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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

e584

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

EXPLANATORY NOTE:

As a manifestation of support to this timely piece of legislation, this representation
respectfully refiles this bill, which has constantly been receiving support from the
past and present Congress.

Being an educator is a noble profession. For the higher education system, college
professors serve as teachers, mentors, and colleagues in promoting academic
excellence and quality instruction in their respective fields of expertise. Despite
being respected and sometimes revered, many college professors experience
injustice in the work place. Their needs are often neglected by the academic
institutions they have rendered service for. They should be properly compensated
for the years of passion and dedication to their profession.

This measure seeks to institutionalize a standardized system for granting the
tenure to college professors. As professionals, their career path should be well
structured and should foster professional development. It is high time that this
representation affirm the importance of education by recognizing the value of
educators in this country.

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



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

- 8584
House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

AN ACT
STANDARDIZING THE TENURE OF COLLEGE PROFESSORS

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 "Standardized Tenure
of College Professors Act of 2016."

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - The State shall establish means to promote
quality education by protecting the rights and welfare of teachers.

SEC. 3. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in consultation with the
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Civil Service Commission
(CSC) shall establish a standardized tenure policy for college professors. The
career path, corresponding remuneration and benefits relative to the tenure policy
shall likewise be drawn.

SEC. 4. The funds necessary to carry out the provision of this Act shall be included
in the General Appropriation Act of the year following its enactment into law and
thereafter.

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

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8210

Introduced by Representative Ramon V.A. “Rav” Rocamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

AN ACT DECLARING SEPTEMBER 17 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF SIQUIJOR IN
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY, TO BE KNOWN AS
“ADLAW SA SIQUIJOR”

The Province of Siquijor was created as a full province by virtue of
Republic Act No. 6398 from being a mere Sub-province of Oriental Negros
which was enacted into law on September 17, 1971.

Every year since its foundation, the people of Siquijor have
commemorated September 17 as a way to celebrate their hard work and to
look back to their origins.

This proposal seeks to declare September 17 as a special nonworking
holiday in the Province of Siquijor to be called “Adlaw sa Siquijor” to give
Siquijodnons ample to time to celebrate the foundation of their province.

The approval of the bill is respectfully sot

HON, RAMON V.A. “RAV” ROCAMORA
Lone District, Siquijor


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No._°21°

Introduced by Representative Ramon V.A. “Rav” Rocamora

AN ACT DECLARING SEPTEMBER 17 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF SIQUIJOR IN
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY, TO BE KNOWN
AS “ADLAW SA SIQUIJOR”

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

Section 1. September 17 of every year is hereby declared a special
nonworking holiday in the Province of Siquijor in commemoration of its
founding anniversary, to be known as “Adlaw sa Siquijor”. When the
holiday falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, or a nationally declared
nonworking holiday, the special nonworking day shall be observed on the
next business day that follows.

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

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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 8356
Introduced by Representative “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article XVI Section 8 of the 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall, from time
to time, review to increase the pensions and other benefits due to retirees of both the
Government and the private sector.

This bill seeks to provide survivorship benefits to the surviving legitimate spouse of
the deceased retired Chairperson, Commissioners, and Labor Arbiters of the National Labor
Relations Commissions. With the enactment of RA. 9946, it granted an additional retirement
benefits and survivorship grants to the members of the judiciary and their beneficiaries.
Unfortunately, the Chairperson, Commissioners and Labor Arbiters of the NLRC are not
covered by the said law considering that the appellate court justices and the NLRC
Commissioners, as well as Regional Trial Court Judges and Arbiters belongs to the same rank
and yet they do not enjoy the same privileges under the said law.

In the view thereof, the early passage of this proposed measure is highly recomtfnended.

“KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO },~
Representative
First District of Bulacan


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Philippines

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8356
Introduced by Representative “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO

AN ACT
GRANTING SURVIVORSHIP BENEFITS TO THE SURVIVING LEGITIMATE
SPOUSE OF A DECEASED CHAIRPERSON, COMMISSIONER OR LABOR
ARBITER OF THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS COMMISSION

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

SECTION 1. Survivorship Benefits. - Upon the death of the retired chairperson,
commissioner or labor arbiter of the NLRC, if such Chairperson, Commissioner or Labor
Arbiter has retired, or was eligible for optional retirement at the time of death, the surviving
legitimate spouse of the deceased is entitled to receive, on a monthly basis, all the retirement
benefits that the deceased Chairperson, Commissioner or Labor Arbiter of the NLRC would
have received at the time of demise. The surviving legitimate spouse shall continue to receive
such retirement benefits until the death or remarriage of the said surviving spouse.

SEC. 2. Funding. - The amount necessary for the initial implementation of this Act
shall be charged against the savings of the NLRC for the current year. Thereafter, such sums
as may be necessary for the continued implementation of this Act shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or parts
thereof inconsistent with Ahe provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified
accordingly.

SEC. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the Official ¢ or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo, 8594 _

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY TIGTABON,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS TIGTABON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and promote the
rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary and appropriate
steps to make education accessible to all. Likewise, the State is also mandated to establish a
system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

This bill proposes to create Tigtabon National High School in Barangay Tigtabon
Zamboanga City. Barangay Tigtabon has only elementary schools which provides basic education
to more than one thousand (1,000) pupils who are predominantly Tausugs. Others are Samals
and Visayans. The establishment of Tigtabon National High School will benefit the elementary
graduates from Barangay Tigtabon in the Second District of Zamboanga City. In order to pursue
secondary education, these students travel to the nearest existing high school in Barangays Arena
Blanco, Talon-Talon and Mampang.

This measure aims to achieve the constitutional guarantee, giving Zamboanguefios
education more accessible and at the same time decongesting the overpopulated national high
school in the abovementioned barangays.

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

MANUEL JOSE PE
24 District, Zambqphgy City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session +

94
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY TIGTABON,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS TIGTABON 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. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department
of Education, a national high school in Barangay Tigtabon, Zamboanga City to be known
as Tigtabon National High School.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's,
program the operationalization of Tigtabon National High School, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 4: This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or ina newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
f? RECEIVED *

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES pure 6 AUS 2019
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TIME:

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bilt No. 8044

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The National Academies Press of the United States maintains that the key to reducing loss of
life, personal injuries, and damage from natural disasters is widespread public awareness and
education. People must be made aware of what natural hazards they are likely to face in their own
communities. They should know in advance what specific preparations to make before an event,
what to do during a hurricane, earthquake, flood, fire, or other likely event, and what actions to take
in its aftermath.

Considering the need to minimize loss of life, damage to property, and socioeconomic
devastation caused by natural disasters, a disaster preparedness program should be incorporated into
the curricula of all primary and secondary schools.

Such curricula should include, among others, courses on natural and man-made disasters in
order to instill disaster awareness and promote active participation of the youth. This will ensure
that the nation as a whole will have a more coordinated disaster responses.

In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this measure is earnestly sought.

». GARY/C. ALEJANO



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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

Howse Bill No. 8044

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO’

AN ACT
REQUIRING THE TEACHING OF DISASTER AWARENESS AND DISASTER
MITIGATION AS PART OF THE CURRICULUM OF ALL PRIMARY AND
SECONDARY SCHOOLS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Disaster Awareness and Disaster Mitigation Education. Teaching of
disaster awareness and disaster mitigation is hereby required to be part of the curriculum of all
primary and secondary schools in the Philippines.

SEC. 2. Implementing Rules and Regulations.—The Department of Education shall adopt
the necessary rules and regulations to effectively implement the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 3. Appropriations. —The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
taken from the funds of the Department of Education and shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Repealing Clause.—Alll laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations, and all other
issuances, or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified
accordingly.

SEC. 5. Effectivity—This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8245

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall protect and promote the rights of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary and appropriate steps to make
quality education accessible to all. The Constitution likewise mandates the State to establish and
maintain a system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

Therefore, it is proposed that the Junior High School Department of Gabas Integrated School
be converted into “Gabas National High School,” with the Elementary Department separated and
to be known once again by its original name as “Gabas Central School.”

