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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives

Quezon City RECEIVED

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House Bill No. _459

First Regular Session
| BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

se W REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by HONORABLE ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” 8, QUIMBO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The bill seeks to convert the city road, Bagong Farmer's Avenue I, traversing
Barangay Tumana in the Second District, City of Marikina, into a national road.

Roads enhance economic activities as they promote mobility and accessibility
of the people, thus, opening a horizon of economic possibilities, business
opportunities and better employment. Roads which have been established need to
be maintained and repaired when necessary to assure that their purposes are fully
served.

By converting Bagong Farmer's Avenue | into a national road, it would
transfer the responsibility of the maintenance to the national government through
the Department of Public Works and Highways, thus channeling the resources of
the city government earmarked for the maintenance of the said road to more
important projects and programs of the city government.

‘Thus, the conversion of the said road would greatly improve the quality of life
of the people in the terms of economic activity, easy accessibility and convenience
by means of good roads, at the same time allowing the city government to reallocate
its funds for the creation of the better projects in furtherance of the same,

In view thereof, the expedient approval of this bill is strongly recommended.

ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” S. QUIMBO
Repyesentative
2nd Distrfct, Marikina City


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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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House Bill No, 459

Introduced by HONORABLE ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” S. QUIMBO.

AN ACT CONVERTING BAGONG FARMER’S AVENUE I TRAVERSING
BARANGAY TUMANA IN THE SECOND DISTRICT, CITY OF MARIKINA INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. Bagong Farmer’s Avenue I traversing Barangay Tumana in the Second
District, City of Marikina is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall
include in the Department's program the improvement, maintenance, and repair of
the said road, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
RECEIVED
pare:__04 JUL 2016

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RECISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND iNOEX SERVICE

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

835

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Compostela Valley Province was created out of the Province of Davao del Norte
by virtue of Republic Act No. 8470 which was enacted into law on January 30, 1998.
This was overwhelmingly ratified by the populace who wanted to chart their destiny as an
independent political subdivision during the plebiscite conducted on March 8 of the same
year,

Every year since then, the province celebrates March 8 as its Foundation Day. It
has always been a significant date not only in commemorating the humble beginnings of
the province, but more so because the fateful day affords its political leadership and
residents the chance to rededicate themselves to Compostela Valley’s well-being and
development. The same coincides with the weeklong Bulawan Festival which showcases
the rich natural and human resources, history and heritage of the Comvaleiios.

This proposal seeks to declare March 8 of every year as a special non-working
day in Compostela Valley Province in order to give its citizens the chance to organize
and stage appropriate ceremonies in honor of their foundation day.

Approval of the bill is respectfully sought.

EY S. ZAMORA

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES



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RECEIVED
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE iy ae
Quezon City
17™ CONGRESS
First Regular Session REGISTRATION UNIT

BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE
HOUSE BILL NO. 280

Introduced by REP. EVELINA G, ESCUDERO-

EXPLANATORY NOTE

For several years the twelve (12) kilometer road from Barangay Cumadead to
Barangay Macalaya, Municipality of Castilla, Province of Sorsogon has been neglected. With
only the use of Countrywide Development Funds and Congressional Initiative Allocations, a
significant portion of the road has been paved.

Barangay Macalaya is noted for its abundant fishery products and other agricultural
ctops produced by other neighboring barangays. A fishery port in Barangay Macalaya has
been constructed to serve its fisherfolks. To hasten the improvement of said road network,
there is a need to convert it into a National Road. In so doing, it will benefit not only the
residents of Barangay Cumadcad and Barangay Macalaya but also other barangays along the
way and the neighboring Municipality of Magallanes, Province of Sorsogon and the
Municipalities in the Island of Ticao, Province of Masbate.

Hence, the immediate approval of this Bill is earnestly requested.

“VELINA G. ESCUDERO,


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17™ CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 280

Introduced by REP. EVELINA G. ESCUDERO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CUMADCAD — MACALAYA PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF CASTILLA, PROVINCE OF SORSOGON INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Cumadcad — Macalaya Provincial Road in the Municipality of
Castilla, Province of Sorsogon is hereby converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue
the necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provision of this Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper
of general circulation.

