Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 10909
Introduced by HON. BRIAN RAYMUND S. YAMSUAN
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Article II, Section 5 of the 1987 Constitution recognizes that "the maintenance of
peace and order, the protection of life, liberty, and property, and the promotion of the
general welfare are essential for the enjoyment by all the people of the blessings of
democracy." Largely unnoticed, Barangay Tanods play a direct role in achieving
these goals by maintaining peace and order and promoting public safety at the
community level.
These unsung heroes are our government’s front-liners in ensuring that every corner
of the barangay remains safe—especially at night when most of the community is
resting.
Their
tasks
range
from
responding
to minor altercations, patrolling
crime-prone areas, and ensuring local peace. However, despite their service, their
compensation and benefits have long been inadequate, making them vulnerable not
only to physical risks but also to legal and financial troubles.
Under the Local Government Code of 1991, members of the Barangay Tanod
brigades are provided with some benefits and privileges.
However, these benefits
are not commensurate with their commitment to public service.
The proposed measure aims to remedy these gaps by providing members of the
Barangay Tanod brigades with enhanced protection through an insurance coverage
equivalent to three-fourths (3/4) of that received by the Punong Barangay, along with
free legal assistance for any cases, criminal or civil, arising from actions taken in the
line of duty. Additionally, the bill seeks to provide them with Christmas bonuses and
prioritize their inclusion in the government’s livelihood programs, as fitting recognition
for the important role they play in maintaining peace and order in our communities.
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought.
September 12, 2024
5:07 pm


BRIAN RAYMUND S. YAMSUAN
Representative
Bicol Saro Party-list


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 10909 
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Introduced by HON. BRIAN RAYMUND S. YAMSUAN 
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AN ACT
UPGRADING THE BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES OF BARANGAY TANOD 
MEMBERS WHO HAVE RENDERED AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF SERVICE IN THE 
BARANGAY GOVERNMENT
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 “Barangay Tanod
Benefits and Protection Act of 2024”.
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. — The State recognizes the Barangay Tanod, duly
created under Chapter 2, Section 387 (b) of the Local Government Code, as an
indispensable instrument in barangay government, particularly in the latter's role
in the maintenance and protection of peace and order and the promotion of public
safety within the barangay.
SEC. 3. Definition. — As used herein, a Barangay Tanod means a brigade or
body composed of civilian volunteers, duly created at the barangay level, to assist
the barangay officials in the effective exercise of law enforcement for the
maintenance of peace and order and the promotion of public safety. Barangay
Tanod members refer to civilian volunteers, duly appointed by the sangguniang
barangay, irrespective of the number thereof.
SEC. 4. Scope. — The benefits provided under this Act shall apply to all
members of the Barangay Tanod who have rendered continuous service for at
least one year in the same barangay. A member of the Barangay Tanod who is
yet to render service as such to any barangay for a period of one (1) year shall
receive the benefits and privileges as mandated by the Local Government Code.
SEC. 5. Grant of Benefits to Qualified Barangay Tanods. — Without in any way
diminishing the benefits and privileges already granted by the Local Government


Code and other related laws, a member of the Barangay Tanod covered by this
Act shall be entitled to the following benefits:
(a) Christmas bonus equivalent to at least one half (1/2) of what the punong
barangay is receiving, as mandated by law or ordinance;
(b) An insurance coverage equivalent to three-fourths (3/4) of that received by
the punong barangay, in accordance with Republic Act Sixty Nine Forty Two
(RA 6942) otherwise known as "An Act Increasing the Insurance Benefits Of
Local Government Officials and Providing Funds Therefor" or the amount
provided for under Section 393 (d) of the Local Government Code,
whichever is higher;
(c) Free legal services from government lawyers for criminal and civil cases
filed against him or her, arising from acts committed in the performance of
his or her duties. Provided, that such legal services shall continue, even
after the term of the Barangay Tanod member, as long as the subject of the
cases filed against him or her arises from acts committed in the performance
of his or her duties;
(d) Preference in the availment of and/or membership in barangay livelihood
and development projects, whether initiated by the National Government or
the local government units.
SEC. 6. Security of Tenure. — A Barangay Tanod once appointed shall not be
removed as such nor his services be terminated, except for causes enumerated by
the barangay resolution creating the Barangay Tanod, which shall take into
consideration the integrity, responsibility and accountability in barangay service of
the barangay tanod concerned.
The decision to remove a barangay tanod for cause shall rest upon the decision of
the sangguniang barangay concerned.
SEC. 7. Appropriations. — The amount necessary to implement this Act is hereby
authorized to be appropriated out of any funds in the National Treasury not
otherwise appropriated. Thereafter, the amount needed to implement this Act shall
be included in the annual General Appropriations Act df the Department of Interior
and Local Government.
SEC. 8. Implementing Rules. — The Department of Interior and Local Government
(DILG), in consultation with the Liga ng mga Barangay, shall, within thirty (30) days
from effectivity of this Act, issue such rules and regulations necessary for the proper
implementation of the provisions of this law.
SEC. 9. Repealing clause. — Any law, presidential decree, issuance, executive
order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule and regulation contrary to or
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act is hereby repealed, modified, or
amended accordingly.


SEC. 10. Separability Clause. — If any provision of this Act is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the other provisions not affected hereby shall remain valid and
subsisting.
SEC. 11. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,