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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _ 9836 _

Introduced by: REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Our senior citizens are considered as living treasures, as they represent and symbolize
the history as well as the traditions of our country.

Republic Act No. 9994, otherwise known as the “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of
2010” mandates that a twenty percent (20%) discount and exemption from the value added
tax (VAT), if applicable, on goods and services from all establishments, are given to senior
citizens.

However, RA 994 further stipulates that,: “In the purchase of goods and services
which are on promotional discount, the senior citizen can avail of the promotional discount or
the discount provided herein, whichever is higher.”

This may appear to be inappropriate since the essence of the Expanded Senior
Citizens Act is to give recognition to the elderly and give them advantage over younger
citizens by way of benefits and privileges.

This bill seeks to strengthen the benefits given to our senior citizens, by amending
certain provision of Republic Act 9994, particularly Section 4, Privileges of Senior Citizens.

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

SALVA) . PLEYTO, SR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _9836_

Introduced by: REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR.

AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE BENEFITS OF SENIOR CITIZENS, AMENDING
FOR THE PURPOSE CERTAIN PROVISION OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9994,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “EXPANDED SENIOR CITIZENS ACT OF 2010”

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

SECTION 1. Section 4 of Republic Act No. 9994 is hereby amended to read as
follows:

“SEC. 4. Privileges for the Senior Citizens. — The senior citizens shall be
entitled to the following:

XXX

In the purchase of goods and services which are on Promotional discount, the senior
citizen can avail of the promotional discount er AND the discount provided herein,

SEC. 2. Separability Clause ~ If any provision or part hereof is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provision not otherwise affected shall remain
valid and subsisting.

SEC. 3. Repealing Clause — Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive order,
letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to or inconsistent with
the provisions of this Act, is hereby repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

SEC. 4, Effectivity Clause. — 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 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No.  9668 
Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers 
AN ACT MANDATING INCINERATION FACILITIES, INCLUDING 
CREMATORIUMS, TO RENDER FREE SERVICES FOR THE PROMPT 
DESTRUCTION OF DANGEROUS DRUGS SEIZED DURING ANTI-ILLEGAL 
DRUG OPERATIONS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The lack of dedicated facilities for the immediate destruction of seized dangerous 
drugs has long been a concern, raising issues of pilferage and the potential recycling of 
confiscated substances back into the illicit market. 
This proposed measure is born out of a recognition that we must explore innovative 
ways to address this problem. By tapping into the capabilities of cremation facilities, we aim 
to repurpose their infrastructure for a cause that serves the greater good - the speedy and 
secure destruction of seized dangerous drugs. 
At the heart of th is legislative proposal is the concept of corporate social responsibility. 
Cremation facilities, traditionally associated with the dignified handling of end-of-life rituals, 
are poised to extend their commitment to societal well-being. By repurposing these facilities 
for the timely destruction of illegal drugs, law enforcement could potentially mitigate the risks 
of pilferage and recycling, thereby enhancing the efficiency of drug disposal processes. 
One of the notable advantages of this measure is the cost-effectiveness of repurposing 
existing infrastructure. Cremation facilities are equipped with the necessary technology to 
handle high temperatures, a crucial factor in the secure destruction of dangerous drugs. This 
adaptation minimizes the need for extensive new infrastructure, making it a pragmatic and 
efficient solution. 
In essence, the creation of a law mandating cremation facilities to render free services 
for the immediate destruction of dangerous drugs is a bold and innovative step. It calls for a 
harmonious convergence of public and private interests, urging us to t • 
eyond traditional 
boundaries and embrace unconventional yet impactful solutions. 
s w 
embark on this 
legislative journey, let us engage in thoughtful deliberation, unders nding hat this proposed 
law has the potential to redefine our collective approach to com 
ting th illegal drug trade 
and ensuring a safer, more secure future for our communities. 
In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this bill is/earne 
1CE S. BARBERS 
December 5, 2023
12:53 pm