Approved,
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Quezon City BY:

REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS: AND INDEX SBRNOREE

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 68

Introduced by HON. SANDRA Y. ERIGUEL, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill, which was previously filed in the 15 and 16" Congress, seeks to
convert the Naguilian-Caba Road in the Province of La Union into a national road.

The Second District of La Union is the gateway to the North. Many residents,
visitors, entrepreneurs and most especially the farmers prefer to travel by land to reach
the Ilocos region and Baguio City. Farmers especially need roads that are in good
condition to take their produce to the markets in a fast and efficient manner. However,
some provincial roads are not properly maintained mainly due to lack of funds. The
deplorable condition of some of these roads poses a hazard to the public and a hindrance
to the growth of the area.

It is thus imperative that the government provide roads that are in tip-top condition
to afford convenient, quick and safe travel for all. This will definitely boost the economy
of the District and accessibility to the rest of the Province.

What would further enhance the productivity of the region would be the
nationalization of some of its roads. Doing so would improve the economic activities of
the area and businesses could continue even during inclement weather and at times when
other roads are damaged.

This bill then seeks to convert the Naguilian-Caba road into a national road. The

problems aforementioned will be resolved with this conversion as support will be



available from the national government and through funds allocated for congressional
districts.

In view of the foregoing, the passage of this Bill is eamestly sought.

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SANDRA Y. ERIGUEL, M.D.

Second District, La Union


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 681

Introduced by HON. SANDRA Y, ERIGUEL, M.D.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE NAGUILIAN - CABA ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF
LA UNION INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in

Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. The Naguilian-Caba Road in the Province of La Union is hereby
converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department’s program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, 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 at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
RECEIVED
pave, 24 JUL 2016

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES)

Quezon City
ey: a=
First Regular Session
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS REGISTRATION UNIT
834 BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE
House Bill No. i

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The upgrading of a provincial road to a national thoroughfare usually
ensures its regular rehabilitation and repair as the same will be programmed and
undertaken by the Department of Public Works and Highways and included under
the annual General Appropriations Act. Such development will provide the
commuting public and other users of the road safe and convenient passage.

In Compostela Valley Province, the Canidkid-Mayaon-Kaligutan-Laak
provincial road traverses the municipalities of Montevista and Laak, and links the
province to the neighboring provinces of Davao del Norte and Agusan del Sur. In
deemed by the concerned local government
councils that the same stretch of highway be converted into a national road. This i
upgrade, they say, will also take care of the road’s upkeep and maintenance.

In view of the foregoing, this bill was filed for favorable consideration.

MARIA CA . ZAMORA



CeIaUeEne

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

834

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen $, Zamora

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CANIDKID-MAYAON-KALIGUTAN-LAAK PROVINCIAL ROAD
IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF MONTEVISTA AND LAAK, COMPOSTELA VALLEY
PROVINCE, INTO A NATIONAL SECONDARY ROAD, AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

Be_it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress

assembled:

SECTION 1, The Canidkid-Mayaon-Kaligutan-Laak Provincial Road in the
Municipalities of Montevista and Laak, Compostela Valley Province, is hereby converted
into a national secondary road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works
and Highways.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall
include in the Department’s program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said
road, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
HOUSE OF REI

MESENTATIVES

Republic of the Philippines RECE IVED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIV! ae 4 JUL 2016
Quezon City we CR
17% Congress By:
First Regular Session

REGISTRATION UNIT

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House Bill No." ] BILLS ANU INDEX SERVICE

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to create a Provincial/Branch office of Government Service
Insurance System (GSIS) in the municipal town of Naval, Province of Biliran,

PD No. 1146, otherwise known as “The Revised Government Service Insurance Act
of 1977. The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) was established mainly for the
purpose of meeting the increasing needs of workers in the government sector and their
respective families through social security and insurance programs, The growing number
of public employees in Biliran sans GSIS office is a plight of public servants in the
province.

