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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

, 4095

HOUSE BILL NO.

Intraduced by Rep. Anna Katrina M. Enverga

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1991 Local Government Code views the barangay as the basic
political unit. It also serve as the primary planning and implementing unit of
government policies, plans, programs, projects and activities in the community
and as a forum where the collective views of the people maybe expressed,
crystallized and considered and where disputes maybe amicably settled. These
functions encompass the political and administrative character of the barangay

as a local government unit.

The maintenance of peace and order is part of the long-term
foundation of genuine development. It is a shared responsibility between the
national and local governments. In the promotion of public safety in the
barangay level, Barangay Tanods are in the frontline of the service, They
perform the difficult task as protectors of the community.

Due to the limited number of police, the barangay tanods now stand as
front liners in securing the safety and peace and order of the community. The
barangay tanods are the cutting edge in the implementation of the country’s
laws because they are the ones who coordinate and directly help the local
government leaders and the police in intelligence gathering against the

presence of lawless elements and terrorists in their respective areas.


Yet their services and commitment to the service are often ignored and
not acknowledged as indicated by the inadequacy of the benefits received by
them. Thus, being aware of this situation, the national government is not left
without reason or justification to provide them with additional benefit
programs.

Hence, this Bill is aimed at alleviating their plight and addressing their
concerns. It is hoped that the passage of this Bill will show our genuine concern
for our Barangay Tanods in appreciation for their services and commitment

towards a peaceful and orderly community.

In view of the foregoing, approval of the Bill is earnestly sought.

ANNA KAT! |. ENVERGA


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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

4095

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Anna Katrina M. Enverga

AN ACT PROVIDING ADDITIONAL BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES TO ALL BARANGAY
TANODS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION. 1. Title - This Act shall be known as the “ Barangay Tanods Incentives
‘Act of 2013”.

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy - Itis the declared policy of the State to promote and
enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of barangay officials including barangay tanods.
Barangay Tanods, duly created under the Local Government Code, has an indispensable
role in barangay government specifically in the maintenance and protection of peace and

security and the promotion of public safety within the Barangay.

SEC. 3. As used in this Act, Barangay Tanod refers to a brigade or body composed
of civilian volunteers, duly created at the barangay level, assisting the barangay officials in
the exercise of its law enforcement function specifically in maintaining peace and order

and promotion of public order and safety in the barangay.

SEC. 4. In addition to the benefits being extended to Barangay Tanods pursuant to
the provisions of the Local Government Code, a member of Barangay Tanod Brigade who
has rendered continuous service for at least one year in any barangay unit shall, during his

incumbency be entitled to the following:


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(1) GSIS Benefit Coverage. Barangay Tanods shall be considered members of the
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and shall be covered with life insurance and
social security protection, including retirement, disability, separation and unemployment
benefits and such other benefits as maybe extended by the GSIS, subject to the limitations
provided by law;

(2) Health Benefits. Government medical and health insurance programs under
existing laws shall include in their coverage free basic health services and medicines to

Barangay Tanods;

(3) Educational Benefits. Barangay Tanods shall, during his incumbency, be entitled
to fifty percent (50%) discount in tuition and matriculation fees for his legitimate and
legally adopted children, not exceeding three (3), attending any recognized state colleges

and universities;

(4) Tax Exemption. All amount received by Barangay Tanods as salaries, wages,
compensation, remuneration and other emoluments, such as honoraria and allowances
shall be exempt from income taxation. Gross benefits received by Barangay Tanods, of

whatever kind or character, shall likewise be exempt from taxation.

(5) Legal Representation, Barangay Tanods who maybe involved as party litigants
in administrative or criminal cases filed in connection with the performance of their
official duties, shall be entitled to the free legal services of the Public Attorney's Office or

PAO who shall facilitate the legal representation of such Barangay Tanods by a counsel;

SEC. 5. Implementing Rules and Regulations. The Department of Interior and
Local Government (DILG), in coordination and consultation with the agencies concerned,
shall promulgate and issue necessary implementing rules and regulations as maybe

necessary for proper speedy and effective implementation of this Act.


SEC. 6. Repealing Clause. All laws or parts thereof inconsistent with any

provision of this Act shall be deemed repealed or modified as the case may be.

SEC. 7. Effectivity.- This Act shall take effect immediately upon its publication in
two (2) newspaper of general circulation.

APPROVED,