9668
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. --
Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers 
AN ACT PROMOTING THE SPEEDY DISPOSITION OF DRUG CASES BY 
CREATING A SPECIAL COURT TO BE KNOWN AS THE "DANGEROUS DRUG 
COURT" IN EVERY CITY AND PROVINCE NATIONWIDE, APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS THEREFOR, ANO FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Drug cases have taken over Philippine courts over the last 1 O years especially 
when the government declared an all-out war against drug trafficking durrng the 
incumbency of former President Rodrigo Duterte. 
Based on the available data of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency 
(PDEA}, there were 405,062 drug cases filed in court from 2002 to 2022. These cases 
include those filed by PDEA as well as other law enforcement agencies such as the 
PNP and the NBI. Out of tliiS figur'e, only 28% or 114, 61 n cases have been resolved 
or have been handed out decision by the judiciary. About 300,000 drug cases or 
approximately 72% have remained pending in courts as we speak. 
The seeming delay in the resolution of drug cases clearly indicates that our trial 
courts just can't keep up. Thus, if not properly addressed, would only lead to more 
clogging of court dockets impairing our already slow-paced justice system in the 
country. 
Moreover, the House Committee on Dangerous Drugs' inquiry on the alleged 
drug recycling activities of some law enforcement officers, which was conducted on 
March 2023, found out that the PDEA and PNP have in its respective custody a total 
of 8,662 kilograms of shabu and 4,233 kilograms of marijuana. When they were asked 
to explain why they were in possession of such large volume of seized illegal drugs, 
they reasoned out that its destruction, as mandated by RA 9165, could not be easily 
done because of the difficulty in obtaining court orders due to the congestion of court 
dockets and/or unavailability of trial court judges who would act on it. 
The delay in the issuance of court orders and processes in connection with the 
destruction of seized or confiscated dangerous drugs have opened a window of 
opportunity for rouges in uniform known as "ninja cops" to operate by recycling seized 
illegal drugs for the purpose of planting evidence, or worse, selling it back on the 
streets. 
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November 6, 2023
6:51 pm
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9446
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESHNTATIVES
Quezon City
NINHTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HousEB|LLNo.9379
Introduced by Representatives I)ap±pr±± Lagon and Sonny L. Logo_n_
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to convert the Cordova Coastal Road in the Municipality of Cordova,
Province of Cebu into a national road to ensure its timely completion and proper upkeep and
highlight  its  significance  as  a  complementary  road  network  to  the  Cebu-Cordova  Link
Expresswaythatisseentocatalyzethetourismandeconomicdevelopmentofthemunicipality,
in particular, and the Province of Cebu, in general.
TheMunicipalityofCordovaisathirdincomeclassmunicipalitysituatedinthelsland
of Mactan. Though lacking sufficient funds, the Municipal Government has been struggling
veryhardtohavethecoastalroadcompletedtoprovideaseamlessroadnetworkthatcormects
alltwelvebarangaysinthemainlandandopenupidlelandsfordevelopmentbelievingthatthe
coastal road will serve as a huge catalyst for development. And this is rightly so especially that
the said coastal road will complement, if not maximize, the newly-completed Cebu-Cordova
Link Expressway which cormects Cebu City and the rest of Cebu Province's southern cities
and municipalities to the Mactan-Cebu International Aiaport in Lapu-lapu City through the
Municipality of Cordova.
Funding  constraints  however  continue  to  hamper  its  completion  as  the  municipal
govemmentofcordovacamotcommitsignificantfundsforthecompletionofthecoastalroad
withoutcompromisingitsotherequally-importantprogramsandprojects.Hence,thismeasure.
In view of the above premises, the prompt approval of this measure is earnestly sought
and recommended.
DAPHffioN
6th District, Cebu
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Partylist, Ako Bisaya