Biliran Province has eight (8) Island Municipalities and 132 barangays with 172
thousand population and annual growth rate of 1.13%. It is located in the Eastern Visayas,
a highly urbanized province which is mostly hit by typhoon, storm surges and other
catastrophes. However, the nearest GSIS office from the Island is located at the Regional
office in Tacloban City, Leyte. Public employees who need to transact with GSIS often
encounter difficulties in two to three-hour travel just for the purpose. ‘The travel
expenses and time alone are already unduly onerous for them, what more of the
other allied expenses they have to defray.

The necessity for the creation of a GSIS Provincial Office in Naval, Biliran shall
serve the greater number of public servants since there is no existing GSIS office to
cater for the whole province of Biliran. It will also substantially cut travel time and
expenses. Finally, it will unburden the office in Tacloban City which is currently
servicing the entire Region.

This form of immediate assistance if properly utilized will be a great extent
ameliorates the depressed living conditions of our public servants.

For these reasons, the immediate approvalof this bill is earnestly sought.

Congressman
Lone District of Biliran


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17% Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 8? 1

a : Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A PROVINCIAL OFFICE OF THE GOVERNMENT SERVICE
INSURANCE SYSTEM (GSIS) IN NAVAL, BILIRAN AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the direct supervision of the
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), a satellite/branch office of the GSIS in
the Municipality of Naval, Biliran to be known as the Biliran GSIS Satellite Office.

SEC. 2. The GSIS Board of Directors shall immediately include in the Institution’s
programs the operationalization of the GSIS Branch Offte in Naval, Biliran, the
funding of which shall derive from their general funds.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
OfficialGazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
RECEIVED
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tie: 4y

Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI’
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRES! BYy -

First Regular Session

REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE
House Bill No.495

Introduced by Hon. Karlo A. B. Nograles and Hon. Jericho Jonas B. Nograles

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Philippine Constitution mandates the State to “protect the rights of workers and
promote their welfare.” One such protection to labor is to satisfy their claims against the
employer's business.

Article 110 of the Labor Code of the Philippines provides that the unpaid wages and
benefits. and/or money claims of the workers shall enjoy preference over all other claims
of creditors and the government. However. the interpretation of Article 110 by the
Supreme Court. as reflected in its decisions, varies. The proposed amendment in this bill
seeks to institutionalize jurisprudence that uphold the principle of Article 110 by giving
workers first lien in case of bankruptcy to satisfy their money claims against the business.
This proposed amendment will be consistent with the constitutional mandate of full
protection to labor.

The passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

HON. KARLO A. B. NOGRALES: HON. JERI AS B. NOGRALES


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTI

ITH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

Tal
House Bill No. 490

Introduced by Hon. Karlo A, B. Nograles and Hon. Jericho Jonas B. Nograles

AN ACT
INSTITUTING WORKER’S CLAIM AS STATUTORY FIRST LIEN ON THE
ASSETS OF A BANKRUPT EMPLOYER, AMENDING FOR THIS PURPOSE
ARTICLE 110 OF PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 442, AS AMENDED,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled.

SECTION 1. Article 110 of Presidential Decree No. 442, as amended. otherwise
known as the “Labor Code of the Philippines”, is hereby further amended to read as
follows:
“ART. 110. Worker [preference] FIRST LIEN in case of bankruptcy. — In
the event of bankruptcy or liquidation of an employer's business, his workers
shall enjoy first [preference] LIEN as regards their unpaid wages and other
monetary claims, any provision of law to the contrary notwithstanding. Such
unpaid wages and monetary claims shall be paid in full EVEN WITHOUT
FORMAL DECLARATION OF BANKRUPTCY OR INSOLVENCY
before the claims of the Government and other creditors may be paid.”
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>. 2. All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations and other
issuances or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed.

modified or amended accordingly.


