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Republic of the Philippines { 99-UL 2013
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES \ 105 90: Agy
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

O09:
HOUSE BILL NO. 1228

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO B. DALOG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The labor market needs so many trained skilled workers as
substantiated by various advertisements in the different newspapers and job
placement agencies. However, numerous students opt to go to academic high
schools because there are no established techno-vocational high schools to
cater to their instructional interest and need.

One of the major causes of unemployment is not only the lack of
education but also the mismatch of workers’ qualifications from the need of
the labor market. And with the establishment of many industries, the demand
for skilled and trained workers is relatively high.

The establishment of the Saliok National High School in Barangay
Saliok, Municipality of Natonin, Mountain Province into a Technical-Vocational
and Skills Training High School would partly address the need for trained
techno-vocational individuals to play an active role in the techno-vocational
field,

There is no other techno —vocational high school in this municipality,
hence the need to convert an existing national high school into a Technical —
Vocational and Skills Training High School. Furthermore, this will support RA.
10533 otherwise known as “Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.

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

sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. _1228

AN ACT CONVERTING THE SALIOK NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN
BARANGAY SALIOK, MUNICIPALITY OF NATONIN, MOUNTAIN
PROVINCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE SALIOK TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL.
AND SKILLS TRAINING HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS,
THEREFOR.

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

Section 1. Conversion into a National Technical — Vocational and
Skills Training High School. The Saliok National High School in Barangay
Saliok, Municipality of Natonin, Mountain Province is hereby converted into a
National Technical-Vocational and Skills Training High School.

Sec. 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All the present assets,
liabilities, and records of the Saliok National High School are hereby
transferred to and absorbed by the Saliok National Technical-Vocational and
Skills Training High Schoo!.

Sec. 3. Appropriation. The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department Program, the operationalization of the
Saliok National Technical-Vocational and Skills Training High School, the
funding of which shall be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

Sec. 4. Implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue rules
and regulations that maybe necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act .

Sec. 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
DRGWAL

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HB No,__1270

Introduced by HONORABLE ANTONIO F. LAGDAMEO, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The proposed bill seeks to convert the circumferential road situated in the Island
Garden City of Samal, Province of Davao del Norte and providing funds therefor.

Consisting of 118 km, the said circumferential road network traverses 26
baranggays comprising the then municipalities of Babak, Samal and Kaputian which
were merged and consolidated into a component city by virtue of Republic Act 8471 in
March 7, 1998. The road which starts off from Baranggay Pichon, Babak District up to
Baranggay Aundanao, Samal District is a city road which leads all the way to Kaputian
Poblacion, then connects to the Samal-Babak-Kaputian National Road and finally ends
up in Baranggay Caliclic, Babak District anew. Most portions of the 118 km. road are
existing, graveled roads while some are for opening and construction.

Less than a kilometer away from the bustling city of Davao, the Island Garden
City of Samal is known the world over as a tourist haven. The Office of the President
through the Department of Tourism has chosen Samal Island as part of its flagship
tourism project. Republic Act 7916, which provides the legal framework for the
establishment of special economic zones throughout the country, has also designated
Samal Island among such designated zones.

The proposed conversion would ensure the maintenance and subsequent
improvement and expansion of this vital infrastructure in order to propel socio-economic
development in the city of Samal.

Its conversion intg a national road would also complement the Strong Republic
National Highway initiated by the President to link the large, medium and small islands
of the Philippine archipelago with the end in view of providing faster and easier access
to tourism attractions.

The accessibility of the Island Garden City of Samal as a tourist destination
would certainly boost the tourism industry and earn more foreign exchange for the
island and the country as a whole.

In view of the foregoing considerations, approval of the bill is earnestly

requested,
ANTONIO F. Sh IR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

H.BNo. 1270

Introduced by HONORABLE ANTONIO F,. LAGDAMEO, JR.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CIRCUMFERENTIAL ROAD OF THE ISLAND GARDEN
CITY OF SAMAL 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 circumferential road of the Island Garden City of Samal in the
Province of Davao del 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

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS €

First Regular Session

House Bill No,__ 1169

Introduced by Honorable JOSEPHINE “Jaye” VERONIQUE R. LACSON - NOEL

EXPLANATORY NOTE
Section 16, Article III of our Constitution gives each person the right to a speedy
trial, It provides that: “All persons shall have the right to a speedy disposition of their

cases before all judicial, quasi-judicial, or administrative bodies.”

