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Introduced by Senator Francis G. Escudero
AN ACT
PROCLAIMING THE FIRST MONDAY OF AUGUST EVERY YEAR AS THE 
NATIONAL LINE WORKERS APPRECIATION DAY
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The reliability of the Philippine electrical transmission and distribution system 
rests on the hands of the hardworking Filipino line workers. Despite this valuable 
contribution to nation-building and economic development, their efforts are often 
underappreciated by the energy industry and the society at large.
To address this situation, this bill seeks to declare every first Monday of August 
of every year as the National Line Workers Appreciation Day. This bill also directs the 
National Electrification Administration, in collaboration with other stakeholders, to 
ensure that the National Line Workers Day is observed through the conduct of relevant 
activities, training, seminars and learning sessions. Through these interventions, it is 
hoped that their significant contribution to the economy and society is rightfully 
acknowledged, and that our line workers remain steadfast to their chosen occupation.
In view of the foregoing, and in advancing the objectives of House Bill 
No. 7426 approved on Third Reading by the House of Representatives in the 
Nineteenth Congress, the passage of this bill with dispatch is earnestly sought.
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO


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Introduced by Senator Francis G. Escudero
AN ACT
PROCLAIMING THE FIRST MONDAY OF AUGUST EVERY YEAR AS THE 
NATIONAL LINE WORKERS APPRECIATION DAY
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Phiiippines in 
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "National Line Workers 
Appreciation Day Act".
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - The State recognizes the country's continued 
economic growth and development by maintaining a reliable supply of electricity to 
the different industries and households, through a well-maintained electricity 
distribution and transmission system. Thus, it acknowledges the role of the electrical 
line workers in the quest for sustainable rural development through total electrification 
of the countryside and appreciates the contribution of our line workers in nation­
building.
Sec. 3. National Line Worker Appreciation Day. - The first Monday of August 
and every year thereafter is hereby declared as the "National Line Workers 
Appreciation Day".
Sec. 4. Program of Activities.-1\\q National Electrification Administration (NEA) 
shall, in coordination with other stakeholders in the power industry including electric 
cooperatives. National Grid Corporation of the Philippines, National Transmission 
Corporation, Private Electric Power Operators Association, Manila Electric Company 
and other organizations employing line workers, conduct lecture sessions for line


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workers, such as, trainings and seminars to ensure the significance of the National
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Line Workers Appreciation Day and its meaningful observance.
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The NEA shall spearhead the conduct of an annual national convention as part
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of the program of activities for this day. Electric cooperatives shall likewise support
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the NBA in all its efforts to promote and facilitate related activities.
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The Department of Energy and private distribution utilities, including power
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transmission companies and telecommunications companies, are hereby enjoined to
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launch activities such as trainings, seminars and learning sessions for line workers in
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celebration of the National Line Workers Appreciation Day.
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Sec. 5. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part hereof is declared
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unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or any provision not affected thereby shall
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remain in full force and effect.
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Sec. 6. Repealing Clause. - All laws, acts, decrees, executive orders, issuances,
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and rules and regulations or parts thereof which are contrary to and inconsistent with
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this Act are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately following its
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publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general
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circulation.
Approved,