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.
Hee

RECEIVED

Republic of the Philippines Maw) my
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 74 ML 2018

Quezon Ci

Dail
Tine.
BY:

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

980

House Bill No. “©

REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

Introduced by Rep. LAWRENCE LEMUEL H. FORTUN

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the NRJ-Tiniwisan-Maguinda-Mandamo (Butuan City) —
Poblacion-Malicato-San Isidro-Rosario-Marcos Calo (Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte) —
NRJ Agusan — Davao Road into a Secondary National Road.

Efficient road networks form part of the lifeblood of trade and commerce. The NRJ-
Tiniwisan-Maguinda-Mandamo (Butuan City) — Poblacion-Malicato-San Isidro-Rosario-
Marcos Calo (Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte) - NRJ Agusan — Davao Road provides that
vital link for efficient transportation of goods and services to strategic destinations to and
from the City of Butuan, the Province of Agusan del Norte and other parts of the Caraga
Region, more particularly ports of embarkation and disembarkation and the provincial
and city centers. The whole stretch of the road encompasses a number of local
government units.

Because of its major contribution to economic development in the city, the province and
the region, ensuring its quality and reliability has become a critical and urgent concern on
the part of the affected local government units. The LGUs, however, are unable to meet
the financial demands of maintaining the integrity of the road, This has resulted in the
bad condition of the road, thereby causing an unwelcome impact on the economic and
commercial activities in the affected areas,

For the foregoing reasons, the conversion of the NRJ-Tiniwisan-Maguinda-Mand&mo
(Butuan City) — Poblacion-Malicato-San Isidro-Rosario-Marcos Calo (Las
Agusan del Norte) ~ NRJ Agusan ~ Davao Road into a Secondary National X
become imperative. The passage of this bill is therefore most earnestly sought,

EPRESENTATIVES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

980

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. LAWRENCE LEMUEL H. FORTUN

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE NRJ-TINIWISAN-
|AGUINDA-MANDAMO (BUTUAN CITY) ~ POBLACION-MALICATO-SAN
DRO-ROSARIO-MARCOS CALO (LAS NIEVES, AGUSAN DEL NORTE)-

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NRJ AGUSAN-DAVAO ROAD INTO A NATIONAL SECONDARY ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1 The NRJ-Tiniwisan-Maguinda-Mandamo (Butuan City) —
Poblacion-Malicato-San Isidro-Rosario-Marcos Calo (Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte) ~
NRJ Agusan ~ Davao Road is hereby converted into a National Secondary Road under
the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the DPWH shall include in the Department's
program the improvement, maintenance and repair of the said road, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE: RECEIVED:
Quezon Eity 34 JUL 2018
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILLNo,_ 299 REGISTRATION UN

BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Education is the key that allows people to move up in the world, seek better jobs,
and ultimately succeed fully in life. Education is very important, and no one should be
deprived of it

The Constitution mandates the State to protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and to take appropriate steps to make such
education accessible to all

This bill seeks to convert the Capucnasan High School into the Capucnasan
National High School with the end view of promoting quality education as envisioned by
the Constitution as the Municipality of Milaor does not have sufficient funds to support
the needs of the school and its students. Due to this situation, the school and its
students are currently suffering form lack of facilities, materials and qualified faculty
There is an urgent need, therefore, to pass the burden to the national government if
only to pursue the constitutional mandate of promoting the right of citizens to quality
education.

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

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no,__959

Introduced by HONORABLE LUIS RAYMUND F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE CAPUCNASAN HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY
CAPUCNASAN, MUNICIPALITY OF MILAOR, PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR
INTO A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS CAPUCNASAN NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled.

Section 1. Conversion into a National High School. - The Capucnasan High School in
Barangay Capucnasan, Municipality of Milaor, Province of Camarines Sur is hereby
converted into a national high school to be known as Capucnasan National High
School

Section 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. - All personnel, assets, liabilities and
records of the Capucnasan High School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the
Capucnasan National High School.

