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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

290° 434

HOUSE BILL

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill, which was previously filed in the 15" Congress and approved by the
House of Representatives on third reading, seeks to convert the Rosario~Tubao Road in
the Province of La Union into a national road.

The Second District of La Union is the gateway to the North. Many residents,
visitors, entrepreneurs and most especially the farmers prefer to travel by land to reach
the Ilocos region and Baguio City. Farmers especially need roads that are in good
condition to take their produce to the markets in a fast and efficient manner. However,
some provincial roads are not properly maintained mainly due to lack of funds. The
deplorable condition of some of these roads poses a hazard to the public and a hindrance
to the growth of the area.

It is thus imperative that the government provide roads that are in tip-top condition
to afford convenient, quick and safe travel for all. This will definitely boost the economy
of the District and accessibility to the rest of the Province.

What would further enhance the productivity of the region would be the
nationalization of some of its roads. Doing so would improve the economic activities of
the area and businesses could continue even during inclement weather and at times when
other roads are damaged.

This bill then seeks to convert the Rosario-Tubao road into a national road. The

problems aforementioned will be resolved with this conversion as support will be



available from the national government and through funds allocated for congressional
districts.

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



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSEBILLNO._434

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE ROSARIO - TUBAO ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF
LA UNION INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. The Rosario-Tubao Road in the Province of La Union is hereby

converted into a national road.
SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the

funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the

Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
‘Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO.___ 647 Ee

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the stretch of road from Lucban (Sitio Ayaga Junction) —
Banguian - Alinunu — Abulug (Centro) - Ballesteros (Centro) to Ballesteros (Zitanga
Junction) in the municipalities of Abulug and Ballesteros, Cagayan into a National
Secondary Road

The said road serves as a link from the Cagayan — llocos Norte National Road to the
interior municipalities of Abulug and Ballesteros. This road is heavily deluged with
thousands of vehicles daily that caused their damage and fast deterioration. As a
necessary consequence they have to be repaired immediately.

However, due to financial constraints both on the part of the Provincial and Municipal
Governments, such repairs have to be deferred to await for the availability of funds thus,
causing untold inconvenience to the riding public. To remedy the situation, there is an
urgent need to unload the Local Government of the burden of repairing and maintaining
these provincial roads by way of turning them over to the Department of Public Works
and Highways

The conversion of this road to a National Secondary Road will assure the allocation of
annual funding for its repair and maintenance. Consequently, the riding public will have
an easier, lighter, convenient and more leisurely travel. Furthermore, commerce and
trade will certainly flow unhampered - creating an environment that forecast satellite
economic activity all year round

This bill has been filéd during the 15" Congress, favorably acted by the concerned
Committee, approved by the House on Third and Final Reading, and consequently
transmitted to the Senate for its action. It was also favorably acted by the concerned
Senate Committee but its consequent approval by the Senate was stalled by the sine
die adjournment of the 15" Congress.

In view of the foregoing, early passage of this bill is earnestly sought

Mee, VARGAS- FONSO.


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 647

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE ROAD WHICH STARTS FROM LUCBAN (SITIO AYAGA
JUNCTION)-BANGUIAN-ALINUNU-ABULUG (CENTRO) TO BALLESTEROS
(CENTRO) - (ZITANGA JUNCTION) IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF ABULUG AND
BALLESTEROS, PROVINCE OF CAGAYAN INTO A NATIONAL SECONDARY
ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The road starting from Lucban (Sitio Ayaga Junction-Banguian-Alinunu-
Abulug (Centro) to Ballesteros (Centro) - (Zitanga Junction) in the Municipalities of
Abulug and Ballesteros, Province of Cagayan is hereby converted into a national
secondary road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of
general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City 5 z
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS » ey
First Regular Session {NOEX D

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HOUSE BILL NO. 727

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

When Secretary Armin Luistro announced of the 2012 Scholarship Program

for Special Education that would entitle only thirty (30) special education teachers
ing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from across the country, the

call seems to amplify beyond the limited institutional capacity of the department.

Fact is, it serves public notice to other institutions of realpolitik, not the least,
the legislators or policy makers if there is any other option they can muster in terms
of supplemental budget or appropriation. it in this context thatthe bi! envi
that every legisative district throughout the country be allotted the budget
requirements to support special education teachers to pursue training and education
‘on the field at the Philippine Normal University.

