Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. _______ 
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Introduced by HONORABLE ERNESTO “ERNIX” M. DIONISIO, JR. 
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AN ACT 
REQUIRING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FULLY EQUIPPED SCIENCE 
LABORATORIES IN EVERY PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY 
SCHOOL AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Section 17, Article II of the 1987 Constitution states: “The State shall give 
priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster 
patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human 
liberation and development. 
Likewise, Section 10, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution states: “Science and 
technology are essential for national development and progress. The State shall give 
priority to research and development, invention, innovation, and their utilization; and 
to science and technology education, training, and services. It shall support 
indigenous, appropriate, and self-reliant scientific and technological capabilities, and 
their application to the country’s productive systems and national life.” 
Furthermore, Section 11, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution states: “The 
Congress may provide for incentives, including tax deductions, to encourage private 
participation in programs of basic and applied scientific research. Scholarships, 
grants-in-aid, or other forms of incentives shall be provided to deserving science 
students, researchers, scientists, inventors, technologists, and specially gifted 
citizens.  
In line with the aforementioned Constitutional provisions, this bill seeks to 
introduce measures to strengthen the country’s reliance on science and technology, 
by inculcating in the minds of the youth its importance and value.     
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is highly sought. 
October 7, 2022
4:44 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. _______ 
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Introduced by HONORABLE ERNESTO “ERNIX” M. DIONISIO, JR. 
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AN ACT 
REQUIRING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FULLY EQUIPPED SCIENCE 
LABORATORIES IN EVERY PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY 
SCHOOL 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 "Science Laboratory 
for Basic Education Act" 
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. – It is hereby declared a policy of the State to 
give priority to scientific and technological efforts vital to national development. It has 
been proven that industrialization can be achieved if schools adopt modern methods 
of teaching science and technology during the early stages of education. 
Furthermore, the Constitution provides that the right of teachers to professional 
advancement should be enhanced. With this mandate, quality education shall be 
ensured. 
Sec. 3. Objectives. – This Act aims to attain the following objectives: 
1) To improve the quality of science and technology education in the country;
2) To provide basic and advanced S&T education in high school, respectively
in preparation for higher education;
3) To teach the students the effective use and operation of modern laboratory
equipment and facility related to science and technology; and
4) To train S&T teachers the use of modern laboratory equipment so that they
will be more effective in demonstrating their uses.
Sec. 4. Funding Source. – In addition to the funds to be provided by the 
Legislature, this Act shall receive funding support from the following: 
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a) Twenty percent (10%) share from the gross proceeds of travel tax 
collections over and above the share of the National government therefrom; 
b) Twenty percent (10%) share from the net income of the Philippine Games 
and Amusement Corporation (PAGCOR) Over and above the franchise tax 
and the corporate income tax therefrom. 
 
Sec. 5. Incentives. – Incentives shall be given to the following: 
a) Tax Incentives shall be given to private entities engaging in S&T 
development; 
b) Private schools shall import laboratory equipment/facilities for the exclusive 
use in their school shall be given a twenty percent (25%) tax deduction from 
the total revenue obligations; 
c) Private entities engaged in the manufacture of laboratory equipment needed 
in public schools shall be given a five percent (5%) tax incentive/deduction 
from the importation of raw materials. 
 
Sec. 6. Proposed System. – This Act shall provide the following: 
1) Construction of laboratory buildings; 
2) Provide required laboratory equipment and facilities; 
3) Continuous development and updating of standards for facilities; 
4) Strengthen the partnership between public and private institutions in 
promoting science and technology; 
5) Strengthen the coordination between the Regional Science and Technology 
Teaching Centers (RSTCS) and the Department of Education regional 
Offices in monitoring/utilization of laboratory equipment; 
6) Train math and science teachers the proper use, repair and maintenance of 
the laboratory facilities and equipment; 
7) Create required laboratory technician positions at least for every elementary 
and secondary schools for the operation, repair and maintenance of the 
laboratory equipment (or alternative scheme of maintenance) and facilities; 
8) The number of laboratory rooms/facilities per school shall be determined by 
science and technology experts of DOST; and 
9) The building, plans and design shall be drawn and approved by DOST-SE. 
 
Sec. 7. Disposition of Funds. – The Fund shall be utilized for the Construction 
of school laboratories including equipment/facilities and the creation of required 
positions of a technician in every public elementary and high school throughout the 
country. 
 
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through the Science 
Education Institute (SEI) in coordination with the regional offices of DepEd and the 
RSTCS Shall implement the program. The above-mentioned offices shall also monitor 
the utilization and maintenance of the equipment.  
 
Sec. 8. Implementation. – The implementation of the activities of this Act shall 
be undertaken by SEI in coordination with the RSTS and DepEd Regional Offices. The 
maximum number of pupils/students in every laboratory class must not exceed fifty 
(50) and there must be at least one laboratory room for every forty-five (45) 
pupils/students. 
 


The DOST and SEI shall also coordinate with DepED and RSTCS shall also 
formulate guidelines to review and evaluate the current pool of math and science 
teachers in order to ensure the effective conduct of their training program.  
 
Sec. 9. Separability Clause. – If any provision of this Act is declared invalid or 
unconstitutional, the remaining provision not affected thereby shall continue to be in 
full force and effect. 
 
Sec. 10. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders or regulations or part 
thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
Sec. 11. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following the 
completion of its publication in the Official Gazette or in a national newspaper of 
general circulation. 
 
Approved,