The Judiciary Reorganiz

ition Act of 1980 (Batas Pambansa Bilang 129) allotted

the corresponding number of courts per judicial region based on the exigenei

xisting at

that time.

‘Twenty seven years have passed since the effectivity of Batas Pambansa Bilang
129, Because of the increase in our population and the inerease in the volume of cases
filed, our court dockets have been clogged and this has resulted in the delay in the

resolution of cases.

In order to improve the disposition and administration of justice and to ensure the

right to a speedy trial, the number of courts must necessarily be increased.

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

recommended.

JOSEPHINE VEROMIQUE LACSON - NOEL


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No,_1169

Introduced by Honorable JOSEPHINE “Jaye” VERONIQUE R. LACSON - NOEL.

AN ACT
CREATING THREE (3) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF THE METROPOLITAN
TRIAL COURT IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL JUDICIAL REGION, TO BE
STATIONED IN MALABON CITY, METRO MANILA, AMENDING FOR THE
PURPOSE SECTION 14(D) AND SECTION 27 OF BATAS PAMBANSA BLG.
129, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE JUDICIARY REORGANIZATION ACT OF
1980, AS AMENDED, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Congress assembled:

TION 1. Three (3) additional Metropolitan Trial Court branches for Malabon

City, with seats thereat, are hereby created in the National Capital Judicial Region.

SECTION 2. The Supreme Court shall assign the respective branch numbers for

the newly created branches.

SECTION 3. ‘The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the
Secretary of the Department of Justice, shall immediately include in the Court’s program
the implementation of this Act. The funding therefor shall likewise be included in the

annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 4. Sections 14 (d) and 27 of Batas Pambansa Bilang 129, otherwise
known as “The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980,” as amended, as well as other
provisions that may be inconsistent herewith, are hereby deemed repealed, modified

and/or further amended.

SECTION 5. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect within fifteen (15)

days after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general publication

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

nouse BLL No,_1942

Introduced by HONORABLE BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘This seeks to rename Bantayan National High School in the Municipality of Bantayan,
Province of Cebu to Remedios Abello Escario National High School.

‘The Sangguniang Bayan of the Municipality of Bantayan during its regular session last
February 7, 2012 en masse approved Resolution No. 32, Series of 2012 which seeks to change
the name of Bantayan National High School to Remedios Abello Escario National High School

In affirmation to the deep sense of appreciation and respect to the late Remedios Abello
Escario who is known as “Man Mediong” to the locality who has been a great leader to the
people of Bantayan, a doting mother to all the Bantayanons, a first lady and a public servant of
the Municipality of Bantayan, the Sangguniang Bayan of Bantayan considered it as most
appropriate and fitting tribute to Remedios Abello Escario by naming the first and biggest public
High School in Bantayan in her memory.

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

BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1942

Introduced by HONORABLE BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON

AN ACT
RENAMING BANTAYAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BANTAYAN, PROVINCE OF CEBU
TO REMEDIOS ABELLO ESCARIO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

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

Section 1, Renaming of National High School. The name of Bantayan National High
School in the Municipality of Bantayan, Province of Cebu is hereby changed to Remedios
Abello Escario Natioanl High School.

Section 2. Effectivity. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the official gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

a5
House eit not O52

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The purpose of education is to provide an individual with knowledge, skills, competence
and desirable qualities of behavior to render him fit for the duties of life.

Education is imperative that it now has been enshrined in the Constitution mandating
the State not only to make education accessible to all but to uphold the right of all citizens to
quality education. In pursuance of this explicit constitutional mandate, Congress passed
Republic Act No. 6655 otherwise known as the Free Secondary Education Act.

The bill seeks to convert the San Ramon Provincial High School in barangay San Ramon,
Tinambac, Camarines Sur into a national High School to be known as the San Ramon National
High School with the desire of promoting quality education as envisioned by the Constitution.
The Municipality of Goa does not have sufficient funds to support the needs of the school and
its increasing number of students, hence, the school and its students are currently suffering
from lack of facilities, materials and qualified faculty that are fundamental in promoting quality
education. There is an urgent need, therefore, to pass the burden to the national government if
only to pursue the constitutional mandate of promoting the right of citizens to quality
education.

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

FELIX WIYLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILLNO. 1052

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA.

