TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
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25 AUG 20 P5:06
RECEIVED BV:
SENATE
S. No. 1S36
Introduced by Senator MANUEL "LITO" M. LAPID
AN ACT
GRANTING THE PHILIPPINE SPORTS COMMISSION THE AUTHORITY TO 
ACQUIRE REAL PROPERTIES BY OTHER MODES, AMENDING FOR THE 
PURPOSE SECTION 7 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 11214, OTHERWISE KNOWN 
AS THE "PHILIPPINE SPORTS TRAINING CENTER ACT"
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The "Philippine Sports Training Center Act," Republic Act No. 11214, was 
enacted with the noble purpose of establishing a world-class sports training facility to 
elevate the Philippines' performance on the international sports stage. The Act aims 
to ensure that our athletes have access to top-notch training facilities to compete at 
their best potential. However, as we continue to pursue this goal, it is crucial to 
recognize the importance of flexibility in the acquisition of real property for sports 
training facilities.
Section 7 of Republic Act No. 11214 currently stipulates that the Philippine 
Sports Commission (PSC) may acquire real property through total transfer of complete 
ownership. While transfer of ownership is a common and straightforward method for 
acquiring property, the acquisition of real estate for sports training facilities is a 
multifaceted process. This amendment to Section 7 seeks to broaden the options 
available to the PSC in acquiring real property for sports training facilities to ensure 
efficiency, flexibility, and adaptability in pursuing its mission.


Allowing sports facilities to be constructed on properties under a usufruct 
agreement gives more options to the PSC in terms of finding locations that could be 
more accessible to those who will be using the same on a regular basis, including 
athletes, coaches, and other support staff.
By expanding the options beyond mere transfer of title to include transfers by 
onerous or gratuitous titles and including usufruct, we empower the PSC to make the 
most efficient and strategic choices in its pursuit of world-class sports training centers. 
This amendment serves to reinforce our commitment to sports excellence and the 
holistic development of our athletes.
In view of the foregoing, early passage of this bill is sought.
MANUEL "LITO" M. LAPID
Senator


TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
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25 AUG 20 P5:06
RECEIVED BY;
SENATE
S. No. 1236
Introduced by Senator Manuel "Lito" M. Lapid
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AN ACT
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GRANTING THE PHILIPPINE SPORTS COMMISSION THE AUTHORITY TO
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ACQUIRE REAL PROPERTIES BY OTHER MODES, AMENDING FOR THE
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PURPOSE SECTION 7 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 11214, OTHERWISE KNOWN
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AS THE "PHILIPPINE SPORTS TRAINING CENTER ACT"
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled:
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SECTION 1. Section 7 of Republic Act No. 11214, otherwise known as the
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"Philippine Sports Training Center Act" is hereby amended to read as follows:
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"SEC. 7. Ownership of the Philippine Sports Training Center. -
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The ownership of the PSTC, including its sports facilities and
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amenities, is hereby vested upon the PSC.
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The Title of the land OR USE THEREOF THROUGH USUFRUCT
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over which the PSTC is established shall be transferred to the
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PSC in accordance with law either by [grant, donation, or
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payment of just compensation] ONEROUS OR GRATUITOUS
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TITLE."
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SEC. 2. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
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publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
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Approved,