Section 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Capucnasan National High School,
the initial funding of which shall be charged against the current year's appropriations of
the Capucnasan High School. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued
operation of the school shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 4. Implementation.- The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and
regulations that may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

Section 5. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
363

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

While individual income taxpayers are already being extended an additional
exemption of Twenty Five Thousand Pesos (P25,000) for each dependent not exceeding
four (4) under the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC), the advent of the K+12
curriculum of the Department of Education will negate the relief being provided by the
tax break as the additional two years of basic education will certainly entail more
expenses for parents who are also taxpayers. As such, there is a need for the government
to help ease the financial burden of the extended new schooling curriculum by providing
our parent-taxpayers with increased additonal exemptions for their qualified dependents.
The tax relief, if favorably considered, will generally redound to the benefit of the
dependents’ education and answer for their other basic needs, while providing additional
financial support to parents, particularly those who are single and have sole custody of
the dependent child or children.

This bill seeks to amend the National Internal Revenue Code by increasing the
additional exemption for each qualified dependent ftom Twenty-Five Thousand Pesos
(P25,000) to Fifty Thousand Pesos (P50,000).

‘The passage of this timely measure is most respectfully sought.

MAI S. ZAMORA

SOF REPRESENTATIVES
RECEIVED



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

363

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora

AN ACT
INCREASING THE ADDITIONAL INCOME TAX EXEMPTION FOR EACH.
QUALIFIED DEPENDENT FROM TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND PESOS
(P25,000) TO FIFTY THOUSAND PESOS (P50,000), AMENDING CHAPTER VII,
SECTION 35 (B) OF THE NATIONAL INTERNAL REVENUE CODE (NIRC),
AS AMENDED, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Chapter VII, Section 35 (B) of the National Internal Revenue Code
(NIRC) is hereby amended to read as follows:

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(B) Additional Exemption for Dependents —There shall be allowed an additional
exemption of FIFTY THOUSAND PESOS (P50,000) for each dependent not exceeding
four (4).

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SEC. 5. All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations, or parts thereof,
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed or amended accordingly.

SEC. 6. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
RECEIVED

Republic of the Philippine: pate: 30 JUN 2016

H. B. No. 708

Introduced by HONORABLE BELLAFLOR J. ANGARA-CASTILLO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Casiguran-Dilasag, Provincial Road, connecting
Barangays Esperenza in the Municipality of Casiguran and Barangays
Manggitahan and Dimaseset in the Municipality of Dilasag, Province of Aurora
into a national road.

The Casiguran-Dilasag Provincial Road Provincial Road is one of the key access
roads in the Province of Aurora. It is utilized by tourists and allows the transfer
of various equipment and goods to the province. Its improvement and
maintenance will greatly contribute to commerce and tourism in the area, by
facilitating greater and smoother access to the municipalities it connects.

In view of the foregoing, the swift passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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Representative
Lone District, Province of Aurora


SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES —_)
First Regular Session )

H.B.No.__208

Introduced by Honorable BELLAFLOR J. ANGARA-CASTILLO.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE CASIGURAN-DILASAG PROVINCIAL
ROAD CONNECTING THE MUNICIPALITIES OF DILASAG AND
CASIGURAN IN THE PROVINCE OF AURORA INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Casiguran-Dilasag provincial road connecting, the
municipalities of Dilasag and Casiguran in the Province of Aurora is hereby
converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and
Highways shall include in the Department's program the improvement,
maintenance and repair of the said road, the funding of which shall be included
in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen days after its publication in the
Official Gazette and in at least two (2) newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS BILLS AND

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo, 285

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO B. DALOG and REP. ERIC D. SINGSON

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Bill seeks to convert the SAGADA — BESAO — QUIRINO, ILOCOS
SUR ROAD, presently classified as a provincial road into a National Road.

The Sagada — Besao — Quirino Ilocos Sur Road is a 34.871 - kilometer
road stretch which starts at barangay Poblacion in the Municipality of Sagada
and traverses barangays Poblacion, Suquib, Bangguitan, Nacawang, Bunga,
Catengan, Padangaan,Panabungen, Laylaya and Pangweo all in the
Municipality of Besao then exits to the Municipality of Quirino, Ilocos Sur.