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 9379
Introduced by Representatives Daphne A. Lagon and Sonny Lagon
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE  CORDOVA COASTAL ROAD IN THE  MUNICIPALITY 0F
CORDOVA,    PROVINCE    0F    CEBU    INTO    A    NATIONAL    ROAD    AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it  enacted by the  Senate and the  House Of Representatives  Of the  Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SECTION 1. The Coastal Road in the Municipality of Cordova, Province of Cebu, is
hereby converted into a national road.
SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways, in coordination with the
Municipal Government of Cordova, shall promulgate the rules and regulations necessary for
the effective implementation of this Act.
SECTION  3.  The  Secretary  of Public  Works  and  Highways  shall  include  in  the
Department's programs the amount necessary for the completion of the Coastal Road on the
year following the approval of this Act. Thereafter, the amount necessary for its improvement,
repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect after fifteen days following the completion of
its publication in the National Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved.
1 
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
2nd Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Article II Section 16 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provides for the protection 
and advancement of the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in 
accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.  
As stated under Section 484 of Republic Act No. 7160 or the Local Government Code 
of 1991, the appointment of the Environmental and Natural Resources Officer in every 
province, city, and municipality is optional. However, this non-compulsory character 
puts indisposition to the role of the provincial, city and municipal government units 
in creating, preparing, and implementing respective environmental or forest 
management plans, programs, and policies.  
Thus, this measure seeks to amend the Local Government Code of 1991, mandating 
the appointment of an Environment and Natural Resources Officer in every province, 
city, and municipality. As the country is threatened by various environmental risks 
and degradation, the mandatory appointment of Environment and Natural Resources 
Officer is imperative to ensure that our rich biodiversity and natural resources are 
maintained and protected. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
HON. ERIC GO YAP 
August 30, 2023
12:59 pm
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1 
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
2nd Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
AN ACT 
MAKING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL 
RESOURCES OFFICE MANDATORY IN ALL PROVINCES, CITIES AND 
MUNICIPALITIES, AMENDING SECTION 484 (A) OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160 
AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 'THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE 
OF 1991' 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 484 (a) of Republic Act No. 7160 as amended, otherwise 
known as the "Local Government Code of 1991" is hereby further amended as follows: 
"SEC. 484. Qualifications, Powers and Duties. - (a) xxx 
"The appointment of the environment and natural resources officer is [optional] 
MANDATORY for provincial, city, and municipal governments." 
SEC. 2. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
9003
Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 9671 
Introduced by Representative WOWO FORTES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The late Congresswoman Ma. Bernardita “Ditas” B. Ramos served as the 
Second District Representative of the Province of Sorsogon from 2019 – 2021. The 
People and Province of Sorsogon are living testaments to her sincerity and dedication 
to public service. During her term, she had shown effective and efficient representation 
of the Second District of Sorsogon. 
Last 18th Congress, she had filed 29 legislative proposals focusing on various 
fields as she was a member of the several House Committees such as: Aquaculture 
and Fisheries Resources, Health, Human Rights, Public Works and Highways, and 
Tourism. Further, one of her outstanding bills of national concern was the consolidated 
House Bill on raising the age of sexual consent for statutory rape cases from 12 to 16 
years old. 
Despite her early demise due to COVID-19, her legacy remains alive in the 
hearts of every Sorsoganon. Congresswoman Ma. Bernardita B. Ramos or “Tiya 
Ditas” for Sorsoganons had exemplified untarnished government service which served 
as an inspiration to other public servants. Having her roots in the Municipality of Gubat, 
it is only proper to honor her and her memory by renaming the Gubat Bypass Road as 
Ma. Bernardita B. Ramos Highway. 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
ATTY. WOWO FORTES 
    Representative 
 Second District, Province of Sorsogon 
December 5, 2023
5:11 pm


1 
Nineteenth Congress of the 
Republic of the Philippines 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
H.B. No. 9671
Introduced by Representative WOWO FORTES 
___________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT RENAMING THE ROAD (GUBAT BYPASS ROAD), STRETCHING FROM 
BARANGAY BERIRAN TO BARANGAY ARIMAN LOCATED IN THE 
MUNICIPALITY OF GUBAT, PROVINCE OF SORSOGON, AS MA. BERNARDITA 
B. RAMOS HIGHWAY
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Republic of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled:  
SECTION 1. The Gubat Bypass Road, stretching from Barangay Beriran to Barangay 
Ariman, in the Municipality of Gubat, Province of Sorsogon, is hereby renamed as Ma. 
Bernardita B. Ramos Highway. 
SEC. 2. The Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue the necessary 
rules, orders, and circulars to implement the provisions of this Act within sixty (60) 
days from its effectivity. 
SEC. 3. 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
NINHTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill No.
9585
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVH MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE
EXPLANATORY NOTE
With  the  enactment  of  Republic  Act  11325  last  April   17,  2019,  the  Mindanao  Central
Sanitarium (MCS) located in Pasobolong, Zanboanga City was upgraded into a tertiary level
hospital and the authorized bed capacity was increased to two hundred (200) beds. The passage
of the law also upgraded the existing hospital facilities including the professional health care
services and human resources complement under the Department of Health.
Given the important role of MCS in the City of Zamboanga as it caters to additional general
services on top of its service as leprosarium, there is a need to change the name of the hospital
to emphasize the additional hospital services it provides to the general public.
As principal author of RA  11325, the undersigned believes that the renaming of MCS  into
Zamboanga Regional Medical Center will highlight the hospital's capacity to cater different
health care services more than just as a sanitariun.
Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.#`
MANUEL JOSE "MANN
Representative, Zamboanga Ci
d District