This proposed measure aims to do justice to the youth of Barangay Gabas and its neighboring
communities by providing them the opportunity to liberate themselves from illiteracy and
eventually upgrade their social and economic status, without compromising their safety and well-
being.

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

'
JOSE CARLOS L. CARI
Representative
5 District, Leyte


Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8245

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY GABAS,
CITY OF BAYBAY, PROVINCE OF LEYTE TO BE KNOWN AS GABAS NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of
Education, a National High School in Barangay Gabas, City of Baybay, Province of Leyte, to be
known as "Gabas National High School."

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the establishment of said National High School
shall be funded out of the appropriations of the Department of Education. The sum necessary for
its operation and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act of the
year following its enactment into law and thereafter.

SECTION 3. There is also hereby the re-establishment, under the supervision of the
Department of Education, an Elementary School in Barangay Gabas, City of Baybay, Province of
Leyte, to be known as "Gabas Central School," from the Elementary Department of the former
Gabas Integrated School.

SECTION 4. The Secretary of Education is hereby authorized to issue such rules and
regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

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

APPROVED,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No.__8312

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill aims to grant a hazard pay to every bona fide judge of the Metropolitan
Trial Court (MTC).

The Metropolitan Trial Court is the lowest court in the land under existing law.
Judges appointed to the MTC face the most volume of cases, thus with the
anticipated hard work that they have to face. Furthermore, they are obliged to
participate in the scheduled “Night Court” program wherein their branches are
scheduled to continue functioning beyond usual business hours and
accommodate criminal cases for the prompt action on criminal cases that need
to be resolved. Such additional function has the potential to subject the judges
to risks.

In view of the foregoing, this bill is presented by this humble representation in
recognition of the prominent work of the judges of the MTC.

JOHN IN VYUL SERVO” NIETO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8312

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

AN ACT
GRANTING DULY APPOINTED JUDGES OF THE METROPOLITAN TRIAL
COURT AN INCENTIVE REMUNERATION, HEREIN KNOWN AS HAZARD
PAY, EQUIVALENT TO AT LEAST TWENTY PERCENT (20%) OF THEIR
BASIC MONTHLY SALARY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy. It is hereby declared the policy of to
provide the judges of the lower court a special remuneration in recognition of
their diligent work.

SECTION 2. Hazard Pay for Judges of the Metropolitan Trial Court. An
incentive remuneration, herein known as Hazard Pay, shall be granted to every
duly appointed judge of the Metropolitan Trial Court, equivalent to twenty
percent (20%) of his basic monthly standard pay.

SECTION 3. Hazard Pay Not Subject to Tax. The Hazard Pay under this Act
shall not be subject to tax, consistent with the view of granting incentives to
judges of the Metropolitan Trial Court

SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. Any law, presidential decree, executive order,
administrative order or rule contrary to or inconsistent with this Act is hereby
repealed, amended or modified accordingly.


SECTION 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. 8054

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The State is mandated by the Constitution to protect and promote the right of all citizens
to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make education accessible to
all. Consistent with the Constitution, this legislative measure aims to establish an Elementary
School in Brgy San Isidro, Jaro, Iloilo City.

Currently, Uswag San Isidro Elementary School is the only elementary school in Brgy San
Isidro. It is just an extension of Judith L. Tiongco Elementary School situated in its neighboring
barangay.

The school was established last 2012 and is available to cater students from Kinder to
Grade 6. With 842 enrollees and only 24 teachers, the Uswag San Isidro Elementary School needs
proper funding from the National Government to augment shortage in educational facilities.

With the steady Population Growth Rate and the Community-based Migration Project, the
City Population Office of Iloilo City estimates that the City will reach more than Five Hundred
‘Thousand (500,000) by the year 2019.

To be responsive to this perennial problem of shortage of classrooms and venues in the
neighboring barangays due to the steadily increasing population growth, this representation is
eamestly seeking to address this problem through a progressive stance. These students, present
and the future, are, and will be, in need of an accessible elementary school within their community.

The young education stakeholders of Barangay San Isidro, Jaro deserve an elementary

school which will allow them to develop their skills and be a productive member of the society in
the coming future. Let us give them the opportunity to become productive citizens of our country.