‘AN ACT

CONVERTING THE SAN RAMON PROVINCIAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY SAN RAMON,
MUNICIPALITY OF TINAMBAC, PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS SAN RAMON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Conversion into a National High School. The San Ramon Provincial High School in
Barangay San Ramon, Municipality of Tinambac, Province of Camarines Sur is hereby converted
into a national high school to be known as San Ramon National High School

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the
san Ramon Provincial High School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the San Ramon
National High School

SECTION 3, Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the San Ramon National High School, the

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

SECTION 4. Implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and regulations that
may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SECTION 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette.

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1718

House Bill No.

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Local Roads are pivotal in the development of a province. They play an
indispensable role in the transport of persons, goods and services not only within its
center but also to its adjoining areas. Major growth in tourism and commerce is
highly attributed to good road conditions. Also, they help facilitate travel which is
equally important in communication.

The Junction Bato — Batalay - Bote - Carorian road in the province of
Catanduanes is a local road that continues to serve its purpose in the socio-
economic development of the province. This access road leads to the Holy Cross of
Batalay which has been declared as a National Shrine. It is necessary to convert this
into a national road because it is visited by thousands of devotees annually. It is also
a major tourist spot. However, due to inadequate funds, the provincial government is,
unable to allocate for its upgrading, rehabilitation and maintenance.

The need to convert this local road into a national road to ensure its
unhampered accessibility for the betterment of the province of Catanduanes as
envisioned in this bill is earnestly sought.

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CESAR V. SARMIENTO


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1718

House Bill No.

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO

AN ACT CONVERTING THE JUNCTION BATO-BATALAY-BOTE-CARORIAN
PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF CATANDUANES 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 Junction Bato-Batalay-Bote-Carorian 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 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in

a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no.1282

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 15 of Article II of the 1987 Constitution embraces, as a matter of state policy,
the goal "to protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health
consciousness among them.”

A construction of a modern Super Health Center and Lying-in Maternity Clinic in
Barangay Santa Monica, District of Novaliches, Quezon City is a way to efficiently and
effectively deliver health services to its constituency.

In the case where this super health center will materialize, the people from
Novaliches and its surrounding areas, especially the less fortunate, will be able to access
decent health services provided for by the government. Community health centers have
recognized roles in bridging the gap in the health care system of the country. Such roles
should remain a priority of the State.

This bill is an effort first exerted by the Honorable Winston Castelo of the Second
District of Quezon City.

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

AJAREDO D. VARGAS III


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1282

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas III

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

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

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

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

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

SEC. 4, - Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect after its publication in the Official
Gazatte and at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1183

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 235, Chapter V, Title Il of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known
as the Local Government Code of 1991, provides for the establishment of the
Special Education Fund (SEF) from the proceeds of an additional one percent
(1%) tax on the assessed value of real property that a province or city, or a
municipality within Metro Manila Area, may levy and collect.

According to the same law, the proceeds accruing to the SEF shall be
released automatically to the local school boards but must be utilized solely for
the operation and maintenance of public schools; construction and repair of
school buildings, facilities and equipment; educational research; purchase of
books and periodicals; and sports development in amounts to be determined by
the local school boards themselves.

However, the above mentioned purposes and applications failed to
respond suitably and completely to the urgent needs of our public educational
system. Hence, it is a must to amend the Local Government Code on the matter.
To guarantee the quality of education the government offers, the purpose of the
Special Education Fund under RA 7160 must be expanded.

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

MARCELINO R. TEODORO
Representative, 1" District
City of Marikina


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo,__ 1183

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO

AN ACT
EXPANDING THE PURPOSES AND APPLICATION OF THE SPECIAL.
EDUCATION FUND (SEF) AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 272 OF
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL
GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991 AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1, Section 272 of Republic Act. No. 7160 is hereby amended to
read as follows:

"The proceeds from the additional one percent (1%) tax on real property
accruing to the Special Education Fund (SEF) shall be automatically released to
the local school boards: Provided, That in case of provinces, the proceeds shall
be divided equally between the provincial and municipal school boards: Provided
however, That the proceeds shall be allocated for the operation and maintenance
of public schools, construction and repair of school buildings, facilities and
equipment, ACQUISITION OF SCHOOL SITES, educational research, purchase
of books and periodicals, and sports development as determined and approved
by the local school board."