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETHENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
House Bill No.
9585
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVI] MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE
AN ACT CHANGING THE NAMH 0F MINDANA0 CHNTRAL SANITARIUM IN
PASOB0LONG, ZAMB0ANGA CITY TO ZAMBOANGA RHGIONAL MEDICAL
CENTER
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House Of Representatives Of the Philippines assembled:
SECTION  1.  Change  of Hospital  Name  - The  name  Mindanao  Central  Sanitarium  in
Pasobolong, Zamboanga City is hereby changed to Zamboanga Regional Medical Center.
SHCTI0N 2. Effectivity -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the OJorcz.c7/ Gczze#e or in any newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. __ 
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT 
TO 
PRESCRIBE 
NUTRITION 
LABELING 
FOR 
FOOD 
PRODUCTS, 
PROVIDING FRAMEWORK FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
Explanatory Note 
The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and 
promote the right to health of the people and instill health consciousness among 
them" (Article II, Section 15). 
In the Philippines, as well as in other countries in the Southeast Asian region, 
there is no mandatory nutrition labeling or requirement for food 1, but relies solely on 
the voluntary inclusion by manufacturers, packagers or distributors should indicate 
the nutritional value on the labels of food products being sold in the market to the 
public. 
Although there are rules and regulations being implemented by health and 
nutrition agencies of the government as regards food labeling to ensure food safety 
and control, many pre-packed food being sold for retail still lack nutritional value 
labels. 
This measure is being pushed to promote a healthy lifestyle and support 
public health initiatives among Filipinos as it would mandate an easy-to-read label 
on the commodity, which bears its nutritional content and separate from the label 
1 "What is in your food label?" Food and Nutrition Research Institute. 
https://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph/index.php/publications/writers-pool-corner/57-food-and-nutrition/85-what-is-in-your­
food-label 
September 27, 2023
5:36 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. __ 
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The State shall protect the rights of subsistence fishermen, especially of local 
communities, to the preferential use of local marine and fishing resources, both 
inland and offshore. It shall provide support to such fishermen through appropriate 
technology and research, adequate financial, production, and marketing assistance, 
and other services.1 
Based on the Philippine Statistics Authority, fisherfolk had the highest 
poverty incidence in 2021 at 30.6%, followed by farmers at 30%, children at 26.4%, 
and individuals residing in rural areas at 25.7%. "These sectors had the highest 
proportion of individuals belonging to families with income below the official poverty 
thresholds compared to the other basic sectors," said the PSA.2 
The PSA noted that these are also the sectors with the recorded highest poverty 
incidences in 2015 and 2018. The PSA said that "significant increases" in the poverty 
incidence were recorded, the highest being in fisherfolk with an increase of 4.4 
percent, followed by children with 2.5 percent, persons aged 15 years and above with 
disability with 2.5 percent, and individuals residing in urban areas with 2.3 percent.3 
A lot of factors have contributed to this condition, such as lean, typhoon or 
calamities where fisherfolk have limited catch or could not fish altogether. These 
factors also include declarations of "closed season" by the Department of 
Agriculture's Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) during which 
the taking of specified fishery species by a specified fishing gear is prohibited in a 
specified area or areas in Philippine waters, the purpose of which is to prevent 
overfishing and overexploitation of our marine resources. While this is laudable, a 
right balance must be considered in order alleviate the condition of our fisherfolk. 
1 Section 7, Article XIII, 1987 Philippine Constitution 
2 https:/ / newsinfo.inquirer.net/17 48408 / fisherfolk-farmers-rural-communities-poorest-in-2021-psa-data 
3 Ibid 
November 14, 2024
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House Bill No. 11046

Introduced by Representative ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA

AN ACT CONVERTING CANILI BYPASS ROAD IN THE LONE DISTRICT OF THE
PROVINCE OF AURORA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS
THEREOF

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This proposed bill seeks to convert Canili Bypass Road in the Lone District of the
Province of Aurora into a national road.

‘The abovementioned road serves as the access of the Province of Aurora to its
neighboring province, Nueva Vizcaya as it connects the Municipality of Maria Aurora,
Aurora to the Municipality of Alfonso Castafieda in Nueva Vizcaya. The repair,
maintenance and improvement of this road needs funding from the National Government
in order to better cater the people who benefits from the use of this road.

As a result of the proposed conversion, there will be ease of travel and improved
‘mobility which will open the doors of the Province of Aurora to more business
‘opportunities and investments from outside the province. In the long term, with the
definite maintenance of the subject road and all the public roads and highways in Aurora,
through the funding sourced from the National Government, economic growth and rural
development shall ensue.

