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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE
S.B. No. 1 412
Introduced by SENATOR IMEE R. MARCOS
AN ACT
DECLARING PILIS FALLS IN BARANGAY PALILI, MUNICIPALITY OF SAMAL, 
PROVINCE OF BATAAN AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Section 16, Article II, of the 1987 Constitution provides that "the State shall 
protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in 
accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature."
Pilis falls is situated in Barangay Palili, Samal, Bataan. North-east of Mount 
Nagpali, its water cascades down a tall, sloping rock. Pilis Falls, which rises to a height 
of about 120 feet, is distinguished by its extraordinary natural landslides creation and 
the adjacent area is covered in an intact forest with multi-strata dipterocarp species.
Pilis Falls has the potential to attract tourists around the world. It offers a range 
of attractions, including stunning mountains, an abundance of flora and fauna, and 
opportunities for mountaineers and visitors to engage in ecotourism pursuits including 
hiking, bird watching, swimming, picnics, and nature photography.
Hence, this bill seeks to declare Pilis Falls as an eco-tourism site in the 
Municipality of Samal, Province of Bataan. Thus, the developments of the Pilis Falls into
an eco-tourism site will not only enhance its aesthetic value but will also bring economic
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benefits for the people of Bataan and the whole country as well. This bill was approved 
on third reading and was transmitted to the Senate during the 18th Congress,
For the abovementioned reasons, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
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IMEE R. MARCO^


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE
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S.B. No. 1412
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RECEIVED BY:
Introduced by SENATOR IMEE R. MARCOS
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AN ACT
DECLARING PILIS FALLS IN BARANGAY PALILI, MUNICIPALITY OF SAMAL, 
PROVINCE OF BATAAN AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR
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 "Pills Falls Ecotourism
Act.
SEC 2. It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote a tourism 
industry that is ecologically sustainable, responsible, participative, culturally sensitive, 
economically viable and equitably beneficial to local communities.
SEC 3. The Pilis Falls in Barangay Palili, Municipality of Samal, Province of 
Bataan is hereby declared an ecotourism site. Its development shall be prioritized by 
the Department of Tourism (DOT) and shall be subject to the rules and regulations 
governing the development of ecotourism sites.
The DOT shall prepare and incorporate the development plan for Pilis Falls in 
the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), pursuant to Republic Act No. 
9593, otherwise known as "The Tourism Act of2009". The plan shall be implemented 
jointly with the Municipality of Samal, the local Protected Area Management Board 
(PAMB), the Bataan National Park (BNP) and the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise 
Zone Authority (TIEZA).
The DOT, in coordination with the municipality government of Samal, the local 
PAMB, BNP, TIEZA and other concerned agencies of the government, shall identify


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well-defined geographic areas within Pilis Falls ecotourism site and coordinate the 
integrated development of these areas, including existing infrastructure and facilities, 
for optimum utilization of natural assets and attractions; Provided, That the 
development to be undertaken shall ensure the preservation of the scenery and the 
historic significance of the identified tourist attractions.
SEC 4. The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program the 
implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General 
Appropriations Act and internally generated funds of the DOT.
SEC 5. Within sixty (60) days after the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of 
the DOT, in consultation with the municipality government of Samal, the local PAMB, 
BNP, TIEZA and other tourism stakeholders, shall promulgate the necessary rules and 
regulations for the proper implementation of this Act.
SEC 6. All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules and regulations 
and other issuances contrary to or inconsistent with this Act shall be deemed repealed 
or modified accordingly.
SEC 7. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,