Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 3183
Introduced by REP. EMILIO BERNARDINO L. YULO
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Professional Identification Card (PIC) issued by the Professional Regulation
Commission (PRC) is a valid government-issued identification document that certifies an
individual’s eligibility and legal authority to practice a regulated profession in the
Philippines. Beyond its primary function, the PIC also serves as an essential documentary
requirement in various official transactions with government agencies, financial
institutions, and private entities requiring authentication and verification of identity.
PICs are granted only to individuals who have fulfilled all legal and procedural
requirements, including the successful completion of licensure examinations. These cards
affirm the holder’s registration and licensure as a professional. However, the current
three-year validity of the PIC often proves insufficient, particularly for active
professionals who continue to render services even while awaiting the renewal or
reissuance of their identification.
This bill seeks to extend the validity of PRC-issued Professional Identification
Cards and Certifications of Recognition from three (3) years to five (5) years. The
proposed extension aims to reduce the frequency of renewals, easing the administrative
load on both professionals and the PRC. By spreading out renewal periods, this measure
will lessen congestion in processing centers, reduce waiting times, and streamline the
overall licensing process.
Extending the PIC’s validity will also generate practical benefits for Filipino
professionals,
including
lower
transaction
costs,
increased
convenience,
and
uninterrupted practice of their profession. Notably, this measure does not affect the
collection of initial registration or annual renewal fees, thereby ensuring that the PRC
continues to generate revenue without loss.
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Ultimately, this proposed amendment will strengthen the country’s regulatory
framework for licensed professionals while enhancing service delivery and professional
efficiency through reduced bureaucratic requirements.
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
REP. EMILIO BERNARDINO L. YULO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 3183
Introduced by REP. EMILIO BERNARDINO L. YULO
AN ACT EXTENDING THE VALIDITY PERIOD OF THE PROFESSIONAL
REGULATION COMMISSION (PRC)-ISSUED PROFESSIONAL
IDENTIFICATION CARDS (PICs) IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAWS
GOVERNING THE PRACTICE OF PROFESSIONALS IN THE PHILIPPINES
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 "PRC ID Validity
Extension Act".
SEC. 2. Declaration of State Policy. It is hereby a declared policy of the State, as
enshrined in the Constitution, to sustain the development of a reservoir of national talents
consisting of Filipino scientists, entrepreneurs, professionals, managers, high-level
technical manpower and skilled workers and craftsmen in all fields.
SEC. 3. Coverage. This Act shall cover and apply to all licensed professionals
whose licenses and/or certifications are covered and issued by the Professional
Regulatory Commission (PRC).
SEC. 4. Extension of New Validity Period of Professional Identification Card.
All Professional Identification Cards (PICs) issued by the PRC shall be extended from
three (3) years to five (5) years, subject to compliance with all the legal and procedural
requirements for its issuance. The new validity period will not affect the initial
registration fee and the annual renewal fees imposed upon by the PRC.


SEC. 5. Validity of Professional Identification Card. This Act hereby extends to
five (5) years the validity of the PICs issued and renewed by professionals who are found
to meet all the requirements for registration of a professional under laws governing the
practice of professionals in the Philippines.
SEC. 6. Implementing Rules and Regulations. The Secretary of Department of
Labor and Employment, upon the recommendation of the Professional Regulation
Commission Chairperson, shall, within sixty (60) days from effectivity of this Act,
promulgate the rules and regulations necessary for the effective implementation of this
Act are hereby repealed or modified.
SEC. 7. Appropriations. The amount necessary to effectively carry out the
provisions of this Act shall be charged against the current appropriations of the concerned
government agencies. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the continued
implementation of this Act shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SEC. 8. Separability Clause. In the event that any provision of this Act is
declared unconstitutional, the validity of the other provisions shall not be affected by
such declaration.
SEC. 9. Repealing Clause. All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules
and regulations or parts thereof which are in conflict or inconsistent with the provisions
of this Act are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.
SEC. 10. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,