‘The idea of this proposed bill is not only to have a limited number of teachers-
scholars or special education teachers who will later cater to children with autism but
to form a sizeable community of teacher-scholars to train and to educate in the field
of special education, the expertise acquired will augur well to this sector in i

‘There is no denying that inclusive education means that all leamers including
those who are differently-abled should be cared for as well. SPED teachers and
centers nationwide form the backbone for this mission to educate everyone or at the
exclusion of not a single one on account of autjsmf ASD, or related concems. For
problems like these should not be a depriva



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

727
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
ALLOTTING PROPORTIONATE SCHOLARSHIP SLOTS IN EVERY LEGISLATIVE
DISTRICT TO TRAIN AND EDUCATE TEACHER-SCHOLARS INVOLVED IN THE
FIELD OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND APPROPRIATE SUFFICIENT FUNDS.
THEREFOR

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the ‘Special Education Scholarship
Program of 2013:

SEC. 2. Every legislative district throughout the country shall be allotted
proportionate scholarship slots to train and educate teacher-scholars involved in the field
of special education.

SEC. 3. The Department of Education shall issue guidelines, rules and
regulations for the effective implementation of this Act. .

SEC. 4. The appropriation of P300,000 is hereby initially allocated to carry out
the provisions of this Act and thereafter shall be included in the budget of the
Department of Education based on corresponding adjusted rates.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect thirty (30) days upon its approval and
Publication in the Official Gazette and in at least two (2) newspapers of general
circulation,

Approved, 4
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 693

Introduced by: Honorable George P. Arnaiz

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the provincial road, which stretches from
Barangays Paniabonan and Luyang of the Municipality of Mabinay to
Barangays Cabcaban, Nalundan, Atotes, Bulod and Poblacion of the
Municipality of Bindoy in the Province of Oriental Negros, into a
National Road.

This provincial road network, which is connected to the nearest
national highway, is essential to the growth and development not only
of the said local government units but also fo the entire province.
However, due to some urgent needs which require immediate funding
as they will hamper the delivery of basic services to our people, the
maintenance and improvement of this vital infrastructure project has
not been given top priority. This situation therefore calls for the turn-over
of this road to the national government by way of converting this
provincial road into a national road for the great benefit of the
traveling public.

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

Réfresentative
2r4 District, Oriental Negros


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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

2
House aiuto, _°92

Introduced by: Honorable George P. Arnaiz

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PROVINCIAL ROAD, WHICH STRETCHES FROM
MUNICIPALITY OF MABINAY VIA BARANGAYS PANIABONAN AND
LUYANG TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF BINDOY VIA BARANGAYS
CABCABAN, NALUNDAN, ATOTES, BULOD AND POBLACION INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Mabinay-Bindoy Provincial Road in the Province
of Oriental Negros is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. The Department of Public Works and Highways
(DPWH) is hereby directed to implement this Act.

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

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 024
Quezon City UL 2013
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS:
First Regular Session

912

House Bill No.

Introduced by HON. IRWIN C. TIENG, HON. MARIANO MICHAEL M. VELARDE
and HON. JOSE L. ATIENZA, JR.

EXPLANATORY

Carjacking has become an even more gruesome crime these days. People lose
not only their cars but their lives as well. Targets of this terrifying scourge nowadays are
car dealers who try to sell rather ordinary cars. The victims are not only shot but
apparently charred beyond recognition. It has become such that selling cars these days
seems a death-defying chore.

With the increasing incidence of carnapping and other motor vehicles related
crimes, the need for a more effective and efficient system are penalizing and preventing

these crimes arises. The ruthless carnappers and killers deserve heavy penalty.

This bill seeks to amend the Republic Act No. 6539 (“The Anti-Carnapping Act of
1972") by increasing the imposable penalty to curb these brutal and merciless criminals

and protect the society

Thus the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought

IRWIN C. TIENG MARIANO MICHAEL M. VELARDE

JOSE L. ATIENZA, JR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

912

House Bill No.

