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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVFS
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINHTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HOUSE B|LLNo.   8904
RECEIVED
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Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard A. Guintu
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Section  1, Article XIV states that "[t]he State shall protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education
accessible to all." Furthermore, Section 2 of the same Article states that "[t]he State shall establish
and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels."
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, in 2020, the school-age population (5 to
24 years old) in Capiz accounted for 303,644 persons or 37.77 percent of the 803,879 household
population. Despite this number, the province of Capiz only has 54 secondary schools,18 in the
first district and 36 in the second district. In order to accommodate the large school-age population
of the Province of Capiz, there is a need to establish an additional secondary school.
Accessible education should be a requisite in every province, and this bill seeks to establish
a secondary school in the Municipality of pontevedra, Province of Capiz. The establishment of an
additional secondary school in the Province of Capiz shall help improve the quality of education
in the said province. Moreover, access to education will help guide the school-age population to
become informed and prepared to take on roles that shall help develop the province of Capiz in
the near future.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Ses sion
HOUSEB|LLNo.8904
Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard A. Guintu
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY TACAS,
MUNICIPALITY 0F PONTEVEDRA, PROVINCE 0F CAPIZ, T0 BE KNOWN AS
THE TACAS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR
Be  it  enacted by the  Senate  and the  House  Of Representatives  Of the  Phiitppines  in Congress
assembled:
SHCTroN 1. Establishment Of a National High School. -There ±s t\eredy estal.hashed,
under the Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Tacas, Municipality of
Pontevedra, Province of capiz, to be known as the Tacas National High School.
SEC. 2. ,42proprJ.a/I.our. -The Secretary of the Department of Education shall immediately
include in the Department's program the operationalization of the Tacas National High School,
the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SEC. 3. Imp/eme"/u[froH. -The Secretary of the Department of Education shall issue such
rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
SEC. 4. EJ7e: cfr.vrty. -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette and in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by Representative CARLITO S. MARQUEZ 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to declare September 11 of every year as a special non-working public 
holiday in the Municipality of Altavas, Province of Aklan.  
The  birth of what was formerly known as sitio Jimeno, the Municipality of Altavas in the 
Province of Aklan bears its long history in attribution to the efforts of no other than the late 
Senator Jose Cortez Altavas.  
Local history reveals that the town of Altavas was first established as a town in 1862 as 
Jimeno, which was named after the Bishop P. Romualdo Jimeno of Cebu. Senator Jose Cortez 
Altavas forged his legacy by pursuing the independence of Altavas (Jimeno) from New 
Washington, pursuant to the issuance of Executive Order No. 86 by Governor General Francis 
Burton Harrison in 1918.  
By tradition, Altavasnons celebrate September 11 in recognition of the late senator’s birth 
as “Altavas Day”. Institutionalizing its date for celebration will be a time of reflection of the past 
and reminiscence of patriotism that led to the formation of the town.  It will be a memorialization 
of the late Senator Jose Altavas and his gleaming works. Altavasnons are forever indebted to him 
and for his brilliance of being Panay’s statesman, parliamentarian, and lawyer.  
Let every year thereafter be an opportunity to retell the narratives of how late Senator Jose 
Altavas struggled for its creation and independence. Let this story be shared from generation to 
generation, that they may honor their memory and preserve their heritage.  
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
  ENGR. CARLITO “Lito” S. MARQUEZ
July 31, 2023
2:57 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by Representative CARLITO S. MARQUEZ 
AN ACT 
DECLARING SEPTEMBER 11 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ALTAVAS, PROVINCE OF AKLAN, TO 
BE KNOWN AS THE “ALTAVAS DAY”  
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1.  September 11 of every year is hereby declared a special non-working 
1 
holiday in the Municipality of Altavas, Province of Aklan to be known as “Altavas Day”. 
2 
SEC 2. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
3 
in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
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Approved, 
8654
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Olympic games are held only every four years. Recently, the Philippines had its 
best showing in the Olympics yet, with Hidilyn Diaz winning the first ever gold in the 
Tokyo Olympics for the Philippines.  
While incentives received by the athletes are exempted from tax as provided for in 
Sec. 32 of the National Internal Revenue Code, those received from the private sector 
are still subject to the six percent (6%) donor's tax. This measure proposes tax 
exemptions from both public and private sources, such that the cash incentives, 
bonuses, rewards, and other forms of emoluments received by national athletes and 
their coaches, who win in the Summer Olympic Games and Winter Olympic Games, 
shall be exempted from any and all taxes. Private companies and individuals are 
recognized in their support of our Filipino athletes and the promotion of our sports 
programs. 
In view of the foregoing, immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
May 22, 2023
11:39 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
AN ACT 
EXEMPTING DONATIONS AND REWARDS IN FAVOR OF OLYMPIC 
MEDALISTS AND THEIR COACHES FROM TAXES, AMENDING FOR THE 
PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10699 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SEC. 1. A new section designated as Section 10-A of Republic Act No. 10699 is 
hereby added and shall read as follows:  
SEC. 10-A. TAX EXEMPTION. THE CASH INCENTIVES, BONUSES, 
REWARDS, AND OTHER FORMS OF EMOLUMENTS RECEIVED BY 
OLYMPIC MEDALISTS AND THEIR COACHES, WHETHER THE SAME IS 
FROM PUBLIC FUNDS OR PRIVATE PERSONS OR ENTITIES, SHALL BE 
EXEMPT FROM ANY AND ALL TAXES, FEES, AND CHARGES LEVIED BY 
ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY, LOCAL OR NATIONAL, SUBJECT TO THE 
RULES AND REGULATIONS TO BE ISSUED BY THE SECRETARY OF 
FINANCE, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE COMMISSIONER OF INTERNAL 
REVENUE. PROVIDED, THAT THIS SECTION SHALL HAVE RETROACTIVE 
EFFECT ON NATIONAL ATHLETES AND COACHES WHO WON IN THE 2020 
SUMMER OLYMPIC GAMES IN TOKYO, JAPAN. 
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SEC. 2. Separability Clause. – If any portion or provision of this Act is subsequently 
declared invalid or unconstitutional, other provisions hereof which are not affected 
thereby shall remain in full force and effect. 
 
SEC. 3. Repealing Clause.  – All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations and 
other issuances or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with this Act, are hereby 
repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
SEC. 4. Effectivity Clause. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.  
 
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. __ _ 
Introduced by: REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The San Jose Del Monte City - Norzagaray Road section in the province of Bulacan, 
is a 7.8 kilometer stretch which is heavily utilized in the transportation of commuters and 
traders from the north down to Manila area. 
The conversion of this road section into a national road is pivotal for the improvement 
of the socio-economic activities of its adjacent areas. Its rehabilitation, maintenance and 
improvement will be the responsibility of the national government, thus, the assurance of a 
reliable road network. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
August 17, 2023
11:50 am
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8927
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HouSEBILLNo.   8412
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVHRTING THE PANTAR-SAN FRANCISCO PROVINCIAL ROAD IN BALAOAN,
LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNI)S FOR THE
MAINTHNANCH AND IMPROVEMHNT THEREOF
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to convert the Pantar-Sam Francisco Provincial Road in Balaoan, La Union into a
national road.
Road projects serve as an important part of the development strategy for any region.
In the wake of rapid economic growth and poverty reduction programs implemented by the
government, the demand for excellent road networks  increases. Roads are crucial to economic
development. The mobility and relative ease in the transport of goods and prime commodities as
well as the effective delivery of basic services are affected and determined by the conditions of the
access roads.
Being a definitive factor towards progress, it is not enough that roads are just constructed.
Roads must be regularly repaired and maintained. The Pantar-Sam Francisco Provincial Road needs
appropriate funding for its maintenance in order that it will not deteriorate and eventually fall into
disrepair, setting back whatever economic growth the road's opening had spurred.
With the conversion of pantar-San Francisco Provincial Road into a National Road, funds
from the national government, through the Department of public Works and Highways, will ensure
the improvement and maintenance of the road and sustain the socio-economic development in La
Union.
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
FRANCI
PAOLO P. ORTEGA V