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I therefore highly encourage the approval of this bill.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No,_8054

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT ESTABLISHING
AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY SAN ISIDRO, JARO, ILOILO CITY
TO BE KNOWN AS THE SAN ISIDRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND.
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR:

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines duly assembled:
Section 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of Education, an
elementary school in Barangay San Isidro, Jaro, Iloilo City to be known as the San Isidro
Elementary School

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's program the
operationalization of the San Isidro Elementary School, the funding of which shall be included in
the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall issue such rules and regulations as may be necessary to
carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or
in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8180
HOUSE BILLNO.

Introduced by: “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

According to Payscale.com, a head teacher is a job title typically used by private and
boarding schools to designate a position similar to a school principal. The head teacher is
responsible for the school’s administration on a number of levels, from ensuring designated
curriculum is taught throughout the institution to setting and enforcing regulations for conduct.

The head teacher’s main duty is to ensure that the school’s standards are met and
enforced across all disciplines, which includes maintaining the school’s academic standing by
participating in the processes by which the new students and new teachers assimilate to the
institution and its ways. These responsibilities also include developing changes and adjustments
to academic requirements to meet the needs of students and parents while keeping the school
scholastically viable for those interested in continuing their education past the elementary and
high school level. The head teacher also works with teachers and parents to ensure that the
school maintains discipline, code of conduct and an academically challenging curriculum. Head
teachers typically work long and challenging hours in an academic environment.

This bill seeks to increase the salary grade of the head teachers in relation and in
proportion to their functions in the academic institution.

Hence, this proposal is submitted for consideration.

10 R. SY-ALVARADO
‘Representative
First District of Bulacan


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO, _8180_

Introduced by: “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. S'

LVARADO

AN ACT
INCREASING THE SALARY OF HEAD TEACHER IN PROPORTION TO THEIR
FUNCTION AND IN RELATION TO THE PAYSCALE OF TEACHERS PROVIDED
BY LAW

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 “Head Teacher Salary Act”

SECTION 2. Due to the nature and the demand of work that is face by the head teachers in
public schools, this act shall increase the salary of head teacher according to their function or
level in relation to the standard level of pay granted by law or as determined by Department of
Education or Commission on Higher Education.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause. - If, for any reason or reasons, any part or provision of this
Act shall be declared as unconstifutional or invalid, the other parts or provisions hereof which are
not affected thereby shall coptinue to be in full force and effect.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately upon its publication.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

896

8
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LUMAYANG,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS LUMAYANG NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and
promote the rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary
and appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. Likewise, the State is also
mandated to establish a system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

This bill proposes to create Lumayang National High School in Barangay
Lumayang, Zamboanga City in order to decongest the overpopulated national high
schools located in the Putik District. The establishment of Lumayang National High School
will ensure that the elementary graduates of nearby barangays such as Barangay
Lumbangan will have access to secondary education.

This measure aims to achieve the constitutional guarantee, giving
Zamboanguefios education more accessible and at the same time decongesting the
overpopulated national high schools in the abovementioned district.

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

MANUEL JOSE MAL!
24 District, ZambddngaXity


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8896
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LUMAYANG,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS LUMAYANG 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. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department
of Education, a national high school in Barangay Lumayang, Zamboanga City to be known
as Lumayang National High School.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's
program the operationalization of Lumayang National High School, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 4: This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8066

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare June 16 as a special non-working holiday in the City of Baybay,
Province of Leyte to be known as “Baybay City Charter Day”.

The Charter of Baybay City was officially approved and declared through a plebiscite by
virtue of the Republic Act 9389 on June 16, 2007. It is a long-term desire and a dream come true
for the Baybayanon folks. This milestone on the history of Baybay definitely calls for a celebration.

The official observance provides an opportune occasion to inspire recognition and
appreciation to the aspiration of the people, to affirm their commitment for the betterment of the
City of Baybay and as effective co-workers in attaining national objectives.

In remembrance of this historical event, it is just befitting to declare June 16 of every year
as a special non-working holiday in the City of Baybay, Province of Leyte.

Hence, approval of this is earnestly sought.