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause — All laws, decrees, executive orders or
parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,
amended or modified accordingly.

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

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.__ 1.150

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the State's responsibility to make quality health services accessible to
the general populace. This entails ensuring the affordability of goods necessary
for the maintenance of health and as remedies for illnesses, as well as providing
inexpensive (if not totally free) yet quality health care to the people, especially
those who have less in life.

Barangay health workers play a vital role in these endeavors. Since the
barangay is the State's arm for grassroots governance, its health workers are
more attuned to the concerns of the community.

Given their responsibility that is not without risks to their own well being,
these individuals have to be rewarded with remuneration commensurate to the
aforementioned. This would serve as impetus for their continued selfless service
as well. For this reason, this bill seeks to amend pertinent provisions of the
“Barangay Health Workers’ Benefits and Incentives Act of 1995" to provide for
the minimum monthly hazard compensation for health workers

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

Meshes “Tepe
MARCELINO R. TEODORO

Representative, 1° District
City of Marikina


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo.__1190

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEQDORO

AN ACT
PROVIDING THE MINIMUM MONTHLY HAZARD ALLOWANCE OF
ACCREDITED BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS, AMENDING FOR THIS.
PURPOSE THE BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS’ BENEFITS AND.
INCENTIVES ACT OF 1995.”

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

SECTION 1. Par. a, Sec. 6 of Republic Act No. 7883 known as the
“Barangay Health Workers’ Benefits and Incentives Act of 1995” is hereby read
as follows:

“SEC. 6 Incentives and Benefits. x x x

a) Hazard Allowance — Volunteer barangay health workers in rural and
urban areas, exposed to situations, conditions, or factors in the work
environment or place where foreseeable but unavoidable danger or
risks exist which adversely endanger his health or life and/or increase
the risk in producing adverse effect on his person in the exercise of his
duties, to be validated by the proper authorities, shall be entitled to
hazard allowance in the amount to be determined by the local health
board and the local peace and order council of the local government
unit concerned: PROVIDED, THAT, THE HAZARD ALLOWANCE
SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN THREE THOUSAND PESOS
(P3,000.00)"

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect after 15 days following its
publication in the Official Gazette or at least two (2) national newspaper of
general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16™) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.. 1772

Introduced by Hon, Joseph Gilbert F. Violago

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to create two (2) additional Regional Trial Court Branches, each to be
stationed in the Science City of Munoz and Municipality of Rizal, both in the Province of Nueva
Ecija,

The increasing number of cases filed in the existing courts of the Province of Nueva Ecija
hinders the speedy disposition of cases and heavily burdens the personnel assigned to the said
courts. Any delay in the service of judgment or procedure is prejudicial to parties involved in
different legal issues.

This legislation intends to remedy the overflowing case dockets of the courts in the area
and respond to the need for faster disposition of cases and more efficient delivery of justice.

Immediate approval of this bill is sought.

CASA
HON. JOSEPH F. VIOLAGO.

Representative
2X0 District, Nueva Ecija


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16™) CONGRESS.
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1772

Introduced by Hon. Joseph Gilbert F. Violago

AN ACT

CREATING TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL COURT IN
THE THIRD JUDICIAL REGION TO BE STATIONED IN THE SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ
AND IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF RIZAL, PROVINCE OF NUEVA ECIJA, FURTHER
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 14, PARAGRAPH (C) AND SECTION 29 OF
BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 129, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “JUDICIARY
REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1980", AS AMENDED, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Two (2) additional Regional Trial Court branches are hereby created in the
Third Judicial Region to be stationed in the Province of Nueva Ecija, with seats at:

REGIONAL TRIAL CouRT ADDITIONAL BRANCHES
Science City of Munoz 1
Municipality of Rizal 1

The Supreme Court shall assign the respective branch numbers of the newly-created
branches of the Regional Trial Court in the Third Judicial Region.

SEC. 2. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the Secretary of the
Department of Justice, shall immediately include in the Court’s program the implementation of
this Act. The funding therefor shall likewise be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.

SEC. 3. Section 14(¢) and Section 29 of Batas Pambansa Bld. 129, otherwise known as “The
Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980’, as amended, and all other laws, rules and regulations
which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby amended, repealed or modified accordingly.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTTAIVES.
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1937

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representatives
DIOSDADO MACAPAGAL ARROYO and GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CARANAN - MACAD - TINALMUD ROAD
WHICH IS AN EXTENSION OF THE DANAO - PASACAO
NATIONAL ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PASACAO,
PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL
SECONDARY ROAD

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Caranan - Macad - Tinalmud Road which traverses through the
Municipality of Pasacao in the province of Camarines Sur is in need of immediate
repair and rehabilitation. Unfortunately, the provincial government of Camarines
Sur is presently unable to finance and undertake the necessary works required to
restore the said road network due to other equally pressing and urgent concerns.

Due to its importance in commerce and trade not only in the province of
Camarines Sur but throughout the Bicol region as well, the maintenance and
improvement of the Caranan - Macad - Tinalmud Road should be properly
regarded as a national government concern. Accordingly, the Bill endeavors to
convert the said road network into a national secondary road and in the process
hold the national government responsible for the road’s repair and rehabilitation

In view of the foregoing, we urge our colleagues to work with us for the
immediate passage of this Bill.

)
DIOSDADO LA \GAL ARROYO vromencxeron ARROYO.

Second District, Camarines Sur Second District, Pampanga


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTTAIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 19 37

Introduced by Representatives
DIOSDADO MACAPAGAL ARROYO and GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CARANAN - MACAD - TINALMUD ROAD
WHICH IS AN EXTENSION OF THE DANAO - PASACAO
NATIONAL ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PASACAO,
PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL
SECONDARY ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Caranan - Macad - Tinalmud Road which is an extension
‘of Danao - Pasacao national road in the Municipality of Pasacao, province of
Camarines Sur is hereby converted into a national secondary 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 fifteen (15) days after its publication in
a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines Re CELY
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 09 wt 2013. ©

‘Quezon City
45-00 fH,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS 2 Kes
First Regular Session .
House BILL No._ 1276 Sg newt

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Service provision on the one end and health financing on the other are probably
the two important ingredients to this proposed measure of mandating, as far as
practicable, a universal health care as an entitlement to every Filipino who is at least
eighteen years old and above.

‘The Philippines has sufficient number of government-owned or government-run
hospitals throughout the archipelago although most of these are located in the urban
centers largely.

Both PAGCOR and PCSO are state-run corporations that generate so much
proceeds for government to the tune of billions of pesos year In and year out.

‘A health care agenda such as a universal health care system as this bill
envisions is as much @ menu for development in the true sense of the word.

This bill finds the need for government to focus its resources and welfare
programs to a segment of the Philippine population that are considered a rich resource
‘or human capital.

For the State to better harness their future role in societ
least 18 years of age and above shall enjoy the entitlement Tsai health care
from funds intended for charity by profit-generating fublic establishments such as
PAGCOR and PCSO.

The immediate passage of this bill is most solg

CASTELO


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 127 6

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
PROVIDING MANDATORY UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE TO EVERY FILIPINO
CITIZEN WHO IS EIGHTEEN YEARS OLD AND ABOVE FUNDED FROM EARNINGS
OF PAGCOR AND PCSO

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

SECTION 1. It is hereby provided for every Filipino citizen who Is eighteen
years old and above a mandatory universal health care,

SEC. 2. Funds shall be sourced from the earnings of the Philippine
Amusement and Gaming Corporation and the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes:
Office that shall likewise issue the appropriate rules and regulations to effectively
implement the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 3. All issuances, laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or
parts thereof not consistent with this Act are hereby tepealed or modified
accordingly.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
‘HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HousE BILL No. 1.024

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Treitas

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert GENERAL LUNA TO LEDESMA ROAD (JALANDONI
STREET) in lloilo City, presently classified as a local city road, into a national road. It was
originally filed as House Bill 5350 in the 15" Congress, It was passed on third reading by the
House of Representatives and was approved by the Senate Committee on Public Works in the
previous Congress. However, the Senate was not able to schedule the bill for 2" reading prior to
the closure of the 15" Congress.

GENERAL LUNA TO LEDESMA ROAD (JALANDONI STREET) spans a total
length of 871.20 meters, with a width of 16 meters. It is located at the City Proper District of
Iloilo City. The road connects to two main roads: General Luna Street and Delgado Street, which
leads towards two Iloilo City universities, SM Delgado, offices of government agencies and the
main business district of the City Proper.