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.    8412
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISC0 PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PANTAR-SAN FRANCISCO PROVINCIAL ROAD IN
BALAOAN, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF
Be  it  enacted by the  Senate  and House  Of Representatives  Of the Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SECTION. 1. The Pantar-San Francisco Provincial Road in Balaoan, La Union is
hereby converted in to a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public
Works and Highways
SECTION. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
program the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the said road, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SHCTI0N. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Constitution Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL No. __ _ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE LORDAN G. SUAN 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Local Government Code provides that the Sangguniang Barangay shall form 
a community brigade necessary to carry out the purposes of the Barangay government 
in accordance with the needs of public service. This community brigade is also known as 
the Barangay Public Safety Officers (BPSO) or more popularly called the Barangay 
Tanod. It consists of around twenty (20) members or sometimes less depending on the 
budget and area of jurisdiction of the Barangay. Members are appointed by the Punong 
Barangay based on the recommendation of the Barangay Peace and Order Council. 
The duties and responsibilities of members of the Barangay Tanod can be 
summed up into two main components: maintenance of public order and promotion of 
public safety. They are at the frontline of crime prevention by conducting patrols or 
ronda and by monitoring the activities and presence of suspicious and lawless elements. 
They report any incidence that may endanger the safety of the public like crimes, 
accidents, fire, public disturbances and even environmental hazards. They as ist in the 
execution of warrants, recovery of stolen properties, and arrest of fugitives. They even 
assist in the smooth flow of traffic in our Barangays. During the pandemic, they were 
mobilized to enforce quarantine rules and safety protocols. These and many more 
duties and responsibilities are as directed by their Punong Barangay. 
Despite the heavy responsibilities we entrusted to them, we seem to neglect the 
fact that they have basic needs as breadwinners and family members. It is a fact that 
most members of Barangay Tanod receive a measly honorarium or allowance that 
cannot even last for two days. Some receive Five Hundred Pesos (PhpS00.00) to One 
Thousand Pesos (Phpl,000.00) for a month of dedicated service. With this amount, they 
are exposed to assault, abuse, injury and even death, in the performance of their duties. 
It is about time that we, not only hail them for their noble service but most 
importantly, recognize their important role in our communities by granting them the 
benefits and incentives they most certainly deserve. In fact, they deserve more than 
these. 
Many of our colleagues in the previous Congresses have filed bills of this nature 
but failed to see them become law. Years passed and members of Barangay Tanod 
continue to languish in such lamentable service or working conditions. Years of delay 
means years of neglect. This bill seeks to address the years of neglect we subject our 
Barangay Tanod. 
May 29, 2023
6:34 pm
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8429
Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City
NINETEENTII CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HouseBiuNo.8804
Introduced by HON. JAMES ``]0|0" ANG TR.
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Graciano Lopez Jaena, born on December 18, 1856, in the municipality of Jaro, Iloilo,
played a pivotal role in the Philippine revolution against Spanish colonial rule. He
was a key figure in the movement for political reforms and equality for the Philippines
under Spanish rule. Lopez Jaena was known for his contributions to journalism and
literature, and is one of our country's greatest national heroes.
Lopez Jaena was born in Jaro, Iloilo on December 18, 1856. He became a physician in
Iloilo, tending to many less fortunate JZo7tggos. He later on turned to journalism and
founded the newspaper "La Solidaridad" in Barcelona, Spain, which became the voice
of the reform movement and played a significant role in raising awareness about the
plight of the Filipino people. His commitment to freedom, justice, and equality made
him a symbol of resilience and inspiration for future generations of JJorzggos and other
Filipinos alike.
Under Republic Act No. 6155, December 18 was declared a public holiday in the City
of Iloilo and  the Province of Iloilo.  This bill seeks to acknowledge the invaluable
contributions of Lopez Jaena not just in Iloilo, but in the entire western visayas Region
to further the cause of Philippine independence, by declaring December 18 a special
non-working holiday in the entire Western Visayas Region. This holiday will provide
an opportunity for the people of Iloilo and the wider JJo7iggo community to reflect on
the ideals that he championed and to celebrate his enduring legacy.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
HouseBi||No.8604
Introduced by HON. JAMES ``]0|0" ANG TR.
AN ACT
DECLARING DECEMBER EIGHTEENTH OF EACH YEAR
AS "ADLAW NI GRACIAN0 LOPEZ JAENA'', A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE ENTIRE WESTERN VISAYAS REGION, AMENDING FOR
THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6155 ENTITLED, "AN ACT DECLARING
DECEMBER EIGHTEENTH 0F EACH YEAR AN OFFICIAL PUBLIC HOLIDAY
IN THE CITY AND PROVINCE 0F IL0IL0 T0 COMMEMORATE THE BIRTH
ANNIVERSARY OF GRACIAN0 LOPEZ JAENA"
SECTION 1.  Section 1  of Republic Act No. 6155 is amended to read as follows:
``SECTION  1.  Adlaw  ni  Graciano  Lopez  Jaena  -  To  commemorate  the  birth
anniversary  of  our  national  hero  Graciano  Lopez  Jaena,  the  eighteenth  day  of
December  of each year  is  hereby  declared  a  special non-working  holiday  in  the
Western Visayas Region, specifically the City of Iloilo, the Province of Iloilo, Aklan,
Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Bacolod City, and Negros Occidental."
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
O#cl.flJ Gozef fc or in the newspaper of general circulation.
Approved.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro, Manila

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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House Bitt no. 8359

INTRODUCED BY REP. FERJENEL G. BIRON, M.D.

