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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIV pave __15 AUG 2016
Quezon City j om™._ on
SEVENTEENTH conenese on

First Regular Session

REGISTRATION
291 NT
HOUSE BILL NO. BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Crimes specifically engendered on account of road rage take on a graver dimension.
Recent incidents resulting from road rage have now raised this emerging phenomenon as a
serious public safety concern.

Road rage is aggressive or angry behavior by a driver of an automobile or other road
vehicle. Such behavior might include rude gestures, verbal insults, deliberately driving in an
unsafe or threatening manner, or making threats. Road rage can lead to altercations,
assaults, and collisions that result in injuries and even deaths. It can be thought of as an
extreme case of aggressive driving.’

Committing an offence under this situation aggravates the offence in that the aggressor lets
out his unmitigated outburst in wanton disregard for social and ethical norms. The unbridled
fury becomes uncontrollable exacerbating the severity of the wrongdoing

On the part of the subject of aggression, the apprehension and anxiety are emooiniied by
his ominous anticipation of an imminent danger. He also cringes from pet gn that
is brought about by the perception of the immediate surroundings/se

” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_rage


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL No. 2911

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
INCLUDING ACTS COMMITTED ON ACCOUNT OF ROAD RAGE IN THE
AGGRAVATING CIRCUMSTANCES, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE ARTICLE 14 OF
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 3815, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE REVISED
PENAL CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 1. Article 14 is hereby amended as follows:
Art. 14. Aggravating circumstances. ~ The following are aggravating circumstances:

1. xxx
21. xxx
22. THAT THE ACT BE COMMITTED ON ACCOUNT OF ROAD RAGE.

SEC. 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders and
their implementing rules, inconsistent with this act are hereby repealed, amended or
modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in at least two (2) national newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
HUUSE OF REPRES!

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

BILLS AN,

House Bill No._2306

Introduced by Representative GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
PROMOTING BARANGAY JUSTICE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1155 OF
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 386, OTHERWISE KNOWN ASN THE CIVL CODE OF
THE PHILIPPINES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Presidential Decree No. 1508 was able to establish a system of amicably setting
disputes at the barangay level. But there is a need to strengthen this system and
one such amendment concerns the institution of safeguards against prescription
of actions which may occur if conciliation is resorted to by parties involved.

The proposed measure seeks to address this need by specifically providing that
the filing of case with the Punong Barangay interrupts the running of the
prescriptive period under the Civil Code of the Philippines or Republic Act No
386, in particular Article 1155. The suspension, however, does not extend to
more than sixty (60) days to prevent the possibility of undue delay that the
suspension might engender.

In the interest of encouraging serious recourse to the system of amicable settling
disputes at the barangay level, the immediate passage of this measure if

earnestly requested.
GLORIA Avon ARROYO

2™ District, Pampanga

RECEIVED
Dare, 02 AUG 2016

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No, 2306

Introduced by Representative GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
PROMOTING BARANGAY JUSTICE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1155 OF
REPUBLIC ACT NO, 386, OTHERWISE KNOWN ASN THE CIVL CODE OF
THE PHILIPPINES

Be itenacted bythe Senate and the House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1.Article 1155 of the Civil Code is hereby amended to read as
follows:

“ART. 1155. The prescription of actions is interrupted when they are filed
before the court, when there is a written extrajudicial demand by the creditors,
(and) when there is any written acknowledgement of the debt by the debtor, OR
WHEN THEY ARE BROUGH BEOFRE THE PUNONG BARANGAY OR THE
LUPON NG TAGAPAMAYAPA UNDER THE PERTINENT PROVISIONS OF
THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE.

IF BROUGHT BEFORE THE PUNONG BARANGAY OR THE LUPON
NG TAGAPAMAYAPA, THE PRESCRIPTION OF ACTION IS SUSPENDED
ONLY FOR A PERIOD OF SIXTRY (60) DAYS TO BE RECKONED FROM THE
DATE OF SAID REFERRAL.