JOSE wakes om

Representative
$* District, Leyte


Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No, 8066

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

AN ACT
DECLARING JUNE 16 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF BAYBAY, PROVINCE OF LEYTE

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

SECTION 1. The sixteenth day of June is hereby declared a special non-working holiday
in the City of Baybay, Province of Leyte to be known as “Baybay City Charter Day”.

SECTION 2. On June 16 of every year, the City of Baybay, Leyte shall engage in
festivities and conduct ceremonies and programs in cognizance of its history and culture, to be led
by its officials and employers in coordination with civic, sports, religious and non-governmental
organizations and private businesses.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least
two (2) national newspaper of general circulation.

APPROVED,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to afford the employees every possible opportunity that may help them to
advance their standing and thus, to grant Career Service Eligibility (Professional) to the postal
employees who sincerely serve in the Postal Office designated in Acting Capacity as Postmaster.

For purposes of employment in the public service, the Constitution prescribes competitive
examinations as the principal means of determining merit and fitness, but at the same time opens
the door for adoption of other methods.

Many loyal government employees who are in service for a long period of time have been
promoted in a position in Acting Capacity due to lack of civil service eligibility. Those employees
are suffering and cannot obtain the benefits granted by the Civil Service Law as enjoyed by those

. GARY C. ALEJANO


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8045

House Bill No.

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

AN ACT
GRANTING PROFESSIONAL CAREER SERVICE ELIGIBILITY TO ACTING
POSTMASTERS

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 “Career Service Eligibility for
‘Acting Postmasters Act.”

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy.—It is hereby declared the policy of the State to protect the
rights and promote the welfare of the worker being the primary social economic force.

SEC. 3. Qualifications.—To be granted by Second Degree Career Service Eligibility or its
equivalent, postal employee should have the following qualifications:

a. Presently Acting Postmaster in a Post Office for at least a year;
b. Holder of four (4) years college degree;

c. Not more than sixty (60 years old);

4. Recipient of Awards and Commendation in line with his duty.

SEC. 4. Determination of Qualified Employees.—The Civil Service Commission shall
determine who the qualified postal employees are.

SEC. 5. Repealing Clause.—All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations, and all other
issuances, or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified
accordingly.

SEC. 6. Separability Clause.—If any part or provision of this Act is held unconstitutional or
invalid, other parts or provisions hereof, which are not affected thereby shall continue to be in full
force and effect.

SEC. 7. Effectivity—This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session
8371

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative ROBERT ACE S. BARBERS
District, Surigao del Norte

EXPLANATORY NOTE

AN ACT INCREASING PENALTIES ON CERTAIN ELECTION OFFENSES,
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 264 OF BATAS PAMBANSA 881 OR
THE OMNIBUS ELECTION CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

This bill seeks to increase the penalty being imposed to any person making false or
untruthful statement relative to any of the data or information required in the
application for registration. Registered voters who register anew without filing an
application for cancellation of his previous registration will also be imposed with the
same penalty. The Omnibus Election Code only provides a fine of imprisonment of
not less than a year and not more than six years on said election offenses.

Flying voters, as they are locally known, are those who are registered in multiple
precincts and are used by politicians to get more votes. These flying voters use
fictitious addresses, where they are not actual residents, to register in the upcoming
elections. According to Section 261(y)(2) and (5), flying voters are criminally liable.
But despite this punitive element, flying voters appear to turn a blind eye to the
penalties. In order to systematically stop this practice, higher and stiffer penalties
must be imposed to institute this election reform.