Introduced by HON. IRWIN C. TIENG, HON. MARIANO MICHAEL M. VELARDE
and HON. JOSE L. ATIENZA, JR.

AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 14 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6539 OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS THE “ANTI-CARNAPPING ACT OF 1972” AS AMENDED BY
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7659
Be it enacted by the House of Representatives and Senate in Congress

assembled:

SECTION 1. Amendment — Section 14 of Republic Act 6539, otherwise known
as the “Anti-Carnapping Act of 1972" as amended by Republic Act No. 7659 is hereby
amended to read as follows:

“Sec. 14. Penalty for Carnapping. - THE PENALTY OF RECLUSION
PERPETUA SHALL BE IMPOSED UPON any person who is found guilty of
carnapping, as this term is defined in Section Two of this Act, [shall,] irrespective of the
value of motor vehicle takenf, be punished by [imprisonment for not less than
fourteen years and eight months and not more than seventeen years and four
months, when the carnapping is committed without violence or intimidations of
persons, or force upon things; and by imprisonment for not less than seventeen
years and four months and not more than thirty years, when the carnapping is
committed by means of violence against or intimidation of any person, or force
upon things]; and the penalty of reclusion perpetua to death shall be impose when the
‘owner, driver or occupant of the carnapped motor vehicle is killed or raped in the course

of the commission of the carnapping or on the occasion thereof.”

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. — Any laws, executive orders, presidential
decrees, ordinances, rules and regulations or parts thereof which are inconsistent with
any of the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
complete publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of

general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House LLG __143

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald A. Abaya

EXPLANATORY NOTE

On September 7, 1940, the Municipality of Cavite was converted into a
component city by virtue of Commonwealth Act No. 547. Since then, the City
of Cavite has grown into one of the most progressive cities in the country. For
this reason, every year, the City marks this milestone in its existence with
appropriate and meaningful celebrations participated in by residents and
various government and non-government organizations, However, since
September 7 usually falls on a working day, many of the residents are busy
with their respective jobs or businesses. Hence, they are not able to fully
appreciate the significance of this day.

Ais bill therefore seeks to declare September 7 of every year as a
special non-working holiday in Cavite City to enable its residents and local
Officials to fully participate in the festivities prepared by the City Government
in commemoration of the City's Foundation Anniversary.

In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this bill is earnestly

sought
Beet ra
RANCIS GERALD AGUINALDO A

Representative, First District, Gute


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

FIFTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. ___ 143

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald A. Abaya

AN ACT
DECLARING SEPTEMBER SEVEN OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF CAVITE, PROVINCE OF
CAVITE, TO COMMEMORATE THE FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY OF
THE CITY OF CAVITE.

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

Section 1. September seven (7) of every year is hereby declared as a
special non-working holiday in the City of Cavite, Province of Cavite, to

commemorate the Foundation Anniversaty of the City of Cavite

Sec. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its publication in
at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

House Bill No. 979
Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S, Zamora and Rep. Rommel C. Amatong

EXPL.

ATORY NOTE

The creation of Compostela Valley Province from the Province of Davao del
Norte by virtue of Republic Act No. 8470 on January 30, 1998, necessitates the
establishment of a Provincial Registry of Deeds. As the new province grapples with the
problems of its corporate and legal existence, the need for the services of this government
agency could spell the difference between chaos and order with respect to land claims
and disputes and other registration transactions among its populace. It can no longer
depend on the services offered by its mother province as this would be impractical and a
lation of its mandate as an independent political subdivision.

mn projects; the need to attend to title transfers: the issuance of
‘pation Patents and Certifications of Land Ownership Award pursuant to the
agrarian reform program of the goverment; the establishment of branches of different
banks; the creation of loaning companies; and the increase of trading transactions.

As explained, the Registry’s impact on the social and economic aspects of the

In view of t

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

House Bill No. _ 579

Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora and Rep. Rommel C. Amatong

AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE REGISTRY OF DEEDS OF THE PROVINCE OF
COMPOSTELA VALLEY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established the Registry of Deeds of the Province of
Compostela Valley which shall exercise jurisdiction over all municipalities of the
province.

SEC. 2. The Registry of Deeds shall be located in the Municipality of
Nabunturan.