SECTION 2. This Act shall be without prejudice to the pertinent provisions
of the Revised Katarungang Pambarangay Law as provided for in Sections 399-
422, Chapter Vil, Title |, Book Ill of Republic Act No, 7160.

SECTION 3. Effectivity.—This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) daysafter its
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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Introduced by HONORABLE ZAJID G. MANGUDADATU

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The entire world was alarmed when fifty-eight (58) people, including thirty-two
(32) media men were massacred on the ill-fated day of November 23, 2009 in Southern
Maguindanao. About 100 armed men ambushed the convoy of vehicles on a lonely
stretch of highway and drove them to the top of a hill before killing them all. Several
women were raped before they were killed. The International Crisis Group described the
massacre as “one of the worst acts of political violence in modern Philippine history, and
the largest number of journalists slain on a single day ever, anywhere in the world.”

Our country and the entire human race are facing terrorism, and it should be
inculcated in everyone’s mind that the threat is real and apparent. What happened in
November 23, 2009 is a concrete example of how easily some people can perpetrate
horrendous crimes.

‘As such, the Author finds wisdom in the constant remembrance and
commemoration of the lost lives of the victims in the carnage. First, remembering the
Maguindanao Massacre otherwise known as Ampatuan Massacre will help us to be
always on guard that there are indeed threats to our security and peace. Second, it will
give justice to those innocent people who were brutally murdered. Third, it will help
instill in the minds of the Filipinos that such a tragic terroristic occurrence will never be
allowed and should not happen again.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
Reet
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE ZAJID G. MANGUDADATU

AN ACT DECLARING
NOVEMBER 23 OF EVERY YEAR AS A NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING
TO REMEMBER THE INNOCENT LIVES LOST IN THE 2009
MAGUINDANAO MASSACRE,

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

SECTION 1. November 23 of every year is hereby declared as a National Day of
Mourning.

SECTION 2. As a National Day of Mourning, the entire Philippines shall
dedicate November 23 of every year to remember the lives of all those who passed away
in the 2009 Maguindanao Massacre.

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

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

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

RECEIVED
3 AUG 2016 ~

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Republic of the Philippi

HOUSE OF REPRESENT}
Quezon City, Metro Manil

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

; HOUSE BILL No, #512-

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Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill provides for the construction of a circumferential road in Panaon
Island in Southern Leyte. The project connects the towns of Liloan and San Ricardo
that are poles apart. Also, the proposed road project is a vital access road to San
Ricardo port, a jump of point in Surigao City in Mindano,

Panaon Island is a small island in Southern Leyte. One of the major
attractions of the island is the Napantao Fish Sanctuary also known as Rio’s Wall, a
favorite of divers and marine biologists. Aside from this rich natural resource, the
island is also a rich source of copra. Realization of this project means lesser transport
expenses for the farmers as they transport their farm products.

ECA.

ROGER GAVIOLA MERCADO,

Request approval of this bill


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

‘House BILL No, 2517

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CIRCUMFERENTIAL
ROAD IN PANAON ISLAND IN THE PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE

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

SECTION I. A Circumferential road linking the towns of Liloan and San
Ricardo in the Island of Panaon, Province of Southern Leyte shall be constructed
under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. The amount of Thirty Million Pesos (30,000,000.00) is hereby
appropriated for the purpose to be charged to the appropriations of the Department of
Public Works and Highways under the current General Appropriations Act
Thereafter, such amounts as may be necessary for the repair and maintenance of the
road shall be included in the annual budget of the island.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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(oy 01 AUG 2016
é 5 DATE: .
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Republic of the Philippines 8Y =
HOUSE OF REPRESENTBTIVES

REEISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

Quezon City

‘Seventeenth Congre'
First Regular Session

H. NO. 2203

Introduced by Rep. AURELIO “DONG” D. GONZALES, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Sindalan-Anao Provincial Road, connecting the
town of Mexico and the City of San Fernando, in the Province of Pampanga, into a
national road which shall be under the supervision of the Department of Public
Works and Highways. This road is a vital artery that connects the different barangays
in the province and helps promote peace and order as well as economic growth in
the locality and surrounding areas.

The scarcity of funds in the provincial government has made it difficult to
adequately maintain this provincial road. Converting it into a national road will then
allow the National Government to undertake the much needed repair, rehabilitation
and upgrading of this vital infrastructure.

Considering the important role that roads play in development and progress,
the speedy passage of this measure is earnestly requested.



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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

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Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session
no. 2243

Introduced by Rep. AURELIO “DONG” D. GONZALES, JR.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE SINDALAN-ANAO PROVINCIAL ROAD CONNECTING THE
TOWN OF MEXICOTO THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO IN THE PROVINCE OF
PAMPANGA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR.

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

SECTION 1. The Sindalan-Anao Provincial Road which connects the town of
Mexico and the City of San Femando in the Province of Pampanga is hereby
converted into a National Road under the supervision of the Department of Public
Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. The amounts needed to cover the improvement, maintenance
and repair of the said road shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways
shall issue the necessary orders, rules, and circulars to implement this Act.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete
publication in a newspaper of general circulation

Approved,
RECEIVED
pare. 29 AUG 2016

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Republic of the Philippines ai
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE

PATION UNIT
X SERVICE

Quezon City, Metro Man

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

House BILL No.24U4

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Marie Torres-Gomez

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article II Section 13 of the 1987 Constitution provides that “The State recognizes the
vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral,
spiritual, intellectual and social well-being.”

Schools are entrusted with the most vital role of being the chief implement in imparting
to students, among others leaming the importance f sanitation and health care. In the same
breadth, the academic performance of students, including their acquisition of knowledge and
skills, are greatly affected by their health conditions.

With the student population rising every year, health and sanitation facilities like toilet
have grown inversely proportional and inadequate to the number of students. For instance, toilet
to pupil ratio (TPR) for public elementary schools in Metro Manila, which is a disturbing record
of 1:114, is away above the ratio of 1:75 prescribed under Republic Act No. 6541 or the National
Building Code of the Philippines, and is in stark contrast to the international TPR posted at 1:25
for girls and 1:30 for boys.

In cognizance of the government’s primordial duty as parens pattiae to prioritize the need
of our children, and make essential goods, health and other social services available to them, and
to somehow temper the widening TPR in public elementary schools, this bill seeks to provide for
the construction of at least one toilet for every five classrooms in all public elementary schools in
the Fourth District of Leyte.

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

LUCY MARIE TYRRES-GOMEZ


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

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session
2401
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Marie Torres-Gomez
I

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE TOILET FOR EVERY FIVE
CLASSROOM IN ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN THE FOURTH
DISTRICT OF LEYTE

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

SECTION 1. There shall be constructed under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways, one toilet for every five classrooms in all public elementary
schools in the Fourth District of Leyte.

SECTION 2. The amount needed for the implementation of this Act shall be charged to
the current appropriation of the Department of Public Works and Highways. Thereafter, such
sums as may be necessary for its operation and maintenance shall be included in the annual
General Appropriation Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after the publication in the
Official Gazette or in newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines ior
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 08 AUG 2016
Quezon City .

jee

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

26638

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Situated in the Second District of the Province of Davao del Norte is the Junction
Highway Tuganay, Carmen — Kinamayan, Sto. Tomas Road, which serves as a
thoroughfare for the transport of vital goods and services

It is sad to note, however, that the condition of this fifteen (15) kilometer stretch
of roadway, traversing the three (3) municipalities of Carmen, Braulio E. Dujali, and Sto.
Tomas, providing a direct link between the two (2) provinces of Davao del Norte and
Bukidnon, is badly maintained and requires immediate repair. There is need, therefore,
to ensure the maintenance and subsequent expansion of this vital infrastructure link in
order to propel socio-economic development in the said area

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

AANTIONIO R-
4 Representati
2" District, Davao d&l Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. £668

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE JUNCTION HIGHWAY TUGANAY, CARMEN —
KINAMAYAN, STO. TOMAS ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF DAVAO DEL NORTE INTO
A NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1.—The Junction Highway Tuganay, Carmen ~ Kinamayan, Sto. Tomas
Road located in the Province of Davao de! Norte is hereby converted into a national road

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

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

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines | DATE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS!
First Regular Session |

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House Bill No. 22°

Introduced by Representatives
GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
PROHIBITING THE DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AT SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT FACILITIES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is expressly stated in Article 11, Section 16 of the 1987 Constitution that “The
State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful
ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature’.

Electronic equipment contain heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and mercury,
‘as well as other hazardous components or additives. Disposing these metals from such
equipment via traditional methods can pose a significant threat to public health and the
environment. Requiring the recycle and reuse of this equipment will greatly reduce the
amount of hazardous materials being discarded in solid waste management facilities.

This bill seeks to prevent the proliferation of this waste stream and also force the
recycling of the reusable parts of electronic equipment.

| therefore enjoin my colleagues to support this bill and ensure its early passage
into law.

ORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO
Second District, Pampanga


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2064

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representatives
GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
PROHIBITING THE DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AT SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT FACILITIES

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

SECTION 1. Definition. — As used in this Act, “Electronic Equipment’ means a
desktop or laptop computer, computer monitor, portable computer, cathode ray tube, flat
panel based television, or cellular phones.

SECTION 2. Prohibitions. —

a.) No person shall knowingly dispose of any electronic equipment in mixed solid
waste.

b.) No Solid Waste Management Facility shall knowingly accept for disposal or
incineration any electronic equipment, or any truckload or container of solid
waste which includes electronic equipment.

SECTION 3. Penalties. - Any violation of Section 2(a) of this Act shall be
punished with a fine of Twenty Thousand Pesos (P20,000.00) and imprisonment of not
less than 1 month but not more than three (3) months. Any violation of Section 2(b) of
this Act shall be punished with a fine of Fifty Thousand Pesos (P50,000.00) and
revocation of the license of the Solid Waste Management Facility.



SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. — All laws decrees, order, rules and regulations
or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,

amended or modified accordingly.

SECTION 5. Effectivity 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
| recsror TATIVES
| RECEIVED
pare, 27 JUL 2016

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
Quezon City

2021

BY:

REGISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Hon. MARIA VALENTINA G. PLAZA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Roads, bridges and other public service infrastructures are of primary importance
highlighting government commitment to our people and serve as the leeway passage for our
daily endeavor, and consequently hasten the operation of all our undertaking for the end result of
common development and convenience.

This is the case of the NRJ Bayugan City-Marcelina-San Luis-Malaybalay Road. It
serves as main thoroughfare to transport the goods of farming communities surrounding the
barangays. While considered as vital infrastructure link, the road badly needs immediate repair.
‘Thus, converting it into a national road is seen as the only viable solution to guaranty necessary
funds for its maintenance and expansion so as to promote the socio-economic development in the

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area,

Hence, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

First District, Agusan del Sur


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
Quezon City

2021
HOUSE BILL NO,

Introduced by Hon. MARIA VALENTINA G. PLAZA.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE NRJ BAYUGAN CITY-MARCELINA-SAN LUIS-
MALAYBALAY ROAD, LOCATED IN THE FIRST DISTRICT OF AGUSAN DEL SUR INTO
NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE

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

SECTION 1. The NRJ Bayugan City- Marcelina-San Luis-Malaybalay Road, located in the First District
of Agusan del Sur, is hereby converted into a national road.

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ION 2, For funding purposes, the amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
current appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways. Thereafter, such
ry for the repair and maintenance of the said road shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

ION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) national
newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
“ HOUSE IF REPRESENTATIVES

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Republic of the Philippines 08 AUG 2016
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ATE:

Quezon City ee a

BY
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS — ph
First Regular Session re

2671

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks the establishment of a Branch Office of the Registry of Deeds in the
City of Panabo, Province of Davao del Norte.

‘The rapid population growth, the opening of both urban and agricultural subdivision
projects, the establishment of branches of different bank, the creation of loaning
‘companies and entry of big appliance stores which sell by installments, are but some of
the causes for the increase in registration transactions

Moreover, the implementation of the Agrarian Reform Program which is likewise
consummated by the issuance of an Emancipation Patent and Certificate of Land
Ownership Award aggravates the overloaded Registry of Deeds in the capital town of
Tagum City, Davao del Norte.