It is high time that we amend the penalties on election offenses so the Comelec can
impose an iron hand against these flying voters to eradicate this long time illegal
practice of flying voters in our country

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HON. ROBERT ACE \# BARBERS
2" District, Surigao del Norte


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. $372

Introduced by Representative ROBERT ACE S. BARBERS
District, Surigao del Norte

AN ACT INCREASING PENALTIES ON CERTAIN ELECTION OFFENSES,
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 264 OF BATAS PAMBANSA 881 OR
THE OMNIBUS ELECTION CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 1. Section 264 of the Omnibus Election Code of the Philippines is hereby
amended to read as follows:

“Sec. 264. Penalties — x x x

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ANY PERSON FOUND GUILTY OF THE FOLLOWING OFFENSES SHALL
BE LIABLE FOR A FINE OF NOT LESS THAN ONE HUNDRED
THOUSAND PESOS BUT NOT MORE THAN ONE MILLION PESOS AND
IMPRISONMENT OF NOT LESS THAN SIX YEARS BUT NOT MORE THAN
TWELVE YEARS:

1) MAKING ANY FALSE OR UNTRUTHFUL STATEMENT RELATIVE TO
ANY OF THE DATA OR INFORMATION REQUIRED IN THE APPLICATION
FOR REGISTRATION, AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 261 (y)(2); OR

2) REGISTERING ANEW WITHOUT FILING AN APPLICATION FOR

CANCELLATION OF HIS PREVIOUS REGISTRATION, AS PROVIDED
UNDER SECTION 261 (y)(5).

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SECTION 2. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its

publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation

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

Seventeenth Congress
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.__ 8533

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

Explanatory Note

Traffic congestion along EDSA has worsen all these years despite many
schemes being introduced as a remedy. It is about time to consider another
scheme for this perennial problem.

Putting EDSA under a one way traffic flow could possibly ease the
congestion of EDSA that Metro Manila residents has been enduring for many
years.

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

SEM Cg_

ROGER G. MERCADO


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

Seventeenth Congress
Third Regular Session

House BiLLNO._°933

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
MANDATING THE ONE WAY FLOW OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ALONG BOTH
SIDES OF EPIFANIO DE LOS SANTOS AVENUE IN METRO MANILA

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

SECTION 1. The vehicular traffic flow along both sides of Epifanio de los
Santos Avenue (EDSA) in Metro Manila is hereby mandated to follow a one way
direction in either north or south bound direction as it may deemed fit by the Metro
Manila Development Authority (MMDA).

SECTION 2. For purposes of this Act, the MMDA is hereby empowered to
choose a counterpart/s thoroughfare/s that will form part of a traffic loop in which
EDSA is a significant part thereof to be known as the Metro Loop.

SECTION 3. The one way direction of traffic along Metro Loop may be
changed for purposes of easing traffic congestion or in cases where the MMDA may
deem it necessary.

SECTION 4. The MMDA is hereby mandated to formulate the implementing
rules and regulation of this Act.

SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8622

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

EXPLANATORY NOTE

As a manifestation of support to this timely piece of legislation, this
representation respectfully refiles this bill, which has constantly been receiving
support from the past and present Congress.

‘The proposed measure seeks to mandate the one way traffic flow along both
sides of EDSA. It is the belief of this representation that this has become
necessary as traffic congestion in EDSA continues to worsen despite the
different remedies introduced to address the issue.

In order to ensure the success of this scheme, the proposed measure empowers
the MMDA to choose a counterpart/s thoroughfare that will form part of a traffic
loop in which EDSA is a significant part thereof to be known as the Metro Loop.

In this light, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

JOHI (VIN YYUL SERVO” C. NIETO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

- 8622
House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

AN ACT MANDATING THE ONE WAY FLOW OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
ALONG BOTH SIDES OF EPIFANIO DE LOS SANTOS AVENUE IN METRO
MANILA

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

SECTION 1. The vehicular traffic flow along both sides of Epifanio de los Santos
Avenue (EDSA) in Metro Manila is hereby mandated to follow a one way
direction in either north or south bound direction as it may deemed fit by the
Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA).

SECTION 2. For purposes of this Act, the MMDA is hereby empowered to
choose a counterpart/s thoroughfares that will form part of a traffic loop in
which EDSA is a significant part thereof to be known as the Metro Loop.
SECTION 3. The one way direction of traffic along Metro Loop may be changed
for purposes of easing traffic congestion or in cases where the MMDA may deem
it necessary.

SECTION 4. The MMDA is hereby mandated to formulate the implementing
rules and regulation of this Act.

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

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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 8653

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to introduce the Plate-to-Owner system which allows the transfer of license
plates between certain vehicles with the same owner.