SEC. 3. The Provincial Registrar shall be appointed by the Secretary of Justice
upon the recommendation of the Administrator of the Land Registration Authority. The
Registrar shall be assisted by a staff to be appointed by the Secretary of Justice in
accordance with existing laws.

SEC. 4. All records pertaining to the jurisdiction of the Registry of Deeds of the
Province of Compostela Valley shall be transferred thereto.

SEC. 5. The Secretary of the Department of Justice shall formulate the rules and
regulations necessary for the implementation of this Act.

SEC. 6, The amount necessary to carry out the implementation of this Act shall be
charged to the appropriations for the Department of Justice under the current General
Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such amounts as maybe necessary for the operation and
maintenance of the Registry of Deeds of the Province of Compostela Valley shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PRESS
Quezon City Ves SS
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS fe RECENED @
Onle:n.
First Regular Session u

HOUSE BILL No. 605

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE EMI CALIXTO-RUBIAI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Pasay was once part of the Namayan Kingdom, a confederation of Barangays whose
ruler was a Rajah. This Namayan Kingdom stretches from Manila Bay to Laguna de Bai.
Dayang-dayang Pasay a princess of the Namayan Kingdom inherited the lands comprising the
territories of Culi-culi, Pasay and Baclaran) The Kingdom's seat of power was built in Sta, Ana
de Sapa. For 149 years, from 1578 to 1727, Pasay was part of Sta, Ana until it was ceded by
the Franciscan Friars to the Augustinian Friars and Pasay became part of Malate under the
Parish of Nuestra Sefiora de los Remedios.

On 02 December 1863, Pasay became an independent pueblo (town) by virtue of
Ecclesiastical Decree upon the recommendation of Archbishop Gregorio Martinez of Sta. Cruz.

In 1865, Pasay's name was changed to Pineda in honor of Don Cornelio Pineya for his
heroic deeds. In 11 June 1901, Pasay (then Pineda) was annexed to the province of Rizal by. ,
virtue of Republic Act No. 137. On 04 August 1901, by virtue of Com. Civil Law # 227 fassed
by the Municipal Board, the name Pineda was reverted back to Pasay in honor of Priricess
Pasay, On 21 June 1947 through RA No. 183, Pasay became Rizal City in honor of Dr. Jose
Rizal, the country's National Hero. The city’s name reverted back to Pasay City on 03 May
1950 by virtue of RA No. 437. After Martial Law was declared in 1972 by then President
Ferdinand E. Marcos, Pasay City was subsequently included to be among the 17 local
government units comprising Metro Manila

Thus, in order to give the residents of Pasay City the opportunity to celebrate the
momentous occasion of 02 December as its Foundation Day anniversary, it is but fitting and
proper to declare 02 December of every year as a special non-working holiday.

Further, this is a re-filed measure from the 15" Congress approved by the Committee
on Revision Laws per Committee Report No. 814 and approved by the House on 3“ Readin:
on 16 May 2011

Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought for.

2 he
EMI CALIXTO-RUBIANO
Representative
Lone District of Pasay City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

FIFTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 605

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE IMELDA CALIXTO-RUBIANO

AN ACT
DECLARING DECEMBER 2 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NONWORKING
HOLIDAY IN PASAY CITY, TO BE KNOWN AS THE “FOUNDATION DAY OF PASAY
city”

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

SECTION 1. December 2 of every year is hereby declared as a special

nonworking holiday in Pasay City, to be known as the “Foundation Day of Pasay City.”

SEC. 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 {x
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES {: iS:
Quezon City, Metro Manila 4

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 83

Introduced by Representative Mel Senen S. Sarmiento

AN ACT DECLARING OCTOBER 16 OF EVERY YEAR AS
CALBAYOG CITY CHARTER DAY AND A SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY

Explanatory Note

This is a re-filed measure which as House Bill 4682 was approved by the
House on Third Reading last Congress and was transmitted and
received by the Senate in 2011.

This bill seeks to designate October 16 of every year as the Calbayog
City Charter Day and a special non-working holiday in the city.

Republic Act. 328, otherwise known as the Charter of the City of
Calbayog was signed into law on July 15, 1948 by President Manuel A.
Roxas.