The conversion of said road into a national road will benefit Mountain
Province and llocos Sur, improving trade and commerce between the people
therein. In addition, the conversion of said road will definitely contribute and
promote the tourism industry in the two provinces as the stretch of the road
links Sagada, a known tourist spot in Mountain Province and Tirad Pass, a
historical site in Quirino, Ilocos Sur.

With the sustained maintenance of the road the socio-economic
amelioration of the people using the same and the communities traversed by
the said road will definitely be enhanced.

In view of the foregoing, approval of the Bill is earnestly sought.

‘LOG ERIC D. SINGSON


Republic of the Philippines
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL. 285

AN ACT CONVERTING THE SAGADA — BESAO — QUIRINO, ILOCOS SUR
ROAD INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

Section. 1. Conversion into a National Road. The Sagada — Besao
= Quirino, Ilocos Sur Road is hereby converted and declared a national road.

Sec. 2. Appropriation. The amount necessary to cover the
improvement, repairs and maintenance of said road as envisioned in the
implementation of this Act shall be charged to the unappropriated funds of the
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) under the General
Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sums as maybe necessary for the
improvement and maintenance of the National Road shall be included in the
Annual Budget of the DPWH.

Sec. 3. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after
its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of
general circulation.

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
RECEIVED
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Republic of the Philippines,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRES
First Regular Session

House BILLNO.__7#3

Introduced by: REP. MAXIMO B. DALOG and REP. RONALD M. COSALAN

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the MOUNTAIN PROVINCE-BENGUET
ROAD VIA GUINZADAN-MANKAYAN SECTION, presently classified as a
provincial road into a National Road.

The MOUNTAIN PROVINCE-BENGUET ROAD VIA GUINZADAN-
MANKAYAN SECTION is an 18.550-kilometer road stretch which starts at the
junction in Guinzadan Central along the provincial road and traverses the
barangays of Cagubatan, Pandayan, Bana-ao, Lenga, Dacudac and Sayapot
all of Tadian, Mountain Province then exits at barangay Balili, municipality of
Mankayan, Benguet.

The proposed conversion will serve as an alternate road of the
inhabitants and farmers of both the provinces of Mountain Province and
Benguet to transport and trade their crops and goods to the different markets
of both provinces as well as the trade centers of the nearby towns in the locos

Region.

The sustained maintenance of the said road will definitely enhance the
socio-economic development of both provinces especially the communities
traversed by the said road.

In view of the foregoing consideration, approval of the Bill is sought.

JALOG RONALD M. COSALAN


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

9°
HOUSE BILL NO. ea

Introduced by: HON. MAXIMO B. DALOG

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE MOUNTAIN PROVINCE-BENGUET ROAD VIA
GUINZADAN-MANKAYAN SECTION FROM A PROVINCIAL ROAD TO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

Section 1. Conversion into a National Road. The Mountain
Province-Benguet Road via Guinzadan-Mankayan Section with a net length of
18.55 kilometers is hereby converted and declared a National Road.

Sec. 2. Appropriation. The amount necessary to cover the
improvement, repairs and maintenance of said road as envisioned in the
implementation of this Act shall be charged to the unappropriated funds of the
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) under the General
Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sums as maybe necessary for the
improvement and maintenance of the National Road shall be included in the
annual budget of the DPWH.

Sec. 3. Effectivity. This Act shall effect fifteen (15) days after its

publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

Approved
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Republic of the Philippines | RECEIVED
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HOUSE BILL NO.

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BY: Tia.
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

Introduced by REP. EDGAR MARY S. SARMIENTO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to designate November 28 of every year as a non-working holiday for the
Municipality of Sta. Margarita being its foundation day.

According to the National Historical Institute, Sta. Margarita gained independence from
Calbayog on November 28, 1891 by virtue of a decree from the Governor General. This is the
date recognized by the National Historical Institute when Sta, Margarita officially became a
town.