In the plate-to-owner system, license plates are assigned to the owner rather than the
vehicle. When disposing of a vehicle, the license plates must be destroyed or cancelled or
transferred to another vehicle of the same class owned by the seller or transferor.

The system encourages immediate registration of transferred vehicles as buyer sau
obtain new plates or attach the plates they already hold and register their vepi
the buyer's name and plate number.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is most earnes


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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

653
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

“AN ACT ESTABLISHING PLATE-TO-OWNER SYSTEM FOR MOTOR VEHICLES.”

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

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Plate-to-Owner System for Motor
Vehicles”.
SEC. 2. Registration Transfer and Removal of License Plates for the Sale or Transfer of

Used Vehicles. On the sale or transfer of a motor vehicle, the seller or transferor may
remove each license plate, and the registration insignia issued for the motor vehicle.

The license plate removed from a motor vehicle under this section must be either:
a. disposed of in the manner specified by the Land Transportation Office (LTO); or
b. transferred to another vehicle owned by the seller or transferor

SEC. 3. Transfer of Removed Plates. The person may use license plates removed from a
vehicle under this law on another motor vehicle that is titled in the person/s name. The
license plate must be registered with the LTO to the new vehicle of the same class within
sixty (60) days.

SEC. 4. Appropriations. - The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act shall
be included in the budget of concerned government agencies in the General Appropriations
Act of the year following its enactment into law and thereafter.

SEC. 5. Separability Clause. — If any provision or section of this Act is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the other provisions and sections not affected thereby shall remain in full
force and effect.

SEC. 6. Repealing Clause. — All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, or issuances,
or any part thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,
amended, or modified accordingly.

SEC. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or two (2) national newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
G eecewven, A

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8595
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT ORES
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LANDANG GUA,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS SACOL ISLAND NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and promote the
rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary and appropriate
steps to make education accessible to all. Likewise, the State is also mandated to establish a
system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

Sacol Island is located in Zamboanga City. There are four (4) barangays in Sacol Island,
namely; (1) Barangay Landang Laum, (2) Barangay Landang Gua, (3) Barangay Busay; and (4)
Barangay Pasilmanta.

This bill proposes to create Saco! Island National High School in Barangay Landang Gua,
Zamboanga City. The establishment of Sacol Island National High School will benefit the
elementary graduates from Barangays Busay, Landang Gua, Landang Laum, Pasilmanta and
Pangapuyan in the Second District of Zamboanga City. In order to pursue secondary education,
these students travel to the nearest existing high school in Barangays Arena Blanco, Talabaan and
Mampang.

This measure aims to achieve the constitutional guarantee, giving Zamboanguefios
education more accessible and at the same time decongesting the overpopulated national high
school in the abovementioned barangays.

In view of the foregoing reasons, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
DO)
MANUEL JOSE M} DALIPE
2o4 District, Zambbangé City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo._8595

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LANDANG GUA,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS SACOL ISLAND 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. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department
of Education, a national high school in Barangay Landang Gua, Zamboanga City to known
as Sacol Island National High School.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's
program the operationalization of the Sacol Island National High School, the funding of
which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 4: This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines [3 RECEIVED a
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - = ee

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Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Third Regular Session

8534
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

Explanatory Note

Southern Leyte Provincial Hospital is an essential health care provider
of Southern Leyte residents. However, its facilities and fund for operation and
maintenance could barely cope with the demands of its patients.

Integrating the Southern Leyte Provincial Hospital into the Eastern
Visayas Regional Medical Center could enhance the capability of the said
hospital.

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

Syn Co

ROGER G. MERCADO


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

Seventeenth Congress
Third Regular Session

8534
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
INTEGRATING THE SOUTHERN LEYTE PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL INTO THE
EASTERN VISAYAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER SYSTEM

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

SECTION 1. The Southern Leyte Provincial Hospital is hereby integrated into
the Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center System. For purposes of this Act, the
Southern Leyte Provincial Hospital shall be considered as a satellite hospital of the
Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center System.

SECTION 2. The fund necessary for the operation and maintenance of
Southern Leyte Provincial Hospital as a satellite hospital shall be included in the
annual budget of the Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center System.

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