TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
)
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
)
First Regular Session 
)
ot itrf 5;-.
25 JUL 14 All 53
SENATE
527
received 3f. „
S. No.
Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda
AN ACT
PROMOTING THE USE OF ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES IN 
GOVERNMENT FLEETS, ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL TRANSITION 
FRAMEWORK, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The transportation sector is one of the largest and fastest-growing sources of 
greenhouse gas emissions in the Philippines. Vehicular emissions contribute 
significantly to urban air pollution, oil dependence, and the country's overall carbon 
footprint. While the private sector is being encouraged to adopt low-emission 
alternatives, the public sector has yet to fully commit to the same standard of 
transformation.
In its first Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris 
Agreement, the Philippines pledged a 75% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 
2030.1 However, this figure is largely conditional, with only 2.71% of that target being 
unconditional and the remainder dependent on international finance, technology, and 
capacity-building support.2 Nonetheless, the direction is clear: a just and inclusive low- 
carbon transition is imperative.
The Government Sustainable Hybrid and Electric Fleet Transition Act, or the 
Government SHIFT Act, seeks to institutionalize this direction within the operations of
1 Retrieved on July 8, 2025, from: https://www.dof.gov.ph/president-duterte-approves-phl- 
commitment-of-75-percent-emissions-reduction-target-by-2030
2 Retrieved on July 8, 2025, from: https://ndcpartnership.org/country/phl


the State itself. The bill mandates that at least 10% of all government-owned vehicles 
be converted to electric or hybrid vehicles by 2030, focusing first on the replacement 
of aging, inefficient, and high-maintenance vehicles.
But the bill goes further than fleet replacement.
It recognizes a central truth: We cannot expect a national shift if the 
government itself does not take part in it.
This measure is rooted in the principle of leadership by example. The State 
must act not merely as regulator but as early adopter, setting the pace and 
demonstrating the feasibility of clean transport. The government's transition to EVs 
sends a strong market signal—building demand, normalizing the use of EVs in 
everyday operations, and helping catalyze local supply chains.
Crucially, the bill also directs national agencies and LGUs to open government 
EV charging infrastructure to the public where feasible—free of charge or at low cost- 
turning government facilities into access points for clean mobility. This provision 
ensures that the benefits of the transition extend beyond the State, helping make the 
shift to EVs more convenient, inclusive, and widespread.
The bill offers incentives for government offices that do this, including priority 
access to green infrastructure funding and technical support. It recognizes that EV 
infrastructure cannot remain exclusive to those who can afford it—the State must help 
bridge the gap between early adoption and mass transition.
This is not just a bill about vehicles; it is about public leadership, market 
confidence, and climate responsibility. With this measure, we move from policy intent 
to institutional action. We modernize government fleets, reduce fiscal and 
environmental costs, and empower communities to make the same shift.
In view of the foregoing, the urgent passage of this bill is sought.
REN LEGARDA


1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
SENATE
527
•Oftirr oi llif
25 JUL 14 All :53
RECEIVED B/:
S. No.
Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda
AN ACT
PROMOTING THE USE OF ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES IN 
GOVERNMENT FLEETS, ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL TRANSITION 
FRAMEWORK, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Government 
Sustainable Hybrid and Electric Fleet Transition Act" or the "Government SHIFT Act."
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to 
promote clean, energy-efficient, and sustainable transportation in government 
operations. The State shall take the lead in transitioning to low-emission transport 
systems by shifting official fleets to electric and hybrid vehicles, in line with national 
climate goals and principles of energy security and operational efficiency.
Sec. 3. Coverage. - This Act shall apply to all motor vehicles owned, operated, 
or managed by:
a) 
National Government Agencies (NGAs);
b) 
Local Government Units (LGUs);
c) 
Government-Owned and -Controlled Corporations (GOCCs); and
d) 
Other government instrumentalities
Sec. 4. GreenFieet Transition Target. - All covered entities shall ensure that at 
least ten percent (10%) of their total active motor vehicle fleet shall consist of electric


1 
or hybrid vehicles by the year 2030. Priority shall be given to replacing aging, fuel-
2 
inefficient, and high-maintenance vehicles.
3 
Sec. 5. Procurement Guidelines. - All government vehicle procurement
4 
undertaken after the effectivity of this Act shall prioritize electric or hybrid vehicles,
5 
unless otherwise justified based on specific operational requirements. The
6 
Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) shall issue supplemental guidelines to
7 
operationalize this provision.
8 
Sec. 6. Charging Infrastructure. - The Department of Energy (DOE), in
9 
coordination with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Department of
10 
Public Works and Highways (DPWH), shall ensure the installation of EV charging
11 
infrastructure in at least one facility per region for each national agency and GOCC.
12 
LGUs are encouraged to install similar infrastructure where feasible.
13 
Sec. 7. Public Access to Government Charging Facilities. - Where technically
14 
and financially feasible, government agencies, offices, and LGUs that install electric
15 
vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure shall endeavor to make such facilities accessible
16 
to the public, subject to safety, security, and operational considerations.
17 
Public access may be granted:
18 
a) Free of charge, especially in areas where public EV adoption is to be
19 
encouraged; or
20 
b) Subject to reasonable user fees, to recover electricity and maintenance
21 
costs, in accordance with guidelines to be issued by the DOE and
22 
relevant agencies.
23 
Agencies and LGUs that provide public access to EV charging facilities shall be
24 
eligible for the following incentives:
25 
1. Priority access to DOE or DBM funding assistance for green infrastructure;
26 
2. Technical support in upgrading and expanding charging capacity;
27 
3. Recognition and citation in annual national government sustainability reports;
28 
4. Other incentives as may be defined under the implementing rules and
29 
regulations.
30 
Covered entities are encouraged to coordinate with electric cooperatives,
31 
distribution utilities, and private partners to ensure safe and sustainable operation of
32 
such facilities.


1 
Sec. 8. Government SHIFT Roadmap. - Within six (6) months from the
2 
effectivity of this Act, the DOE, DOTr, DBM, and the Department of Science and
3 
Technology (DOST), in consultation with stakeholders, shall formulate a Government
4 
SHIFT Roadmap. The roadmap shall include:
5 
a) Timeline and annual milestones;
6 
b) Criteria for vehicle replacement and prioritization;
7 
c) Coordination with local EV and hybrid manufacturers;
8 
d) Charging infrastructure rollout plan; and
9 
e) Emissions monitoring and reporting framework
10 
Sec. 9. Monitoring and Reporting. - The DOE shall establish and maintain a
11 
GreenFleet Monitoring Dashboard to track implementation and compliance. An annual
12 
report shall be submitted to Congress, including the number of electric and hybrid
13 
vehicles procured, emissions avoided, savings achieved, and implementation
14 
challenges encountered.
15 
Sec. 10. Funding. - Funding for the implementation of this Act shall be sourced
16 
from the existing appropriations of concerned agencies under Capital Outlay, and may
17 
be supplemented by appropriations under the General Appropriations Act, green
18 
financing mechanisms, and climate investment programs.
19 
Sec. 11. Impiementing Ruies and Reguiations. - Within ninety (90) days from
20 
the effectivity of this Act, the DOE, DOTr, DBM, GPPB, and DOST shall jointly
21 
promulgate the necessary implementing rules and regulations (IRR).
22 
Sec. 12. Separabiiity Ciause. - If any provision of this Act is declared
23 
unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining provisions not affected shall continue to be
24 
in full force and effect.
25 
Sec. 13. Repealing Ciause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and
26 
regulations inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
27 
Sec. 14. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
28 
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved,