Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Bill No. 6293

Introduced by CIBAC Party-List Representatives
Eduardo ‘Bro. Eddie’ C. Villanueva and Domingo C. Rivera

AN ACT REQUIRING THE INCLUSION OF ANTI-CORRUPTION AND
GOVERNANCE EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION
CURRICULUM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Corruption has been an affliction of the Philippine society for many years
bringing adverse effects to the people. Rampant corruption in various forms such as
bribery, embezzlement, backdoor deals, and others exist throughout the country
causing manipulative justice, flagging economy, grinding poverty among the people,
and people's mistrust to the government.

While many have tried to eradicate corruption by furthering the stringency of
laws on governance and intensifying punishment, no significant improvement has
been seen so far.

So, having been pervasively existing for many years without serious resolution,
the people have learned to get used to the environment of corruption which, in turn,
creates a society tolerant to the evils of the government—including the youth.

Thus, this bill seeks to mandate the inclusion of anti-corruption materials in
higher education curriculum to emphasize the important role of the students in the fight

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against graft and corruption and in nation-building. By educating students on the evils
of corruption, corruption in the government is minimized, if not eliminated.

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

HON. EDUARDO “BRO. EDDIE” C. VILLANUEVA

OMING IVERA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Bill No. __6003

Introduced by CIBAC Party-List Representatives
Eduardo ‘Bro. Eddie’ C. Villanueva and Domingo C. Rivera

AN ACT REQUIRING THE INCLUSION OF ANTI-CORRUPTION AND
GOVERNANCE EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION
CURRICULUM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Anti-Graft and Corrupt
Practices Information and Education Act.”

SECTION 2. Anti-Corruption Education in Higher Education. — Higher education
curriculum shall include anti-corruption education, which shall, among others:

a) Inform the students of the evils of corruption;

b)

Encourage the students to participate in the eradication of graft and corruption,
and the important role of all citizens in fighting it;

c)

Provide the students with the appropriate skills and knowledge on the steps
that can be undertaken in case graft and corruption occurs; and

[:)

Inform the students of the right and responsibilities of citizens in governance.


SECTION 3. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Commission on Higher
Education (CHED), in consultation with relevant stakeholders, shall issue the
implementing rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act within
sixty (60) days from the effectivity thereof.

In the crafting of such rules, the CHED shall ensure that the anti-corruption education
materials are taught in a positive manner to inspire and encourage the students to
participate in the fight against graft and corruption and recognize their vital role in
nation-building.

SECTION 4. Funding. The funds needed for the proper implementation of this Act
shall be taken from the appropriation of CHED. Thereafter, such amount necessary
for the implementation of this Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. Separability Clause. If any provision of this Act is declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain valid.

SECTION 6. Repealing Clause. Alll laws, proclamations, executive orders, rules and
regulations or parts thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, modified or
amended accordingly.

SECTION 7. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete

publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of general
circulation, whichever comes earlier.

Approved,