AN ACT DECLARING THE 5™ OF MAY OF EVERY YEAR AS A LOCAL
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DUMANGAS,
PROVINCE OF ILOILO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Municipality of Dumangas in the Province of Iloilo is a thriving
community known for its rich cultural heritage and agro-industrial
productivity. Every year, the town celebrates its Agro-Industrial-Cultural Fair
and Sports Festival, a five-day event showcasing the town's abundant resources
and local products. The festival brings together various sectors of the
community, including farmers, fisherfolks, entrepreneurs, and artists, to
showcase their skills and products, promoting trade, tourism, and cultural

‘The event has become an important avenue for the people of Dumangas
to harness and utilize their resources, promote their products, and develop
their skills and talents. It has also become an occasion for people from
neighboring towns and cities to visit and experience the unique culture and
products of Dumangas,

In recognition of the significance of the Agro-Industrial-Cultural Fair and
Sports Festival, this bill seeks to declare the fifth day of May of every year as a
local non-working holiday in the Municipality of Dumangas, Iloilo. The holiday
aims to provide an opportunity for the people of Dumangas to fully participate
in the celebration and for visitors to fully appreciate the town's unique culture
and products. By declaring this day a holiday, the local government unit of
Dumangas can ensure the proper observance of the festival and encourage
‘wider participation among its constituents.

The implementation of this bill will also provide economic benefits to the
town, as it will attract more tourists and generate more revenue for the local
businesses,

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

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

uouse Bit no. 8359

INTRODUCED BY REP. FERJENEL G. BIRON, M.D.

AN ACT DECLARING THE 5™ OF MAY OF EVERY YEAR AS A LOCAL
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DUMANGAS,
PROVINCE OF ILOILO

Section 1. Declaration of a Local Non-Working Holiday. - The 5' of May of
every year is hereby declared as a local non-working holiday in the
Municipality of Dumangas, Province of lloilo in commemoration of the town's
Annual Agro-Industrial-Cultural Fair and Sports Festival.

Sec. 2. Observance of the Holiday. ~ The local government unit of
Dumangas shall take the necessary measures to ensure the proper
ovservance of the holiday. All government offices and agencies, as well as
private establishments, are encouraged to participate in the celebration,

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

Approved,
RECEiv=D
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second Regular Session
HoUSEBILLNo.8687
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Introduced by Representative MA. VICTORIA CO-PILAR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Through this bill, an e-library will be created at the Barangay Hall of Barangay Talipapa in
Quezon City.  Republic Act No.  7743,  which calls  for the  establishment of "additional
public  libraries  to  serve  all  congressional  districts  cities  and  municipalities  in  the
Philippines and reading centers in every barangay except in cities or municipalities where
there are existing public libraries or in barangays where there are existing reading centers,"
is proposed to be addressed by establishing an e-library instead of a reading center.
An e-library with at  least three  (3)  sets  of computers  with  internet connection  in the
barangay  halls  could be  a better alternative  to  opening  physical  libraries  and reading
centers, which could be expensive and only offer a limited selection of publications. These
computers give users access to a huge library of online educational resources. Moreover,
public libraries and reading rooms should not fall behind and make sure they have access
to  modem  technologies  as  educational  institutions  move  toward  adding  more  recent
(digital) kinds of instructional content into their databases.
In behalf of the people of Quezon City's Sixth District, and for the common good of the
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF RI]PRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second Regular Session
HOUsEB|LLNo.8687
Introduced by Representative MA. VICTORIA CO-PILAR
ANACT
ESTABLISHING AN H-LIBRARY IN BARANGAY TALIPAIIA IN QUEZON CITY
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House Of Representatives Of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:
1      Section 1. There is hereby established an e-library in Barangay Talipapa in Quezon city.
2
3       Section 2. The e-library established by this Act shall be located in the Barangay Hall of
4      Barangay Talipapa, which shall have at least three (3) computers with access to the internet
5      and shall be used exclusively for educational and research purposes only.
6
7      The use of the e-library shall be free of change to the public.
8
9      Section 3. The alnount necessary for the establishment of the e-library and the purchase of
1o      the computers shall be generated from the funds of the Department of Interior and Local
11       Goverrment.
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13      The maintenance of the e-library established shall be the responsibility and shall be charged
14      to Barangay Talipapa.
15
16      Section 4. All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules and regulations, and other
17      issuances contrary to or inconsistent with this Act shall be deemed repealed or modified
18       accordingly.
19
2o      Section 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the official
21       GaLzette or a newspaper ofgeneral circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to propose an amendment to RA 9184 by mandating a uniform 
warehousing and inventory system for all government procuring entities, including 
local government units. 
Procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic suffered from lack of guidelines 
providing for a general system of automated warehousing and cloud-based inventory 
of procured goods by the government. The existence of a proper system for 
warehousing and inventory is important to ensure safe and adequate storage of 
procured goods, proper recording of inventory movements, and an efficient 
warehousing operation to prevent wastage, among other things. 
An efficient system of public procurement gives due respect to the spending of our 
people’s taxes. Hence, spending by the government should be carried out with 
transparency and integrity in order to safeguard public interest. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
May 15, 2023
9:00 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR A UNIFORM WAREHOUSING AND INVENTORY SYSTEM FOR 
ALL GOVERNMENT PROCURING ENTITIES, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE 
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9184, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "GOVERNMENT 
PROCUREMENT REFORM ACT" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
Section 1. A new section designated as Sec. 38-A is hereby inserted in Republic Act 
No. 9184 to read as follows: 
"SEC. 38-A. WAREHOUSING AND INVENTORY SYSTEM. – ALL 
PROCURING ENTITIES SHALL ADOPT A GENERAL SYSTEM OF 
WAREHOUSING AND CLOUD BASED INVENTORY OF PROCURED 
ITEMS AND GOODS. FOR THIS PURPOSE, THE GPPB SHALL 
PROMULGATE A STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE MANUAL 
ON PROPER WAREHOUSING AND INVENTORY OF PROCURED 
ITEMS AND GOODS TO BE USED BY ALL PROCURING ENTITIES." 
Section 2. Separability Clause. – If any part or provision of this Act shall be held 
unconstitutional or invalid, the other parts or provisions not otherwise affected shall 
remain in full force and effect. 
Section 3. Repealing Clause. – All laws, orders, rules and regulations and other 
issuances, or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, 
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amended, or modified accordingly. 
 