The first set of city officials was sworn into office on October 16, 1948.
Legally, therefore, Calbayog was founded as a city on October 16 as it
was on this date that RA 328 took effect. The city’s territorial jurisdiction
comprises of the former Municipalities of Calbayog, Oquendo, and
Tinambacan.



Thus, in recognition of the men and women who pioneered the creation
of the City of Calbayog, this bill proposes to set October 16 as a non-
working holiday in the city. This day would present itself as an
opportunity for the residents to celebrate the milestones achieved by the
city and reflect on the duties called upon them as the people of Calbayog
City.

The approval of this bill is therefore earnestly requested.

Approved.

MEL CS ———


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

83

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Mel Senen S. Sarmiento

AN ACT DECLARING OCTOBER 16 OF EVERY YEAR AS CALBAYOG
CITY CHARTER DAY AND A SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE
CITY

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
led.

SECTION 1. To commemorate the founding anniversary of Calbayog City, October
16 of every year is hereby declared as Calbayog City Charter Day and a special non-
working holiday in the city.

In the event that the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the holiday will be
observed on the Monday that follows.

SECTION 2. All laws, orders, presidential issuances, rules and regulations or part
thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. This Act shalll take effect after fifteen (15) days following its publication
in at least two newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6403

Introduced by Hon. Fernando V. Gonzalez

EXPLANATORY NOTE,

This Bill seeks to establish a Registry of Deeds in the City of Ligao in the Province of
Albay.

The intent is to bring the services of the National Government closer to the people of
the Ligao City.

The City has a vast and growing population of 104,914 in 2010 and a total land area
of 24,640 hectares, making it the largest city in the Province of Albay in terms of land
area

The services rendered by the Registry of Deeds are thus, proportionately warranted
given this population size and land area. Likewise, the City has been experiencing a rise in
the demand for services related to land registrations owing to massive opening of
subdivisions and relocation sites for displaced population of Albay. To transact official
business with the Registry of Deeds, the people of Ligao need to travel a considerable
distance to the nearest Registry of Deeds offices in the City of Legaspi and the City of Naga
before they can register the documents affecting their lands. Often, they need to engage in
four to five transactions before their needs are attended to and/or concluded. This situation
makes the registration process even more tedious, cumbersome and expensive, hence, @
disservice to the peoples’ interest.

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

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO 6403

Introduced by Hon. Fernando V. Gonzalez

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A REGISTRY OF DEEDS OF ALBAY IN THE CITY OF LIGAO,
PROVINCE OF ALBAY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established a Registry of Deeds of Albay in the City of
Ligao, Province of Albay.

SECTION 2. The Registry of Deeds shall be headed by a Deputy Register of Deeds
to be appointed by the Secretary of Justice upon the recommendation of the Administrator of

the Land Registration Authority. The Deputy Register of Deeds shall be assisted by a staff to
be appointed by the Administrator.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Justice shall promulgate the necessary rules and
regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

SECTION 4. The Department of Justice shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Registry of Deeds in the City of Ligao,
the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act

SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation.

Approved, \

\)
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16% Congress
3e Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _§3'72

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating toxic gas that
poses extreme danger to people when inhaled. Long term exposure to carbon monoxide can
affect the memory, brain function, behavior, and cognition of humans. In extreme cases,
exposure to this toxic gas results in death.

Our children may be exposed to carbon monoxide in school buildings. In an isolated case
in Catbalogan City, Samar, 15 public school teachers were hospitalized after suffering from
carbon monoxide poisoning after they had a seminar at a two-story building of the City Schools
Division office.

In accordance to the State policy of protecting the physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual,
and social well-being of the Filipino Youth, we must ensure that our students are not susceptible
to this particular toxic gas, As such, this bill requires the installation of carbon monoxide
detectors in all schoo! buildings.

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

LFREBO D. VARGAS II


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16 Congress
34 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO._ 6372

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas II]

AN ACT
REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS IN
SCHOOL BUILDINGS

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

SECTION 1, Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors. The Secretary of
Education shall adopt regulations requiring the installation of Carbon Monoxide
detectors in every elementary and secondary school building where there is a
substantial risk of exposure to carbon monoxide. In the determination of which
school buildings have substantial risk of exposure to carbon monoxide, the
Department of Education shall be assisted by the Department of Health and the
Local Government Unit where the particular school building is located.