Thus, the creation of a branch office of the Registry of Deeds in Panabo City,
Davao de Norte is the practical solution to ease the overcrowding and heavy workload at
the main office in Tagum City to be able to render speedy and efficient public service to
the residents of Panabo City and the nearby towns

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

Hea
i ANTIONIO.R. FLOIRENDO/UR.

Representative
2° District, Davao dp’Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. e674

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN OFFICE OF THE REGISTRY OF DEEDS IN THE CITY
OF PANABO, DAVAO DEL NORTE 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 in the City of
Panabo, Davao del Norte under the supervision of the National Land Titles and Deeds
Registration Administration.

SECTION 2. ~ The Amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
charged to the appropriation of the Department of Justice under the current General
Appropriations Act; and thereafter, the sum as may be necessary for its operation and
maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESIENTATIVES:
RECEIVED
pare, 04 AUG 2016

TIME: Oi

Republic of the Philippines BY: i"

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ee
Quezon City RE NUNIT:

BULLS ANU INDEX SERVICE

SEVENTEENTH visual
First Regular Session

52
HOUSE BILL NO.__2992

Introduced by: HON ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Province of Bukidnon is presently served by three (3) district engineering office
of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

With the approval of Republic Act No. 10184 on 23 July 2012, creating fourth
legislative district, and considering the inadequacy of three engineering district serving
simultaneously four legislative districts, an additional engineering district in the province
is now needed.

The Fourth Legislative District of Bukidnon is composed of sixty-four (64) barangays
with a population of two hundred fifty six eight hundred sixty four thousand (256,864).
The creation of another district engineering office shall serve the City of Valencia and
the Municipalities of Pangantucan and Kalilangan.

Taking into consideration the aforementioned, the planning, design, construction,
work supervision, maintenance of the highways, bridges, infrastructures projects, and
other public works in the present legislative districts of the Province of Bukidnon, shall
be more effectively and expeditiously attended to by adding another engineering district,
office in the province, one assigned exclusively to each legislative district.

During the 16 Congress, this bill (HB 5872) was transmitted to the Senate
Committee on Public Works. This bill is therefore re-filed for the consideration of this

Congress.
wala ROQUE
Fourth District - Bukidnon



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _2992

Introduced by: HON ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

AN ACT CREATING A FOURTH DISTRICT ENGINEERING OFFICE IN THE FOURTH
LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT OF BUKIDNON AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. A Fourth District Engineering Office is hereby created in the Fourth
Legislative District of the Province of Bukidnon and shall be established in the City of
Valencia Province of Bukidnon.

SEC. 2. The District Engineering Office shall serve the City of Valencia and the
Municipalities of Pangantucan and Kalilangan, all located in the Fourth Legislative
District of the Province of Bukidnon.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the Department's
program the operationalization of the District Engineering Office for the Fourth
Legislative District of the Province of Bukidnon, the funding of which shall be included in
the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days afer its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRE
RECEIVED
pare: 02 AUG 2016

Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Queson City

BILLS aX» NULX SERVICE

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2371

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE JOSEPH STO. NINO B. BERNOS

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the road connecting the Municipality of Pilar in the province of
Abra and Burgos in the province of Ilocos Sur into a national road.

Its construction and completion will encourage economic development by providing
greater, faster and easier access to trade and commerce in Abra and llocos Sur. It will also benefit
the riding public who pass this provincial road.

The conversion of this provincial road into national one is imperative because the
Government has all the money and machinery to build and maintain this infrastructure in contrast
to the limited resources of the Abra Provincial Government.

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



Republic of the Philippines:
House of Representatives
@uepon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL NoZ3 44

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE JOSEPH STO. NINO B. BERNOS

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ROAD WHICH CONNECTS THE MUNICIPALITY OF PILAR IN
THE PROVINCE OF ABRA AND BURGOS IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOCOS SUR 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 road connecting the Municipality of Pilar in the province of Abra and
Burgos in the province of Ilocos Sur is hereby converted into a national road.