Section 4. Effectivity Clause. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following 
its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) national newspapers of 
general circulation. 
 
Approved,
August 8, 2023
2:26 pm
8819


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _________ 
Introduced by:  REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR. 
AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A FREE FINANCIAL LITERACY TRAINING TO 
OVERSEAS FILIPINO WORKERS (OFWs), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Title – This Act shall be known as the “Free OFW Financial Literacy Act”. 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy – It is hereby declared the policy of the State to afford full 
protection to labor, local and overseas, and promote full employment and equality of employment 
opportunities for all. 
The State shall have the continuous duty to acknowledge the valuable contribution of 
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to our economy through their remittances.  In doing so, the 
State shall adopt measures that will take care of the welfare and benefits of OFWs like the 
provision for a free financial literacy training to equip them with enough knowledge for a proper 
and wise use of their hard earned money. 
SEC. 3. Coverage – This Act shall cover all OFWs either land-based or sea-based. 
SEC. 4. Mandatory Financial Literacy Training Seminar – All OFWs shall undergo 
mandatory financial literacy training seminars which shall become an integral part of the Pre-
Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS).  Moreover, Post-Arrival Training Seminars (PATS) on 
financial literacy shall likewise be required of OFWs within a reasonable time upon their arrival 
in a country of destination on their first employment contract or those who transfer from one place 
of work to another without stopping by the Philippines. 
SEC. 5. Participating Agencies – The PDOS and PATS shall be primarily conducted by the 
Department of Finance (DOF), as the lead agency, in coordination with the Department of Migrant 
Workers (DMW), the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), and accredited PDOS 
providers across the country, including the embassies or consulates, whichever may be available, 
in the country of destination. 
8819
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HoUSE BILL No. 8 4 0 9
C)I
RECEIVED
DATEurm
*      TIME
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOL0 P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE RIZAL AVENUE PROVINCIAL ROAD IN SAN FERNANDO
CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
TIIE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill  seeks to convert the Rizal Avenue Provincial Road  in Sam Femando  City,  La
Union into a national road.
Road projects serve as an important part of the development strategy for any region.
In the wake of rapid economic growth and poverty reduction programs implemented by the
government, the demand for excellent road networks increases.  Roads are crucial to economic
development. The mobility and relative ease in the transport of goods and prime commodities as
well as the effective delivery of basic services are affected and determined by the conditions of the
access roads.
Being a definitive factor towards progress, it is not enough that roads are just constructed.
Roads  must  be  regularly  repaired  and  maintained.  The  Rizal  Avenue  Provincial  Road  needs
appropriate funding for its maintenance in order that it will not deteriorate and eventually fall into
disrepair, setting back whatever economic growth the road's opening had spurred.
With the conversion of Rizal Avenue Provincial Road into a National Road, funds from
the national government, through the Department of Public Works and Highways, will ensure the
improvement and maintenance of the road and sustain the  socio-economic  development in La
Union.
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
FRANclsc°bOL0 P. ORTEGA V