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, rules, and
regulations or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are
hereby repeated, amended or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. Effective Clause, - This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15)
days following its publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of
general circulation

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16% Congress
34 Regular Session

House BILLNo.__ 6 274

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas Ill

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article Il Section 15 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution reads: “The State shall
protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health consciousness among
them.” It is therefore imperative for the State to guarantee the efficient and effective
delivery of health services.

Barangay Novaliches Proper in the District of Novaliches, Quezon City is in dire need
of a health center. Its residents who need medical attention must travel to neighboring
barangays for medical treatment.

This bill seeks to construct a modern Super Health Center and Lying-in Maternity

Clinic in Barangay Novaliches Proper to ensure that its estimated 15,975 residents' have
access to decent health services provided by the government.

‘ALFREDO D. VARGAS III

* 2015 Population of Barangay Novaliches Proper, Quezon City, as provided by the City Planning and Development
Office of the Local Government of Quezon City.


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16% Congress
34 Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO.__6274

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas III

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SUPER HEALTH CENTER AND LYING-IN
CLINIC IN BARANGAY NOVALICHES PROPER, QUEZON CITY AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be provided the construction of a Super Health Center and
Lying-in Clinic in Barangay Novaliches Proper, Quezon City under the supervision of the
Department of Health (DOH) or its authorized entity.

SEC. 2. Appropriations. - The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this
Act is hereby authorized to be appropriated in the General Appropriations Act of the year
following its enactment and every year thereafter.

SEC. 3. Implementation. - The Secretary of the Department of Health shall issue rules
and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No 6483

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen at any time to anyone, anywhere, without
warning. One effective way to counter the SCA is to perform CPR or cardiopulmonary
resuscitation, However, if the CPR is performed late on a SCA patient, it can decrease the
patient's chance of survival and bring about severe mental impairment.

Students are equally susceptible to the danger of experiencing sudden cardiac arrest
with their high level of physical and athletic activities in schools. Thus, it is critical that
there is always a CPR-trained personnel in school.

This bill seeks to require every school to have at least one person certified in CPR.
Through this initiative, not only do we guarantee protection for our students, but also
safety and protection for the teachers, school administrators and other staff.

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

FREDO D. VARGAS IIL


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 6483

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas III

AN ACT
REQUIRING EVERY SCHOOL TO HAVE AT LEAST ONE PERSON CERTIFIED IN
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION AND FIRST AID WHILE STUDENTS ARE IN
ATTENDANCE

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

SECTION 1. Medically-Qualified Personnel Required in All Schools. ~ Each school shall have,
at all times during which students are present, at least one person certified in
cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid, Any employee of a school may be designated
as a medically-qualified personnel.

SECTION 2. Definition of Medically Qualified Personnel- For the purposes of this Act, a
person is considered certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid upon the
completion and yearly renewal of a course which meets the requirements established by
the Secretary of Health or his representative.

SECTION 3. Effect of Fulfillment. ~ Fulfillment of the requirements of this section shall not
be deemed to meet the requirements of any other provision of law, rule or regulation
concerning health education or school nurses.

SECTION 4. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the same shall not affect the validity and effectivity of the other provision
hereof.

SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, and issuances, or portions thereof,
which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed, amended or
modified accordingly.


SECTION 6. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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HOUSE BILL No. 6222

Introduced by: CONGRESSMAN VICTOR F. ORTEGA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This measure, filed during the Sixteenth Congress as House Bill No.___, proposes
to name the Diversion Road, a secondary national road: built from the Countrywide
Development Funds and Priority Development Assistance Funds, in the capital City of San
Femando, Province of La Union as Governor Justo O. Orros, Jr. Highway.

‘The Diversion Road of 10.34 kms, was built as an altemative road from south to north
on the Eastern part parallel to the National Highway, to ease the traffic of the central business
district of then Municipality, now City of San Fernando, starting from Barangay Sevilla to
Barangay Bangcusay of the capital and continued up to Barangay Ili Sur of the Municipality
of San Juan, now a tourism point of destination for surfers. More than Two hundred families
were relocated to the Sagayad Relocation Village, on the land purchased by the Provincial
Government then headed:by Govemnor Justo O. Orros, Jr. This cleared: the railroad area
owned by the PNR, which was subsequently leased to the City of San Femando for ONE
PESO (P1.00) a year.