This day, November 28, would present itself as an opportunity for the residents to celebrate
the milestones achieved by the municipality and reflect on the duties called upon them as
people of Sta. Margarita.

This measure was approved by the House on Third Reading last Congress and was

transmitted and received by the Senate in 2014. However, due to lack of material time, this
‘was not approved by the Senate,

EDGAR MARY S\SARMIENTO

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

859
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: REP. EDGAR MARY S. SARMIENTO

AN ACT DECLARING NOVEMBER 28 OF EVERY YEAR AS THE
FOUNDATION DAY OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SANTA MARGARITA AND A.
SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled.
SECTION 1. To commemorate the founding anniversary of the Municipality of Santa
Margarita, November 28 of every year is hereby declared as the Foundation Day of the

Municipality of Santa Margarita and a special non-working holiday in the municipality.

In the event that the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the holiday will be observed on

the Monday that follows.

SECTION 2. All laws, orders, presidential issuances, rules and regulations or part thereof

inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its publication in at
least two newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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HOUSE. OF REPH
RECEIVED

4 JUL 2018

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
ist Regular Session

House BillNo.___ 920. cf SAL aloe

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald Aguinaldo Abaya

EXPLANATORY NOTE

On September 7, 1940, the Municipality of Cavite was converted into a
component city by virtue of Commonwealth Act No. 547. Since then, the City of Cavite
has grown into one of the most progressive cities in the country. For this reason, every
year, the City marks this milestone in its existence with appropriate and meaningful
celebrations participated in by residents and various government and non-government
organizations. However, since September 7 usually falls on a working day, many of
the residents are busy with their respective jobs or businesses. Hence, they are not
able to fully appreciate the significance of this day.

This bill therefore seeks to declare September 7 of every year as a special
non-working holiday in Cavite City to enable its residents and local officials to fully
participate in the festivities prepared by the City Government in commemoration of the
City's Foundation Anniversary.

For the foregoing reasons, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought

FRANCIS GERALD AGUINALDS AYA

Representative, First et, Cavite

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
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House Bill No. $20

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald Aguinaldo Abaya

AN ACT DECLARING SEPTEMBER 7 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF CAVITE, PROVINCE OF CAVITE, TO
COMMEMORATE THE FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY OF THE CITY OF CAVITE

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

SECTION 1. September 7 of every year is hereby declared as a special non-
working holiday in the City of Cavite, Province of Cavite, to commemorate the
Foundation Anniversary of the City of Cavite

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
HOUSE WF 2 Pe

Republic of the Philtppies
House of Representatives
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONG!

First Regular Sessio:

REGISTRATION UNIT

House Bill No. AS BILLS AND WDE X SERVICE

Introduced by HONORABLE ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” 8. QUIMBO.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The bill seeks to convert the city road, Gregorio Del Pilar Street, traversing
Barangay Parang and Barangay Marikina Heights in the Second District, City of
Marikina, into a national road.

Roads enhance economic activities as they promote mobility and accessibility of
the people, thus, opening a horizon of economic possibilities, business opportunities
and better employment. Roads which have been established need to be maintained
and repaired when necessary to assure that their purposes are fully served.

By converting Gregorio Del Pilar Street into a national road, it would transfer
the responsibility of the maintenance to the national government through the
Department of Public Works and Highways, thus channeling the resources of the city
government earmarked for the maintenance of the said road to more important
projects and programs of the city government.

Thus, the conversion of the said road would greatly improve the quality of life of
the people in the terms of economic activity, easy accessibility, and convenience by
means of good roads, at the same time allowing the city government to reallocate its
funds for the creation of the better projects in furtherance of the same. * *

In view thereof, the expedient approval of this bill is strongly recommended.

ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” S. QUIMBO
Representative
2nd District, Marikina City


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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

441 :

House Bill No."

Introduced by HONORABLE ROMERO FEDERICO “MIRO” S, QUIMBO

AN ACT CONVERTING GREGORIO DEL PILAR STREET TRAVERSING BARANGAY
PARANG AND BARANGAY MARIKINA HEIGHTS IN THE SECOND DISTRICT, CITY
OF MARIKINA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD.