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

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

Approved,
HOUSE °F REPRESENTATIVES

RECEIVED
__ 09 AUG 2016

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE!
Quezon City, Metro Manila

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Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

27952

HOUSE BILL NO.

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Introduced by the Honorable Munir M. Arbison
EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish a Ten (10) ~ Bed capacity Community Emergency Hospital in
the Island Municipality of Pandami, Province of Sulu.

The province of Sulu is composed of over 157 islands and islets. The inhabitants of the
small island municipalities have the least amenities in life, particularly concerning health, The
nearest government-owned District Hospital is located in the town of Siasi while the Provincial
Hospital is in the capital town of Jolo. From Pandami, both hospitals are reachable by sea
watercrafts, Many of our constituents in Pandami suffer and die during emergency medical
cases, Sulu is classified as among the ten (10) poorest provinces of the Philippines.

In compliance with the mandate of the state to protect and promote the right to health
of the citizens, it is necessary to establish a community emergency hospital in the Municipality
of Pandami.

Approval of this bill is highly recommended.

MUNIR M. ARBISON


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

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2792

Introduced by the Honorable Munir M. Arbison

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TEN (10) - BED CAPACITY COMMUNITY
EMERGENCY HOSPITAL IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PANDAMI, RPOVINCE OF
SULU, TO BE KNOWN AS THE PANDAMI COMMUNITY EMERGENCY HOSPITAL,
AND APPROPRIAITNG FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the supervision of the
Department of Health, a ten (10)-bed capacity community emergency hospital in the
Municipality of Pandami, Province of Sulu, to be known as the Pandami Community
Emergency Hospital.

SECTION 2. The Department of Health, in consultation with and coordination
with the local government officials concerned, shall promulgate the rules and
regulations necessary for the effective implementation of this Act.

SECTION 3. The amount needed for the establishment of the hospital shall
be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following the enactment of
this Act into law; thereafter, funds essential for the maintenance and operation of the
hospital shall be provided with the provisions of the Local Government Code or the
applicable law at the time.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect upon approval.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE:

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2895
HOUSE BILLNO.

Introduced by HONORABLE LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the road network connecting Barangay San Ramon
and Barangay Poblacion, within the Municipality of Pamplona, Camarines Sur, into a
National Road.

Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines
Sur and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase
economic activity within the Second District primarily, and the entire Camarines Sur
and the Bicol Region as a whole.

The conversion of the said road network will facilitate faster and efficient
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opportunities, encourage
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social
living conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but in the arterial
secondary and tertiary roads that lead to it

The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national
roads as prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and
Highways have been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is eamestly
sought.

j HOUSEOF REPRESENTATIVES



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO,_ 2895

Introduced by HONORABLE LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ROAD NETWORK CONNECTING
BARANGAY SAN RAMON AND BARANGAY POBLACION IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF PAMPLONA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting Barangay San Ramon
and Barangay Poblacion in the Municipality of Pamplona, Province of
Camarines Sur, consisting of nine hundred and fifty one meters
(951.00m), more or less, is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and
Highways shall issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to
implement the provisions of this Act.

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

Approved,
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ROCEIVED
09 AUG 2016

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon C

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS.

First Regular Session ,
2770

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HON. AMADO T. ESPINO, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE
The intention of this bill is to provide better incentives and benefits to our Barangay
Health Workers (BHWs) in order to encourage them to give efficient delivery of basic health

services to our constituents,

Providing them with these financial help is nec

sary 10 minimize their leaving the
country and serve instead to our kababayans especially now that the health of our por
uicial in the development of our country.

ulation

The approval of this bill is then eamestly requested.



Republic of the Philippines
ROUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTE.

‘TH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

2770

HOUSE BILL NO.

by HON, AMADO T. ESPINO, JR.

AN ACT. 5
3 INCENTIVES AND BENEFITS TO BARANGAY
HEALTH WORKERS AND FOR OTHER PURPOS)

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

SECTION 1, Title of the Act - This Act shall be known as the "Barangay Health
Workers Benefits and Incentives Act of 2016."