‘The Diversion Road is a symbol of good synergy between national and local officials.
‘Then Congressman Victor F. Ortega of the First District of La Union envisioned the increase
in traffic especially when the Municipality of San Femando would become a city. As
Chairman of the Committee on Public Works and Highways during the Tenth Congress,
Cong. Victor F. Ortega was able to get the support of the Secretary of Public Works and
Highways Gregorio Vigilar and ex-officio Chairman of the PNR, who agreed on the need of a
diversion road to ease the traffic of those travelling to the northern provinces of Ilocos Sur,
Abra and Ilocos Norte. Governor Orros with Cong. Ortega together looked for solutions on
the relocation of the families living on the PNR property, Gov Orros also served as Mayor of
‘the Municipality of San Fernando, Senior Board members of the Province of La Union, and

Ambassador to Mexico until his death.


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HOUSEBILLNo.__ 6222

Introduced by: CONGRESSMAN VICTOR F. ORTEGA

AN ACT
NAMING THE DIVERSION ROAD FROM BARANGAY SEVILLA, SAN FERNANDO
CITY IN THE SOUTH TO BARANGAY ILi SUR OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN
JUAN, LA UNION IN THE NORTH AS GOVERNOR JUSTO O. ORROS, JR.
HIGHWAY

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

SECTION 1. The Diversion Road from Barangay Sevilla, San Fernando City in the
south to Barangay Ili Sur of the Municipality of San Juan, La Union in the north be named as
Governor Justo O. Orros, Jr. Highway.

SEC. 2. ‘The Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue the necessary
rules, orders and circulars to implement the provision of this Act.

SEC. 3, This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16% Congress
34 Regular Session

33

HOUSE BILL NO.__

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas Il

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Republic Act No. 386, otherwise known as the Civil Code of the Philippines,
defines succession as the ‘mode of acquisition by virtue of which the property, rights and
obligations to the extent of the value of the inheritance of a person are transmitted through
his death to another or others either by his will or by operation of law.! This statute also
lists the modes of revoking wills and testamentary dispositions, one of which is the
determination of a person's incapability of succeeding due to unworthiness.

Article 1032 of the Civil Code enumerates the instances that disqualify people to
succeed due to unworthiness. It reads:

“The following are incapable of succeeding by reason of
unworthiness:
(1) Parents who have abandoned their children or induced their
daughter to lead a corrupt or immoral life, or attempted
against their virtue...”

This bill seeks to remove any gender biases from the criteria of succession
disqualification. The proposed legislation amends Article 1032 of the Civil Code and
includes parents who have induced their sons to lead a corrupt or immoral life, or attempted
against their virtue in the list of people who are unworthy for hereditary and testamentary
succession.

In view of the foregoing, passage of this measure is urged.

lk. VARGAS IIL

* Article 774 of RA 386 or the Civil Code of the Philippines.


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
House of Representatives
Quezon City

16" Congress
3 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Congressman Alfredo D. Vargas III

AN ACT
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 386, ALSO KNOWN AS THE CIVIL CODE OF THE
PHILIPPINES, ARTICLE 1032, ON UNWORTHINESS TO SUCCEED

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

SECTION 1. Republic Act No. 386, also known as the Civil Code of the Philippines,
Article 1032 is hereby amended to read as follows:

Article 1032. The following are incapable of succeeding by reason of
unworthiness:

1. Parents who have abandoned their children, [or] induced
[their daughters} THEM to lead a corrupt or immoral life,
or attempted against their virtue..

Sec. 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, and issuances, or portions
thereof, which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed,
amended or modified accordingly.

Sec. 3. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

Regular Session

House Bill No. 6503

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 1, Article XV of the 1987 Constitution recognizes the Filipino
family as the foundation of the nation. It is the duty of the State to strengthen its
solidarity and actively promote its total development.

The importance of family ties cannot be emphasized enough in Philippine
society, The role of this basic unit extends to providing individuals with a sense
of belonging and identity. The family serves as a source not only of financial
support but also of emotional and psychological wellness.