‘As a major artery in the City of Iloilo, the road is of significant importance to the
residents of the Hoilo City. Its rehabilitation and maintenance is necessary in order to maintain
the vibrant economy of the city and fluid flow of traffic inthe City District Propez7

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In view of the foregoing, | highly recommend the approval of thi\bilf.

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JE) 'P. TRENAS


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO,__ 1.021

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT CONVERTING GENERAL LUNA TO LEDESMA ROAD (JALANDONI STREET)
IN CITY PROPER DISTRICT, ILOILO CITY INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND
APPRORIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. General Luna to Ledesma Road (Jalandoni Street) in City Proper District,
Iloilo City is hereby converted into a national road under the supervision of the Department of

Public Works and Highways.

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

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No,_ 1738

Introduced by Honorable Damian G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Barangay Poblacion in Libagon, Southern Leyte does not have a
public high school even up to the present. The absence of an educational
institution has limited the educational and technical knowhow of its
residents and has become a drag in its development.

The creation of technical vocational school in the aforesaid
barangay could hopefully improve the educational and technical
capabilities of its residents which in the long term could also improve
their economy.

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



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Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1738

Introduced by Honorable Damian G. Mercado

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE LIBAGON TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY POBLACION, LIBAGON,
SOUTHERN LEYTE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established a technical vocational high
school in Barangay Poblacion, Municipality of Libagon , Province of

Southern Leyte.

SECTION 2. The Department of Education is hereby mandated to
supervise and provide the necessary administrative requirements and

prepare the rules and regulation for the implementation of this Act.


SECTION 3. The establishment and operation of the institution
created under this Act shall be funded by a regular appropriation to be
included annually in the budget of the Department of Education.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least (2) national newspapers

of general circulation.

Approved,
25 JUL 2013

(ss aaa

Republic of the Philippines \e i Repo,
House of Representatives KX j

Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

House BillNo__ 1873

Introduced by HON. ARNULFO F,. GO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Municipality of Kalamansig is situated on the western portion of the
Province of Sultan Kudarat along the coastal waters of Celebes Sea. The province is
endowed with a total of 566 hectares of brackish water fishpond , majority thereof
lies in the municipality of Kalamansig. People in this area primarily bask on
fishing as a source of livelihood, However, traditional fishing and fish production
techniques which had been handed down through intergeneration are rather crude
and unscientific, hence, their investment in capital and effort had never been
rewarded commensurately.

Since one of the main thrusts of this new representation is self-sufficiency
in food production, the proposed bill seeks to establish a fishing nursery in the
municipality of Kalamansig in order to enhance the attainment of this objective. The
coastal waters of Kalamansig is very suitable for the establishment of such a
nursery intended for prawn , crab production and culture of other marine products.
With the establishment of a fishing nursery, the fisherfolks will be assisted in the
minutiae of the scientific methods of fish culture, This will not only increase food
production for the district but also provide a more profitable and sustainable
livelihood for the people of Kalamansig.

HON. Al LXO F. GO


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

1873

House Bill No

Introduced by HON. ARNULFO F. GO

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PRAWN , CRAB AND INLAND FISHING
NURSERY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF KALAMANSIG, SULTAN KUDARAT
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Be_it enacted by the House of Representatives in session assembled:

Section 1, There shall be established under the supervision of the Director of the
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources a Prawn, Crab and Inland Fishing
Nursery in the Municipality of Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat.

Section 2. The amount necessary for the establishment of said prawn, crab and
inland fishing nursery shall be funded out of the appropriations of the Department
of Agriculture.

Thereafter, the sum necessary for its operation and maintenance shall be
included inthe Annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
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(x RECEIVED *
fe pavO. JUL 2013

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. __1296

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Torres-Gomez

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is of vital importance that pregnant women take good care of
themselves to ensure their good health and that of their babies. Pregnant
women should always seek proper medical service before, during and after
delivery.

Local health records show that mortality among mothers and infants are
much higher among mothers who did not undergo any pre-natal care or did not
seek medical assistance at time of delivery. Undetected illnesses of mothers
during pregnancy pose certain risk of complications that can lead to potentially
serious consequences for both the mother and the baby. These incidents usually
happen to rural and urban poor families.

The establishment of birthing center in every barangay nationwide will
address the medical needs of our pregnant women especially those whose
family income is within poverty line.