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

won ANGARA


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE)
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
Third Regular Session )

House Bill No, 11046

Introduced by Representative ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA

AN ACT CONVERTING CANILI BYPASS ROAD IN THE LONE DISTRICT OF
THE PROVINCE OF AURORA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING
FUNDS THEREOF

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

Section 1. The Canili Bypass Road in the Lone District of the Province of Aurora
is hereby converted into a national road;

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

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

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines “2, BY__.) 0)
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19" CONGRESS
3 Regular Session

nouse auino, 11441

Introduced by Representative Loreto B. Acharon

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to create the 1* and 2” Legislative Districts of the City of General Santos by
reapportioning the 26 barangays of the Lone Legislative District of the City of General Santos.

As certified by the Philippine Statistics Authority, the actual population of the City of General
Santos in the year 2020 stood at 697,315 individuals, at an average annual growth rate of
3.42% from 2015 to 2020; an increase of 102,690 individuals from 594,446 recorded in 2015.

Given that our annual growth rate for the last five (5) years is higher than the national average
of 1.53% for the same period, it is now imperative and a matter of necessity to reapportion
the lone district so that the City of General Santos can fully align its growth and development
programs with the Philippine Development Plan of 2023 to 2028.

This reapportionment shall give the people of the City of General Santos equal representation
in Congress and a fair share of government resources thereby ensuring inclusive growth in an

environment that provides equal opportunities for all our constituents.

As such, approval of this measure is earnestly sought.

LORETO 8. ACHARON


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

19" CONGRESS
3” Regular Session

nouse auino. 11441

Introduced by Representative Loreto B. Acharon

AN ACT REAPPORTIONING THE LONE LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF GENERAL
SANTOS INTO TWO (2) LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS

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

SECTION 1. The Lone Legislative District of the City of General Santos is hereby reapportioned
into two (2) legislative districts to take effect in the next national and local elections.

(a) The First Legislative District shall be composed of barangay Batomelong, Upper Labay,
Olympog, Conel, Mabuhay, Tinagacan, Katangawan, Ligaya, Lagao, Baluan, Buayan,
Bula, San Isidro, City Heights, Dadiangas North, Dadiangas South, Dadiangas East and
Dadiangas West; and

(b) The Second Legislative District shall be composed of barangay Sinawal, San Jose,
Siguel, Tambler, Calumpang, Fatima, Labangal and Apopong.

SEC. 2. The Commission on Elections shall issue the rules and regulations necessary for the
effective implementation of this Act.

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

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) national
newspapers of general circulation.

APPROVED.
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December 11, 2024
1:36 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. __________ 
Introduced by HON. MARIA FE R. ABUNDA 
Representative, Lone District, Eastern Samar 
AN ACT  
ALLOWING THE RETROACTIVE APPLICATION OF INCREASES AND 
ADJUSTMENTS IN SALARIES AND ALLOWANCES FOR THOSE IN PERSONAL 
SERVICE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE 
SECTIONS 325 (f) AND (g) OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Sections 325 (f) and 325 (g) of Republic Act No. 7160 are herebv amended 
to read as follows:  
xxx 
Sec. 325. General Limitations. – The use of provincial, city, and municipal funds shall be 
subject to the following limitations: 
xxx 
(f) SUBJECT TO THE NEXT SUCCEEDING ITEM, no changes in designation
or nomenclature of positions resulting in promotion or demotion in rank or increase
or decrease in compensation shall be allowed, except when the position is actually
vacant, and the filling of such positions shall be strictly made in accordance with
the civil service law, rules and regulations;
(g) The creation of new positions and salary increases or adjustments shall in no
case be made retroactive, EXCEPT WHEN ALLOWED BY LAW OR
EXECUTIVE ORDER.
xxx 
SECTION  2. The Department of Budget and Management shall issue the necessary 
rules and regulations for the implementation of this Act. 
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SECTION 3. The retroactive effectivity of salary increases and adjustments under 
Executive Order No. 64, series of 2024 shall also apply to qualified employees of local government 
units. 
SECTION 4. All laws, decrees, orders, rules, and regulations contrary to this Act are 
hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication or in the Official 
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
 
