Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _________ 
INTRODUCED BY REP. HARRIS CHRISTOPHER M. ONGCHUAN 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
As stated in Article II, Section 13 of the 1987 Constitution, it is the duty of the 
state to promote and protect the well-being of our youth, and to especially instill the 
values of patriotism , nationalism, and involvement in civic duties. 
It is important for the Filipino youth to be aware of the qualities of heroism and 
bayanihan embodied by those who fought for the freedom of the Philippines during 
World War II, not only to fulfill this duty, but to also inculcate further appreciation for 
the freedoms we possess today. 
To this end, this piece of legislature will require the study of the Philippines 
during World War II in all higher education institutions, and will mandate the 
Commission of Higher Education (CHED) to formulate rules and regulations in 
pursuant of this act, in addition to ensuring its full implementation . 
In the 18th Congress, this bill was filed by Rep. Roman Romulo and Rep. 
“Kuya” Jose Antonio R. Sy-Alvarado, approved by the House of Representatives on 
third reading, and was received by the Senate. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of the bill is earnestly sought. 
HARRIS CHRISTOPHER M. ONGCHUAN 
August 30, 2022
8:02 am
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 Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _________ 
Introduced by Representative 
HARRIS CHRISTOPHER M. ONGCHUAN 
AN ACT  
INTEGRATING A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF PHILIPPINE HISTORY 
DURING WORLD WAR II INTO THE HIGHER EDUCATION CURRICULUM 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. It is the policy of the State to promote and protect the physical, moral, 
intellectual and social well-being of the youth and inculcate the values of patriotism 
and nationalism to foster love of humanity, respect for human rights, and encourage 
involvement in the political and civic affairs of the country. 
To this end, the State shall put in place a mechanism that shall highlight the role of 
national heroes in the historical development of the country and thus educate the 
youth on the values of patriotism and nationalism and preserving for posterity the 
stories on the great struggle and heroism of Filipino soldiers who fought the Japanese 
occupational forces during the war. 
SECTION 2. A comprehensive study of Philippine History during World War II shall 
be integrated into and shall cover not less than fifty percent (50%) of the mandatory 
Philippine History subject being offered under the general education curriculum in 
higher education courses of all higher education institutions (HEIs) in the country. 
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) shall, pursuant to its mandate under 
Republic Act No. 7722, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994”, 
develop in close collaboration with the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office-
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Department of National Defense (PVAO-DND), a program to execute and implement 
the provisions of this Act. 
In support of the study of the history of World War II, all HEIs are encouraged to 
keep in their libraries adequate books, resources, and reference materials on World 
War II as it transpired in the Philippines. 
SECTION 3. Within one hundred eighty (180) days from the effectivity of this Act, 
the CHED shall, in coordination with the PVAO-DND, formulate and issue the rules 
and regulations necessary to implement the provisions of this Act. Other 
governmental entities may be tapped jointly by the principals as resource or advisory 
groups in this undertaking. 
Resource persons such as prominent historians, history professors, members of 
historical associations, college or university presidents or administrators, faculty 
members and students may also be invited jointly by CHED and PVAO-DND to 
participate. 
SECTION 4. If any part or provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or 
invalid, the other provisions not affected, shall remain in full force and effect. 
SECTION 5. All laws, decrees, executive orders, memorandum orders, 
memorandum circulars, administrative orders, ordinances or parts thereof which are 
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified 
accordingly. 
SECTION 6. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
 Approved.