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HoUSEBILLNo.   8409
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISC0 PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE RIZAL AVENUE PROVINCIAL ROAD IN SAN
FHRNANDO CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT
THEREOF
Be  it  enacted by  the  Senate  and House  Of Represehiatives  Of the  Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SHCTION. 1. The Rizal Avenue Provincial Road in Sam Femando City, La Union
into  a  national  road  under  the  supervision  of the  Department  of Public  Works  and
Highways-
SECTION. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
program the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the said road, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SHCTI0N. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.    8408
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PAGDALAGAN-BUNGRO-TANQUIGAN ROAD IN SAN
FERNANDO CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THHREOF
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to convert the Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road in Sam Femando City,
La Union into a national road.
Road projects serve as an important part of the development strategy for any region.
In the wake of rapid economic growth and poverty reduction programs implemented by the
government, the demand  for excellent road networks increases. Roads are crucial to economic
development. The mobility and relative ease in the transport of goods and prime commodities as
well as the effective delivery of basic services are affected and determined by the conditions of the
access roads.
Being a definitive factor towards progress, it is not enough that roads are just constructed.
Roads must be regularly repaired and maintained. The Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road needs
appropriate funding for its maintenance in order that it will not deteriorate and eventually fall into
disrepair, setting back whatever economic growlh the road's opening had spurred.
With the conversion of Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road into a National Road, funds
from the national government, through the Department of public Works and Highways, will ensure
the improvement and maintenance of the road and sustain the socio-economic development in La
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.   8408
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V
AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PAGDALAGAN-BUNGRO-TANQUIGAN ROAD IN SAN
FHRNAND0 CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF
Be  it  enacted by the  Senate  and House  Of Represehiatives  Of the Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SECTION. 1. The Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road in Sam Femando City, La
Union into a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and
Highways.
SECTION. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
program the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the said road, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SHCTI0N. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL No.8 I 4 I
INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The   residents  of  Barangays  Chupac,   Kaleo,   Lunas  and  Ogo-og,   all
located  in  the  Municipality  of  Barlig,  Province  of  Mountain  Province  identify
themselves  as  belonging  to  the  Kadaclan   Indigenous  Cultural  Community
(lcc),    Albeit  the  unique  characteristics  of  the  people  associated  with  the
individual  barangays,  they are  commonly  referred  to as  i-Kadaclan  or people
from Kadaclan.  Hence, in order to preserve customary usage, give importance
to  its  genealogical  value  and  promote  unity,   the  Council  of  Elders  of  the
Kadaclan lcc requested that Kadaclan be appended to the names of the afore-
stated barangays on record.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL No.8141
INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG
AN  ACT  CHANGING  THE  NAME  OF  BARANGAY  OGO-OG  IN  THE
MUNICIPALITY  OF  BARLIG,  PROVINCE  OF  MOUNTAIN  PROVINCE  TO
BARANGAY OGO-OG-KADACLAN.
Be  it  enacted  by  the  Senate  and  House  of  Representatives  of  the
Philippines in Congress assembled.
Section 1.   The name of Barangay Ogo-og  in the Municipality of Barlig,
Province   of  Mountain   Province   is   hereby   changed   to   Barangay   Ogo-og-
Kadaclan
Section 2.  This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the Official Gazette or in at least two newspapers of general circulation in the
Philippines.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second  Regular Session
HOUSE BILL No.  8887
RECE!¥EED
2023    'wi
Introduced by REP. RUWEL PETER S. GONZAGA
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The bill seeks to convert a 37.931  kilometers provincial road stretch which starts at
Barangays Poblacio -Nuevo lloco,  Municipality of Mawab traversing  Barangays Elizalde -
New Leyte Municipality of Maco, and Barangay Paloc,  Municipality of Maragusan Section
Road in the Province of Davao de Oro as national road.
By converting the provincial road traversing the barangays into a national road, the
national government through the  Department of Public Works and  Highways will  be the
one  who  will  take  care  of the  maintenance  and  repair  of the  said  road.  With  available
resources, the proper and sufficient maintenance of the road  becomes less burdensome
to the local government concerned  resulting  in the timely and appropriate preservation
of the  road's good  condition. The  safety and  stability of this  road  infrastructure will  be
enhanced  further  by  the  new  management  whose  expertise  and  knowledge  will  truly
improve this public asset.
Indeed,  roads  are  a  major  factor  in  the  growth  and  progress  of  an -area.  With
sufficiently maintained roads come greater accessibility and more economic activity. Thus,
by improving such road more and better opportunities are made available to the people
thereby reducing  poverty in the locality.
Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NrNETEENTL+ CoueREsS
Second  Regular Session
HOUSE BiLL No.8887
Introduced by REP. RUWEL PETER GONZAGA
EN ACT
CONVERTING THE ROAD STRETCHING FROM  BARANGAY POBLACION -NUEVO
ILOCO,  MUNICIPALITY OF MAWAB TO BARANGAY NEW LEYTE -POBLACION,