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. _________ 
Introduced by Representative LEODY “ODIE” F. TARRIELA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Article XIII Section 11 of the 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines 
provides that “The State shall adopt an integrated and comprehensive approach to 
health development which shall endeavor to make essential goods, health and other 
social services available to all the people at affordable cost. There shall be priority for 
the needs of the under-privileged, sick, elderly, disabled, women, and children. The 
State shall endeavor to provide free medical care to paupers.” 
The Municipality of Abra de Ilog in the Province of Occidental Mindoro is 
presently serviced by Abra de Ilog Municipal Hospital, a ten (10)-bed hospital created 
by virtue of R.A. No. 6916 in 1990.  
As part of the full devolution of LGU Functions, the control of the Abra de Ilog 
Municipal Hospital has been transferred from the Municipal Government of Abra Ilog 
to the Provincial Government of Occidental Mindoro (PGO). By practice, hospitals and 
infirmaries under the PGO are named “community hospitals.” 
To establish uniformity and better reflect its new status, this bill therefore seeks 
to rename Abra de Ilog Municipal Hospital to “Abra de Ilog Community Hospital.” 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is hereby earnestly sought. 
HON. LEODY “ODIE” F. TARRIELA  
Representative 
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November 11, 2024
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. 11056
Introduced by Representative 
LEODY “ODIE” F. TARRIELA 
AN ACT RENAMING THE ABRA DE ILOG MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL TO ABRA DE 
ILOG COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC 
ACT NO. 6916 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Abra de Ilog Municipal Hospital in the Municipality of 
Abra de Ilog, Province of Occidental Mindoro is hereby changed to “Abra de 
Ilog Community Hospital.” 
SEC. 2. All provisions of Republic Act No. 6916 which may have 
reference to “Abra de Ilog Municipal Hospital” shall be correspondingly 
amended to reflect the change in name, and any reference to “hospital” shall 
refer to Abra de Ilog Community Hospital. 
SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval. 
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by  
HON. ATTY. GERVILLE “JINKY BITRICS” R. LUISTRO 
AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING THE ANNUAL GRANT OF THE WORLD 
TEACHERS' DAY INCENTIVE BENEFIT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS 
AND INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE INCENTIVE TO FIVE 
THOUSAND PESOS 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) 
designated October 5 of every year as World Teachers' Day to celebrate not only how educators 
play a key role in transforming education, but also to bring to our attention the many needs that 
our teachers have and how supporting them must be a concerted effort by our society.  
Domestically, this is reflected in Republic Act No. 10743 declaring October 5 of every 
year as National Teachers’ Day. Separately, Congress has sustained a corresponding World 
Teachers' Day Incentive Benefit (WTDIB) in the amount of One Thousand Pesos (P1,000), 
subject to the Department of Education’s Guidelines.  
This bill now seeks to institutionalize the benefit and increase it to Five Thousand Pesos 
(P3,000), as a small token of gratitude to the tireless efforts of teachers nationwide in helping 
build this Nation’s future. 
In view of the foregoing, the urgent passage of this bill is sought. 
HON. ATTY. GERVILLE “JINKY BITRICS” R. LUISTRO 
January 13, 2025
5:30 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by  
HON. ATTY. GERVILLE “JINKY BITRICS” R. LUISTRO 
AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING THE ANNUAL GRANT OF THE WORLD 
TEACHERS' DAY INCENTIVE BENEFIT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS 
AND INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE INCENTIVE TO FIVE 
THOUSAND PESOS 
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 "Annual World Teachers' Day 
Incentive Benefit Act." 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Principles. - It is the policy of the State to promote the welfare of public 
school teachers and improve their work incentives. 
SEC. 3. Annual World Teachers' Day Incentive Benefit. - There is hereby established an 
Annual World Teachers' Day Incentive Benefit, in the amount of Three Thousand Pesos 
(P5,000), which shall be given to each public school teacher not earlier than October 5 of every 
year, subject to guidelines to be issued by the Department of Education. 
SEC. 4. Appropriations. - The amount necessary to implement this Act shall be included in the 
annual General Appropriations Act. 
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SEC. 5. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
Approved,
5. HUE

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

Nineteenth Congress
‘Third Regular Session

House Bit No._11516

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

With the current alphabetical list of provinces nationwide which is
deeply separating the Province of Southem Leyte from the Province of
Leyte where it came from, this bill seeks to enhance the identity of
Southern Leyte as geographically a part of the Leyte Island with a distinct
personality of its own.

The enhance nominal image of Southern Leyte once it will become
Leyte del Sur could add more essence to a province which is widely
ignored currently owing to its far listing from its mother province of
Leyte. The most common dilemma right now for those who are not
familiar with Southern Leyte is that it has always been mistaken as not to
have existed due the fact that list of provinces can be easily mistaken as
listing only the Province of Leyte as Souther Leyte will normally come
far down the list together with provinces whose names start with letter
. The historical significance should also highlighted by reason of its
Spanish influence on the province being the site where Spanish friar
celebrated Holy Mass on Easter Sunday, 1521.

