Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECEIVED
Quezon City (TE July 1, 2022
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILLNO. _933

Introduced by Representative Roman T. Romulo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

According to Article II Section 13 of the 1987 Constitution, it is the policy of the State
to recognize the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their
physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth
patriotism and nationalism and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.

Patriotism and nationalism are further accentuated during the times when our people
are not only fighting for survival but also for freedom. During World War ll, ournation became
involved when the quest for world domination of superpowers occupied our lands.
Nevertheless, this great war united the Filipino people and cemented the country as a nation
of patriots ready to defend the motherland against a superpower at all costs.

World War Il in the Philippines is an experience in our national past which “was felt by
every Filipino of every age in every inhabited region of the archipelago” (Alfonso J. Aluit). It
showed the magnificent valor and exceptional strength of character of Filipino soldiers,
guerillas and civilians alike.

Inculcating the youth with an intensified sense of patriotism, nationalism, and respect
for the rule of law entails a comprehensive and holistic pedagogical approach to educating
them on World War II in the Philippines that will include relevant chapters in world history
and, most importantly, in Philippine military history.

This bill seeks to mandate the instruction of World War I! in the PI
Education Insti

ippines in Higher
ons which shall result in preserving the stories about the relentless
struggle and great heroism of our World War Il veterans, and about the crucial role played
by the Filipino guerillas who turned and advanced the tide or winning against the Japanese

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which led for the Filipinos to the very freedom and liberties which we are all enjoying right
now.

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

ROMAN T. ROMULO-
Lone District, Pasig City


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. _933

Introduced by Representative Roman T. Romulo

AN ACT
INTEGRATING A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF PHILIPPINE HISTORY DURING
WORLD WAR I! INTO THE HIGHER EDUCATION CURRICULUM

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

SECTION 1. It is the policy of the State to Promote and protect the physical, moral,
intellectual and social well-being of the youth and inculcate the values of patriotism and
nationalism to foster love of humanity, respect for human rights, and encourage involvement
in the political and civic affairs of the country.

To this end, the State shall put in place a mechanism that shall highlight the role of
national heroes in the historical development of the country and thus educate the youth on
the values of patriotism and nationalism and preserving for posterity the stories on the great
struggle and heroism of Filipino soldiers who fought the Japanese occupational forces during
the war.

SEC. 2. A comprehensive study of Philippine History during World War It shall be
integrated into and shall cover not less than fifty percent (50%) of the mandatory Philippine
History subject being offered under the general education curriculum in higher education
courses of all higher education institutions (HEIs) in the country.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) shall, pursuant to its mandate under
Republic Act No. 7722, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994”, develop in
close collaboration with the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office-Department of National
Defense (PVAO-DND), a program to execute and implement the provisions of this Act.



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In support of the study of the history of World War II, all HEls are encouraged to keep
in their libraries adequate books, resources, and reference materials on World War Il as it
transpired in the Philippines.

SEC. 3. Within one hundred eighty (180) days from the effectivity of this Act, the CHED
shall, in coordination with the PVAO-DND, formulate and issue the rules and regulations
necessary to implement the provisions of this Act. Other governmental entities may be
tapped jointly by the principals as resource or advisory groups in this undertaking.

Resource persons such as prominent historians, history professors, members of
historical associations, college or university presidents or administrators, faculty members
and students may also be invited jointly by CHED and PVAO-DND to participate.

SEC. 4. If any part or provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or invalid,
the other provisions not affected, shall remain in full force and effect.

SEC. 5. All laws, decrees, executive orders, memorandum orders, memorandum
circulars, administrative orders, ordinances or parts thereof which are inconsistent with the

provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SEC. 6, This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,