MUNICIPALITY OF MACO TO MARAGUSAN SECTION  ROAD, DAVAO DE ORO INTO
A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be  it enacted  by the  Senate  and  House of  Representatives of the  Ph.ilippines  .in  Congress
assembled:
SECTroN   1.  The  +oad   stretching  from  Barang,ay  Poblacion  ~  -Nuevo   I+oco,
Municipality  of  Mawab  to  Barangay  New  Leyte  -  Poblacion,  Municipality  of  Maco  to
Maragusan Section Road, all of the Province of Davao de Oro as described in the technical
description  under the succeeding  section  of this Act is hereby converted  into a  national
road.
SECTION  2.  From  the  Bureau  of  Lands  location  monument  no.  1  (BLLM1)  of the
Municipality of Mawab,  Province of Davao de Oro thence to point marked one (1) of the
roads with distance of 37.931  kilometers connecting to Daang  Maharlika.
SECTION  3.  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.
SECTION 4. This Act sha[[ take effeet fi-fteen (15)-days attef tis prb#catieft .Fit the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo,8140
INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The  residents  of  Barangays  Chupac,   Kaleo,   Lunas  and  Ogo-og,   all
located  in  the  Municipality  of  Barlig,  Province  of  Mountain  Province  identify
themselves  as  belonging  to  the  Kadaclan   Indigenous  Cultural  Community
(ICC).    Albeit  the  unique  characteristics  of  the  people  associated  with  the
individual  barangays,  they are  commonly  referred  to  as  i-Kadaclan  or people
from Kadaclan.  Hence, in order to preserve customary usage, give importance
to  its  genealogical  value  and  promote  unity,   the  Council  of  Elders  of  the
Kadaclan lcc requested that Kadaclan be appended to the names of the afore-
stated barangays on record.
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.8140
INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG
AN  ACT  CHANGING  THE  NAIVIE  OF  BARANGAY  LUNAS  IN  THE
IVIUNICIPALITY  OF  BARLIG,  PROVINCE  OF  MOUNTAIN  PROVINCE  TO
BARANGAY LUNAS-KADACLAN.
Be  it  enacted  by  the  Senate  and  House  of  Representatives  of  the
Philippines in Congress assembled.
Section  1.   The  name  of Barangay  Lunas  in  the  Municipality  of Barlig,
Province of Mountain Province is hereby changed to Barangay Lunas-Kadaclan
Section 2.  This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
in the Official Gazette or in at least two newspapers of general circulation in the
Philippines.
Approved,
Republic of the Phihppines
HOUSE OF REPRESHNTATIVES
Quezon €fty
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HousE BILL No. 8 2 1 7
Introduced by Representative Dante Sotelo Garcia
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The celebration of the Municipality of Naguilian, La Union of its Founding Anniversary and
Basi Festival every  18th of February of each year will serve as another historical milestone
since this has been col-ebratedL by their ftnefathers` since time inemorial,
The commemoration of Naguilian's foundation day will dve their people an opportunity to
learn the inportant part  of their history and recognize the significant  contribution  of their
leaders in achieving their township.
The Basi Festival mainly promotes  `Bc7,s'7. ' as a local product of Naguilian, and it is likewise
considered in tlie One Town, One Product (OTOP) promotional program of the government.
Usual activities in the festival include street dancing,  sport events,  agri-trade fair and other
amusement games.
It is in this view' that this measure seeks to` deelareT Febnxpjr 18 Of cach- y'ear as nen-working.
holiday in the Municipality of Naguilian, Province of La Union to afford its coustituents to
fully participate in the celebration of the said occasion.
In view of th
REP. D
2nd Dis
going, immediate approval of this bill is eamest]y sought.
TELO GARCIA
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon Cit`y
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
±ELLro.8217
Introduced by: Hon. Dante S. Garcia
AN ACT
DECLARING    FEBRUARY    18    0F    EVERY   YEAR   A    SPECIAL    NONWORKING
HOLIDAY  IN  THE  MUNICIPALITY  OF  NAGUILLAN,  PROVINCE  OF  LA  UNION  IN
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVESARY AND BASI FESTIVAL
Be  it  enacted  by  the  Senate  and  the  House  of  Representatives  of the  Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SECTION  1.  February  18 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking
holiday  in  the  Municipality  of Naguillan,  Province of La  Union,  in  commemoration  of its
founding ann`iversary and Basi Festival.
SEC.  2.  This  Act  shall  take  effect  fifteen  (15)  days  after  its  publication  in  the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Apprcned,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESHNTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second Regular Session
HOUSEBILLNo.   8891
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Introduced by Representative MA. VICTORIA CO-PILAR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Through this bill, an e-library will be created at the Barangay Hall of Barangay New Era
in Quezon City. Republic Act No. 7743, which calls for the establishment of "additional
public  libraries  to  serve  all  congressional  districts  cities  and  municipalities  in  the
Philippines and reading centers in every barangay except in cities or municipalities where
there are existing public libraries or in barangays where there are existing reading centers,"
is proposed to be addressed by establishing an e-library instead of a reading center.
An  e-library  with at  least three  (3)  sets  of computers  with  internet connection  in the
barangay  halls  could  be  a better  alternative  to  opening  physical  libraries  and  reading
centers, which could be expensive and only offer a limited selection of publications. These
computers give users access to a huge library of online educational resources. Moreover,
public libraries and reading rooms should not fall behind and make sure they have access
to  modem  technologies  as  educational  institutions  move  toward  adding  more  recent
(digital) kinds of instructional content into their databases.
In behalf of the people of Quezon City's Sixth District, and for the common good of the
Filipino people, the approval of the said measure is earnestly sought.#