Hence, approval of this bill is earnestly recommended.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

9G
HOUSE BILLNo,_ 1256

Introduced by Honorable Lucy Torres-Gomez
AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF BIRTHING CENTER
IN EVERY BARANGAY NATIONWIDE AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. A birthing center is hereby established in every barangay
nationwide under the supervision of the Department of Health. Birthing centers
shall provide free medical services and assistance to pregnant women.

SEC. 2. The Center shall have the following personnel:

a. One (1) physician who is a bonafide member of the medical
profession; and

b. Two (2) midwives who shall have rendered at least two (2) years of
excellent performance appraisal for their service in any government hospital or

private health institution.


SEC. 3 The amount necessary for the initial implementation of this Act
shall be charged to the appropriations of the Department of Health. Thereafter,
such sum as may be necessary for the continued operation and maintenance of
the birthing centers shall be included in the annual budget of the respective city
or municipality where the birthing centers are located,

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16%) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1335

House Bill No.

Introduced by ERIC L. OLIVAREZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Our public school teachers are the unsung heroes of our society.
They are tasked not only to mold the values of our youth, but also
compelled by law to dabble in as members of the Board of Election
Inspectors during elections. They’ are the most exploited employees of the
public sector and yet they are unrecognized, ignored and worst neglected
by our government.

Public school teachers are lowly paid compared to their
counterparts in other countries and could not even afford to defray their
daily needs. They are, sometimes, forced to augment their income by
other means unrelated to their profession such as selling various goods
and merchandize to fellow teachers and worst, to their pupils and
students. Compounded to their woes are the soaring prices of basic
commodities brought about by economic factors such as the unabated
increase of fuel and other petroleum products which greatly diminished
the purchasing power of their salaries. Hence, it is high time to increase
or adjust the meager salaries of public school teachers to enable them
cope with their daily needs and basic household expenses.

It is the intention of this bill to immediately rectify and remedy the
current plight of our public school teachers and to uplift their welfare and
living conditions.

Viewed from the foregoing premises, the approval of this bill is
forthrightly recommended.

tel. op

ERIC L. OLIVAREZ
Representative

1*District, Paranaque City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16!) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1335

Introduced by ERIC L. OLIVAREZ

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR AN ACROSS THE BOARD INCREASE OF
FIVE THOUSAND PESOS (P5,000.00) TO THE BASIC SALARY
OF ALL ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY PUBLIC SCHOOL
TEACHERS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

Section 1. All public elementary and high school teachers
shall, regardless of their length of service, be entitled to an
across the board increase of Five Thousand Pesos (P5,000.00)
to their basic monthly salary.

Section 2. The funds for the said increase shall be
incorporated by the Department of Education (Deped) in its
budget for each fiscal year.

Section 3. The Department of Budget and Management
(DBM) and the Department of Education shall promulgate the
implementing rules and regulations for the effective and
immediate implementation of this Act.

Section 4. All laws, decrees, executive orders, letters of
instructions, rules and regulations or parts thereof, which are
inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, amended or
modified accordingly.

Section 5. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days
following its publication in two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

APPROVED.
Republic of the Philippines.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1756

Introduced by Hon. Joseph F. Violago

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the San Jose City - Llanera - Rizal Provincial Road
in the Province of Nueva Ecija via Palestina, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija into a
national road and appropriate funds therefore.

Currently, the said provincial road will slowly regress without rightful funding.
Hence, there is a requirement to provide funds for the purpose of continuously
maintaining the road at its prime conditions for the general welfare of commuters
regularly using the route.

The conversion of said provincial road into a national road will greatly
contribute to the fast economic growth and development not only of San Jose City
and the municipalities of Rizal and Llanera, but also the neighboring towns under
the 2nd legislative district of Nueva Ecija. Underprivileged barangays which are
traversed along the road will have better access to transportation. Commerce and
trade will greatly improve. Indispensable government programs and services on
health, education, energy, agriculture and infrastructure can be provided at an
accelerated pace.

Immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

A

JOSEPH F. VIOLAGO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1756

House Bill No.

Introduced by Hon. Joseph F. Violago

AN ACT CONVERTING THE SAN JOSE CITY - LLANERA - RIZAL
PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF NUEVA ECIJA VIA
PALESTINA, SAN JOSE CITY, NUEVA ECIJA INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The San Jose City - Llanera - Rizal Provincial Road via
Palestina, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija is hereby converted into a national road

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

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

Approved,