More and more parents lead busy lifestyles and this bill seeks to ensure
that family time is not neglected by providing an avenue for members of the
unit to spend some quality time together. This bill seeks to strengthen family
ties by reinforcing values of family and home in school.

A Family Day is meant to provide families with the opportunity to spend
more time together and to enjoy the company of one another.

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

REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City


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

Regular Session

House Bill No,6909

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
REQUIRING PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS TO HOLD A
FAMILY DAY AT LEAST ONCE EVERY SEMESTER.

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 “Family Day Act of
2016".

SECTION 2. Family Day. All public and private elementary schools are
hereby required to hold at least one (1) Family Day every semester, preferably
on a Sunday, subject to the school’s discretion on the conduct of such.

SECTION 3. Activities. Pursuant to the observance of the Family Day,
there shall be an appropriate activity to be prepared, organized and
implemented by the respective schools, encouraging and obliging family
members to attend and to participate.

SECTION 4. Rules and Regulations. Within ninety (90) days from the
approval of this Act, the Department of Education upon consultation with the
academic institutions concerned, shall promulgate the necessary rules and
regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

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

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
“thir a‘ Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No, 6307

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The mishaps involving Mitsubishi Montero's so-called Sudden Unintended Acceleration
(SUA) are an urgent matter that needs an in-depth investigation by an independent body,
The issue calls for immediate resolution as it poses imminent and clear danger to the public,
As mysterious as it can get, the vehicles in question would suddenly accelerate whe

driver did not intend for it, hence, resulting in disaster.

Technical investigators who are auto engineers affiliated with the
investigation would definitely yield dubious findings.

ar company under

Hence, it is incumbent upon the government to constitute an indep|
the investigation of maffunctioning motor vehicles.

pndent body in charge of


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 630'7

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
€REATING THE NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE SAFETY ADMINISTRATION AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “National Automotive Safety
Administration Act of 2015.”

SEC. 2. There is hereby created a National Automotive Safety Administration to
undertake the investigation of malfunctioning motor vehicles.

SEC. 3. The amount needed to carry out the provisions of this Act shall be charged
against the 2015 appropriations of the Department of Transportation and Communication.
Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the effective implementation of this Act shall
be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6170

Introduced by Representative Kimi S. Cojuangco

Explanatory Note

Majority of the students of the Sta, Lucia Elementary School in
Brey. Sta. Lucia, Urdaneta City come from families whose main source
of income is derived from farming and tri-bike driving. Presently, the
closest high school is the Palina West National High School, which is
around 4 kilometers away.

Graduates of the Sta. Lucia Elementary School that wish to
continue their education have found it difficult to commute from their
home to Palina West National High School. A lot of students are
unable to attend due to the family’s inability to afford the cost of the
commute. Due to this, 15% of graduates choose not to enroll in high
school and around 20-25% who have enrolled are forced to drop out.

This proposed measure seeks to convert the Sta. Lucia
Elementary School into an integrated school to be known as the Sta.
Lucia Integrated School. The presence of an integrated school in the
barangay will allow the students to continue their education without
an added financial burden to their families, This will also result in
decreasing the number of students who don’t enroll in high school as
well as decrease the number of drop outs due to added financial
burden of commuting to a farther school.

It is for these reasons that the approval of this measure is
earnestly sought. F

HoN. Kimi g. coguancco


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
‘Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

.
HOUSE BILL No, 6170

Introduced by Representative Kimi S. Cojuangco

AN ACT

CONVERTING THE STA. LUCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN
BARANGAY STA. LUCIA, CITY OF URDANETA, PROVINCE OF
PANGASINAN INTO AN INTEGRATED SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS
STA. LUCIA INTEGRATED SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Sta. Lucia Elementary School in Barangay Sta.
Lucia, City of Urdaneta, Province of Pangasinan is hereby converted
into an integrated school to be known as Sta. Lucia Integrated School.

SEC. 2. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the Sta.
Lucia Elementary School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by
the Sta. Lucia Integrated School.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include
in the Department's program the operationalization of the Sta. Lucia
Integrated School, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC, 4, The Secretary of Education shall issue such rules and
regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general
circulation.

Approved,