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
Second Regular Session
HousEBILLNo.8691
Introduced by Representative MA. VICTORIA CO-PILAR
ANACT
ESTABLISHING AN H-LIBRARY IN BARANGAY NEW ERA IN QUEZON CITY
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS TIIEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House Of Representatives Of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:
1      Section 1. There is hereby established an e-library in Barangay New Era in Quezon city.
2
3      Section 2. The e-library established by this Act shall be located in the Barangay Hall of
4      Barangay New Era, which shall have at least three (3) computers with access to the internet
5      and shall be used exclusively for educational and research pulposes only.
6
7      The use of the e-library shall be free of charge to the public.
8
9      Section 3. The amount necessary for the establishment of the e-library and the purchase of
1o      the computers shall be generated from the funds of the Department of Interior and Local
11      Goverrment.
12
13      The maintenance of the e-library established shall be the responsibility and shall be charged
14      to BarangayNewEra.
15
16      Section 4. All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules and regulations, and other
17       issuances contrary to or inconsistent with this Act shall be deemed repealed or modified
18       accordingly.
19
2o      Section 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the official
21      Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVHS
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
• '`HouseBiilNo.     8993
INTRODUCED BY REP. MARIA JAMINA KATHERINE 8. AGARAO
ANI) REP. JOSE ``B0NG" J. TEVES, JR.
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Municipality of `Siniloan in the Province of Laguna celebrates its annual town fiesta
entitled Gz4z.Jz.ngcz# Fcsfz.vczJ every last Friday of August of every year.
The  annual  Gztz.Jz.7}gcl7?  Festival,  highlighted  by  its  activities  and  festivities  attract
tourists. The local government of Siniloan inteuts to make the celebrations bigger in order to
highlight its culture, products, and its people. The celebrations will surely attract more visitors
which will, in turn, contribute to the local economy.
In  view  of  the  foregoing,  the  local  go-vermmeiit  of  Siniloan  has  reqiiested  that  the
Gwz./z.ngczr} Fcsfz.vczJ be declared as  a special non-working holiday to highlight its importance
and to give the residents the opportunity to fully participate in the celebrations.
Representative, TGP Party-List


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
!FHouseBiiiNo.    8993
INTRODUCED BY REP. MARIA JAMINA KATHERINE 8. AGARAO
AND REP. JOSE "BONG" J. TE`ES, JTR.
AN ACT
DECLARING TIIE  LAST  FRIDAY  0F AUGUST  0F EVERY  YEAR  A  SPECIAL
NON-WORKING. HOT.IDAY IN THF, MUNICIPAI,ITV OF STNII,OAN, PROVINCF,
OF LAGUNA IN CELEBRATION 0F ITS GUILINGAN FESTIVAL
Be it  eriacted by the  Senate and the  House  of Representatives  of the Philippines  in
Congress assembled:
SECTION 1. The last Friday of August of every year is hereby declared a special
non-worfeng holiday in the Municipality of Siniloan, Province of I.aguna in celebration Of its
Guilingan Festival.
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen ( 15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,