“TION 2, Declaration of Policy, and Principles - It is hereby declared to be the
Policy of the State to protect and promote the right to health of the Filipino people and instill
health consciousness among them by giving each individual unimpaired access to health and
information services Towards this end, this Act shall provide incentives and benefits to
Barangay Health Workers, the front liners in the promotion, protection and maintenance of
health in the rural areas

SECTION 3. Incentives and Benefits - In recognition of their services, Barangay
Health Workers shall, in addition to other incentives and benefits granted under existing laws,
be entitled to the following

(a) Hazard allowance in an amount to be determined by the local health board of the
Local Government Unit (LGU) concerned;


(b) Subsistence allowance equivalent to the meals they take in the course of their duty,
which shall be computed in accordance with prevailing circumstances as
determined by the Local Government Unit concerned;

(c) Scholarship in the form of tuition fees in State Colleges or Universities to be
granted up to his/her third legitimate child,

(4) Pree legal representation and ¢7bns! tation services shall be immediately provided
for by the Public Attorney's Office in case of coercion, interference and | other
civil and criminal cases filed by or against Barangay Health workers arising out of
or in connection with the performance of their duties as such.

SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations ot
parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed repealed,
amended or modified accordingly.

SECTION 5, Separability Clause. - If any part, section or provision of this Act be held
invalid or unconstitutional, no other part, section or provision thereof shall be “affected
thereby

SECTION 6, Effectivity, « This Act shall take effect after its approval.

Approved,
Hee Si or xP ites:

Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECEIVED
Quezon City pave:_03 AUG 2016
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS Tn x

First Regular Session

_ By:
nouse BILL NO,_ 2409 fe

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Introduced by Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Mohamad eng SS X SERWICE

EXPLANATORY NO’

This bill seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Suso, Municipality of
Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte to be known as the Suso National High School.

Promoting the right to quality education at all levels is one of the major mandates of
the 1987 Constitution. Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides that:

“The State shall protect and promote the rights of all citizens to quality
education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education
accessible t0 all."

Situated in the outlying area of the Municipality of Kapatagan, the nearest high school
is approximately seven to eight kilometers away from Barangay Suso. The establishment of a
national high school within the barangay will help decongest other schools in nearby
barangays and more importantly, it will provide better access and opportunity for the students
in the area to secure high school education by reducing the distance, time and transportation
expenses for our constituents.

Consistent with the aforementioned Constitutional provision and in view of the ever-
increasing need for a complete, adequate and integrated system of education, it is imperative
to establish and maintain effective school facilities which will give the youth in the locality
an opportunity to an improved life through meaningful and accessible education.

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

—

ABDULLAH D. DIMAPORO MOHAMAD LID QDIMAPORO
Second District, Lanao del Norte First District, Lanao del Norte


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 2409

Introduced By : Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Mohamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGHSCHOOL IN BARANGAY SUSO,
MUNICIPALITY OF KAPATAGAN, PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL NORTE, TO BE
KNOWN AS THE SUSO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION I. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of
Education, a national high school in Barangay Suso, Municipality of Kapatagan, Province of
Lanao del Norte to be known as Suso National High School.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department’s program the operationalization of the Suso National High School, the funding

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

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act.

SECTION 4. 1

Act shall take effect fifteet

(15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Hest o ENTATIVES |
RECEIVED

DATE: AUG 2016

Dine: G :
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Republic of the Philippines
House OF REPRESENTATIVE}
Quezon City, Metro Manila
ORSSTRATION UNIT
BES aN ing

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2293

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Despite recent legislation granting discounts to senior citizens,
we still see them precarious plight of our senior citizen. Granting them
an exemption in the payment of income taxation can significantly help
them improve their personal resources which often end up paying for
their medicines and various therapy they surely need.

We however recognize the potentials of senior citizens to go
into some business endeavors. For this purpose, the exemption on
income taxation for senior citizens will not apply to seniors that are
into business.