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

SECTION 1. Gregorio Del Pilar Street traversing Barangay Parang and Barangay
Marikina Heights in the Second District, City of Marikina is hereby converted into a
national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall
include in the Department's program the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the
said road, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE:
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

REGISTRATION UNIT

HOUSE BILL NO. 962 BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Education is the key that allows people to move up in the world, seek better
jobs, and ultimately succeed fully in life. Education is very important, and no one
should be deprived of it.

The Constitution mandates the State to protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and to take appropriate steps to make such
education accessible to all.

This bill seeks to convert the Dalipay High School into the Dalipay National
High School with the end view of promoting quality education as envisioned by the
Constitution as the Municipality of Milaor does not have sufficient funds to support
the needs of the school and its students. Due to this situation, the school and its
students are currently suffering form lack of facilities, materials and qualified faculty.
There is an urgent need, therefore, to pass the burden to the national government if
only to pursue the constitutional mandate of promoting the right of citizens to quality
education.

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

amas . VILLAFUERTE, JR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO,_962_

AN ACT CONVERTING THE DALIPAY HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY DALIPAY,
MUNICIPALITY OF MILAOR, PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS DALIPAY NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. Conversion into a National High School. - The Dalipay High School in
Barangay Dalipay, Municipality of Milaor, Province of Camarines Sur is hereby
converted into a national high school to be known as Dalipay National High School

Section 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. - All personnel, assets, liabilities and
records of the Dalipay High School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the
Dalipay National High School.

Section 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in
the Department's program the operationalization of the Dalipay National High
School, the initial funding of which shall be charged against the current year's
appropriations of the Dalipay High School. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the
continued operation of the school shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

Section 4. Implementation.- The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and
regulations that may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

Section 5. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the Official Gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIV}

Quezon City
17% Congress :
First Regular Session REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE
870

House Bill No.

Introduced by HON, ROGELIO J. ESPINA

EXPLANATORY NOTE,

It is not unknown to many that Biliran Province is made up of group of islands.
To make this island realize its full tourism potential, the necessary infrastructure must
be realized. And with the passage of RA 10409 otherwise known as “An Act Declaring
the Province of Biliran as Tourism Development Area and providing funds therefor” it
is expected that more foreign and local tourists will be enticed to explore the island.

This bill seeks to provide for the development, rehabilitation and modernization
of Naval Airport in the Province of Biliran, being the capital town that serves as the
center of trade and commerce in the province. Developing and upgrading the airport's
capability to handle commercial aircrafts will create more business opportunities which
would redound to the greater benefit of the province.

Furthermore, Province of Biliran is located in the Eastern Visayas Region and it
is frequently hit by typhoons and other natural calamities, During this period, calamity
assistance can be easily delivered and availed by the eight (8) island municipalities of
Biliran including the nearby provinces if there is a complete airport facility in the area.
Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

HON /ROGEYO4. SPINA
Representative
Lone District, Biliran


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17% Congress
First Regular Session

870

House Bill No,

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, REHABILITATION AND
MODERNIZATION OF NAVAL AIRPORT IN THE PROVINCE OF BILIRAN AND
TO ALLOCATE FUNDS THEREOF

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

Section 1. To enhance tourism, trade and commerce in the province, the Naval Airport
in the Province of Biliran shall be developed, rehabilitated and modernized.

Sec, 2, In times of calamity assistance, Naval Airport, being located in the center of trade
and commerce can facilitate the fast delivery of services and assistance to the eight (8)
island municipalities in Biliran and to other nearby provinces thereof.

Sec 3. For the purpose of compliance of this Act, the Civil Aviation Authority of the
Philippines or the Department of Transportation and Communications shall formulate
and issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this
Act, including the necessary support facilities such as construction of terminal building
and all other equipments indispensably required,

Sec. 4, The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act shall be included in
the General Appropriations Act of the year following its enactment into law and
thereafter.

Sec. 5. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.