In view of the foregoing, passage of this bill is hereby being

earnestly sought.

LUZ V. MERCADO


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

Nineteenth Congress
Third Regular Session

House BLL No__11516

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

AN ACT CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PROVINCE OF
SOUTHERN LEYTE TO LEYTE DEL SUR

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

SECTION 1. The name of the Province of Souther Leyte is hereby
changed to Province of Leyte del Sur.

pe

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the conduct of the plebiscite
shall be borne by the Province of Southern Leyte

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) shall conduct and
supervise the plebiscite to be held in the entire Province of
Southern Leyte.

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10 SECTION 3. The Department of Interior and Local Government

11 (DILG) shall implement this Act.

12

13. SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its

14 complete publication in any two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. 11310
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING THE TULONG P ANGHANAPBUHA Y SA 
ATING DISADVANTAGED DISPLACED WORKERS (TUPAD) PROGRAM OF 
THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT, APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Explanatory Note 
The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall promote a just 
and dynamic social order that will ensure the prosperity and independence of the 
nation and free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate 
social services, promote full employment, a rising standard of living, and an 
improved quality of life for all.1 Likewise, the State shall promote social justice in all 
phases of national development.2 
The Tulong Panghanapbuhay Sa Ating Disadvantaged Displaced Workers 
(TUP AD) Program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is a 
community-based package of assistance that provides emergency employment for 
displaced workers, underemployed and seasonal workers for a minimum period of 
10 days, but not exceeding to 30 days, depending on the nature of work to be 
performed per DOLE's guidelines. 
The TUP AD Program has been successful in alleviating the conditions of 
displaced workers, underemployed and seasonal workers over the past years. This 
bill seeks to institutionalize and expand the coverage of the TUP AD Program to 
1 Section 9, Article II, 1987 Philippine Constih1tion 
2 Section 10, Article JI, 1987 Philippine Constitution
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. --
Introduced by REP. CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMPREHENSIVE AND INTEGRATED 
NATIONAL POLICY AND PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR THE OPERATION 
AND MAINTENANCE OF DORMITORIES AND BOARDING HOUSES, 
PROVIDING PENALTIES THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Dormitories 
and 
boarding houses 
have been 
providing 
temporary shelter to m i l l i o n s of transients and students who 
have to live away from their parents and loved ones in order to 
pursue their respective endeavors. 
It has been observed, however, that the living conditions in 
many dormitories or lodging houses are far below normal living 
standards. Despite efforts to encourage and promote better facilities 
at reasonable rates, the present situation of those who live in sub­
standard dormitories and boarding houses still needs immediate 
attention and action. 
This bill therefore seeks to regulate the operation and 
maintenance of dormitories and boarding houses with the end in 
view of improving· the situation of those living in these places. 
Under the proposed measure, the owners and operators of 
dormitories and boarding houses shall be required to provide their 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. 11306
Introduced by REP. CAMILLE A. VILLAR
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A BASIC LIFE SKILLS COURSE IN THE HIGH SCHOOL 
CURRICULUM 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Basic life skills are important tools to manage the challenges of daily life. These 
skills can help children become more self-governed by learning how to manage time 
and prioritize tasks. The skills build strong connections as they develop effective 
communication skills to help children express their ideas, resolve conflicts, and build 
relationships. 
Basic life skills likewise develop critical thinking that helps children analyze 
complex problems and find rational solutions. Life skills development helps children 
identify their strengths and weaknesses, and apply their knowledge to real-life 
situations. Overall, learning the basic life skills can help children become responsible 
individuals and community members. 
What this bill seeks to bring is to establish a comprehensive basic life skills 
curriculum for high school students, covering essential areas such as financial literacy, 
cooking and nutrition, basic home maintenance, interpersonal communication, time 
management, emotional intelligence, job search strategies, legal literacy, driver and 
pedestrian safety, and understanding taxation, among others. 
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Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Nineteenth Congress
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 11033

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The National Science High School system has been a proven method of
improving the education of high school students in many places. However,
the Province of Southern Leyte is being deprived of a national science high
school campus.

For this reason, the improvement in high school students’ education
under a national science high school could not be easily availed by the
students in Southern Leyte considering that the said province is hundreds of
kilometers away from the nearest science high school.