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

we

ROGER G. MERCADO


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

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL no 2293 _

Introduced by Representative Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT EXEMPTING SENIOR CITIZENS FROM INCOME TAXATION EXCEPT FOR
SENIORS WHO ARE INTO BUSINESS

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

SECTION 1. Exemption. Seniors citizens as defined by law is hereby exempted
from paying income tax as define under the National Internal Revenue Code. This

exemption shall not be applicable to senior citizens who are into business.

SECTION 2. 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,
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RECEINI
pare 3 AUG 2016

Republic of the Philippines pres __ eq
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BY. ~
Quezon City, Metro Manila —_

PEEP ATOM UNET

NUN x Srevice

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular

24u2

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Marie Torres-Gomez

EXPLANATORY NOTE,

This bill seek to provide for the construction of an additional building for the Ormoe
City Jail in Barangay Alta Vista, Ormoe, Leyte

The Ormoc City Jail is just enough to accommodate seventy nine (79) inmates.
Presently, however, it accommodates two hundred twenty (220) inmates. The crowding causes

discomfort for the inmates and makes them prone to the spread of communicable diseases such
as tuberculosis and skin diseases. At worst, the congestion may lead to jailbreak as the

overpopulation is likely to cause friction among inmates,

The construction of a new building will not only allow the separate accommodation of
male and female inmates but will also certainly alleviate their deplorable condition.

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



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

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

9499
HOUSE BILL No._2492

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Marie Torres-Gomez

AN ACT.
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ADDITIONAL BUILDING FOR
THE ORMOC CITY JAIL IN BARANGAY ALTA VISTA, ORMOC CITY, LEYTE AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be constructed, under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways, an additional building for the Ormoc City Jail in Barangay Alta
Vista. Ormoe City. Leyte.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the effective implementation of this Act shall be
charged to the appropriation for the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology of the Department
of Justice. Thereafter, such sum as may be necessary for the repair and maintenance of the
building shall be included in the annual General Appropriation Act.

SEC. 3. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPY RESENTATIVES |

RECEIVED
10 AUG 2016

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRES:
First Regular Session

28040

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This instant proposed measure seeks to institutionalize the “Shake Drill” that makes the
people prepared for strong earthquakes. The concept is to closely simulate the occurrence
of a big earthquake and get everyone mentally alert and instinctively aware of what he
should do during an actual seismic episode.

“The tremendous reach the exercise generated, the observance of command protocols, and
the creative earthquake scenarios performed are hopefully translated into actions that would
pave the way for a more prepared and resilient society in facing an earthquake of this
magnitude,” MMDA Chair Carlos was quoted as saying.

Phivolcs released the Valley Fault System Atlas containing detailed maps of the areas near
the earthquake faults — the East Valley Fault, which runs through Rizal and the West Valley
Fault from Bulacan to Rizal, Metro Manila, Cavite and Laguna. The agency said a strong
movement, or the equivalent of a magnitude 7.2 quake, from the fault was possible and
could kill more than 30,000 people and destroy 170,000 houses based on its studies.

The atlas also showed that 72 barangays in the cities of Pasig, Quezon , Marikina, Makati,
Taguig and Muntinlupa are sitting on the fault ine.

Joshua Emerson, an 8” grader who took part in the recent “Shake Drill’ was quoted as
saying, “It helps us to be ready for a real earthquake, so we're ready and alert. We always
duck, cover and hold.”

life-saving routines that are worth the effort, time and attention.

Hence, the immediate passage of this bill is imperatively sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2804

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
INSTITUTIONALIZING EARTHQUAKE DRILLS IN ALL WORKPLACES AND SCHOOLS
THEREBY MAKING THEM AN ANNUAL OBSERVATION 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 “Earthquake Preparedness Act of 2016.”

SEC. 2. There is hereby established an annual observation of Earthquake Drills in all
workplaces and schools nationwide in order to minimize risk to life and limb and property
when an actual earthquake strikes.

SEC. 3. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
in coordination with local government units, shall issue appropriate rules, regulations, and
guidelines to effectively carry out the intent of this Act.

SEC. 4 This Act shall take effect after its approval and publication in the Official
Gazette.

Approved,