center
established in every province in the country to ensure the preservation and
safety of perishable goods, such as crops, fruits, and vegetables, and likewise
improve  food  security.  Existing  structures  that  would  meet  the  minimum
requirements or could be upgraded to effectively serve as cold storage facilities
shall be designated as such in compliance with the local government units
(LGUs) concerned.
SECTION 4. Jmpzemenrfng Agericgr.  - The Department of Agriculture
(DA)  shall work with  the  LGUs  to  establish  cold  storage facilities  in  every
province of the country. The facility shall be established in a manner that will
ensure their accessibility to farmers and food processors in the area.


The DA shall identify the roadmap for establishment, management, and
operation of cold storage facilities. It shall coordinate closely with the heads of
provincial   agricultural   offices   to   ensure   seamless   implementation   and
effective collaboration throughout the process.
SECII0N 5. Jncenft.ues. - The State shall provide incentives to private
entities  and  LGUs  that will  establish  and operate  cold storage  fachities  in
accordance with this provision. The incentives may include tax exemptions,
subsidies,   and   other   forms   of   financial   support   pertinent   to   such
establishment.
SECTION 6. Qperan.oriaJi.zafron a7td Management. - The LGUs shall be
responsible for the operationalization  of the  cold storage facilities  in their
respective  provinces.  The  DA  shall  provide  the  necessary  technical  and
financial assistance to ensure the effective operation of the facilities.
SECTION 7. Jricenft.ues. - The State shall provide incentives to private
entities  and  LGUs  that will  establish  and  operate  cold  storage  facilities  in
accordance with this provision. The incentives include, but are not limited to,
tax exemptions, subsidies, and other forms of financial support.
SEcrloN 8. Mo7ti.to7ing and Eucifuczn.ori. -    The DA shall monitor and
evaluate the performance of the cold storage facilities and shall take necessary
measures  to  ensure  their  effectiveness  in  improving  food  security  and
reducing food waste.
SECI'ION 9. Jmp!eme7ift.7tg Rules cnd RegttJafrons. - Within sixty (6o)
days from the effectivity of this Act, the DA shall, in consultation with LGUs,
and  other  concerned  government  and  private  agencies,  promulgate  the
necessary rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this Act.
SECTION  lo. Appropri.aft.o7rs.  - The amount  necessary for the  initial
implementation to fund the construction and maintenance of food security
cold  storage  facilities  shall  be  charged  under  the  DA.  Thereafter,  such
amounts necessary for the construction of food security cold storage facilities
shall be included in the General Appropriations Act. The LGU concerned shall
then provide for the continued maintenance, operation, and management of
the facility.
SEcrl0N  11. No7t-Jmpai.rmenf Czause.  -  Nothing in this Act shall be
construed  as  to  diminish,  impair,  or  repeal  rights  recognized,  granted,  or
made  available  to  disadvantaged,  marginalized,  or  specific  sectors  under
existing laws.
SEcrl0N 12. Separc[bi.Zz.ky C[czuse. - In case any provision of this Act is
declared unconstitutional, the other provisions shall remain in effect.
SECII0N 13. Repea!i.ng C[czuse.  - All laws,  decrees,  orders, rules and
regulations, or parts thereof, inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are
hereby repealed or modified accordingly.


SECTION  14.  EJrecrfui.fry.  - This Act  shall take effect fifteen  (15)  days
after its publication in the O#ci.dr Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of
general circulation.
Approved,