This bill will propose the creation of a national science high school in
Maasin City to provide the Province of Southern Leyte a national science

high school campus.

In view thereof, approval of this bill is hereby earnestly requested.

(herve

LUZ VERANO MERCADO.


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

Nineteenth Congress
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4 4 933

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

AN ACT
CREATING A NATIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS IN
MAASIN CITY, SOUTHERN LEYTE

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

SEC. 1. It is hereby mandated that a National Science High School Campus
be created in Maasin City, Southem Leyte similar in curriculum and administration
to other science national high school campuses nationwide.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be

included in the appropriations for the Department of Science and Technology.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. ---
Introduced by Representative CAMILLE A. VILLAR 
AN ACT 
ENHANCING WORKERS' PROTECTION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN 
THE COURSE OF JOB DISRUPTION DUE TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 
AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY, 
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Explanatory Note 
Under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the State affirms labor as a primary 
social economic force. It shall protect the rights of workers and promote their 
welfare.1 The State shall afford full protection to labor, local and overseas, organized 
and unorganized, and promote full employment and equality of employment 
opportunities for all. 2 
Advanced technology including Artificial Intelligence and machine learning 
is changing the world at an unprecedented pace. As these changes accelerate, the 
future of work is shifting fundamentally and the ability to transition into new jobs is 
more critical than ever. The World Economic Forum's own research shows that 23% 
of all jobs will be changed by technology and automation by 2027, with 69 million 
new job roles expected to be created and 83 million job roles expected to be 
displaced. Almost a quarter of all workers face the challenge of ensuring they have 
the relevant skills to thrive in an increasingly digital global economy.3 
To help workers and businesses adapt to the jobs of tomorrow, the World 
Economic Forum outlines four key pillars to smooth the pathway into successful 
1 Section 18, Article II, 1987 Philippine Constitution 
2 Section 3, Article XIII, 1987 Philippine Constitution 
3 https:/ / www.weforum.org/ stories/ 2024/10/jobs-skills-work-digital-economy / 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City, Metro Manila

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

nouse Bino. 11120

Introduced by Representative Jaime R. Fresnedi

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to alleviate the pain of losing a loved one through ensuring that they are
given bereavement leave

‘A death in the family is always painful and often unexpected. In addition to the grief,
there are also rituals and bureaucratic requirements which necessitate the presence of the
bereaved. This bill amends the Labor Code to allow even probationary employees who have
rendered at least a month of service to have the option of a bereavement leave. This leave will
give them time to attend to the funeral arrangements, legal requirements, and observe the
funeral traditions of our culture.

Previously, workers, regardless of status, would face the choice of loss of income or
charge their absence to their existing leave credits. Given the unplanned nature of the leave, it
is only fair that society extends compassion to them at the moment of their loss.

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

SAIMZAT NEDI
‘Represehtative
Lone District, Muntinlupa City


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

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. _11120

Introduced by Rep. Jaime R. Fresnedi

AN ACT
GRANTING BEREAVEMENT LEAVE TO ALL EMPLOYEES, AMENDING FOR
THE PURPOSE PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 442, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS THE LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 1. Insert a new article after Article 95 of Presidential Decree No. 442, as
amended, to read as follows:

“ARTICLE. 95-A. RIGHT TO BEREAVEMENT LEAVE.

“(A) EVERY EMPLOYEE, INCLUDING PROBATIONARY
EMPLOYEES, WHO HAVE RENDERED AT LEAST ONE MONTH OF
SERVICE SHALL BE ENTITLED TO A BEREAVEMENT LEAVE NOT
EXCEEDING THREE (3) WORKING DAYS, WHICH SHALL COMMENCE
ON THE DAY OF THE DEATH OF AN IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER.

“(B) THE LEAVE GRANTED UNDER THIS PROVISION SHALL NOT
BE CHARGED AGAINST ANY EXISTING LEAVE CREDITS PROVIDED TO
THE EMPLOYEE.

“(©) THE GRANT OF BENEFIT IN EXCESS OF THAT PROVIDED
HEREIN SHALL NOT BE MADE A SUBJECT OF ARBITRATION OR ANY
COURT OR ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION.”

SEC. 2. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Department of Labor and
Employment shall promulgate the rules and regulations for the proper implementation of this
Act within ninety (90) days from its effectivity.

SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. ~ All Acts, Presidential Decrees, Executive Orders and
Administrative Orders, Rules and Regulations and other such issuances or parts thereof which
are inconsistent with the 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 Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,