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‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO._4726

Introduced by Honorable Rommel C, Amatong

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to established the National High School in Barangay Libaylibay ,
Municipality of Maco, Compostela Valley Province. To be known as Libaylibay National High
School.

The in dire need of secondary education of young populace of Libaylibay and the
neighboring barangays of ( Sangab, New Visayas, Dumlan) had moved the barangay official to
have this High School. Hunger for further education and development of skills among the 60%
indigenous students and 40% Bisayan was the dream they longed to establish formal secondary
education. To improve quality of life of its people with the realization of “Edukasyon ang
Solusyon. To be morally , socially and spiritually upright citizens.

In view thereof, the approval of this bill is earnestly recommended.

LC, AMATONG



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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

Housesit no. 4726

Introduced by Hon. Rommel C. Amatong

AN ACT

SEPARATING THE LIBAYLIBAY HIGH SCHOOL, AN ANNEX SCHOOL OF ANIBONGAN NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL OF MACO, COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE, CONVERTING IT INTO AN
INDEPENDENT NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOLTO BE KNOWN AS THE LIBAYLIBAY NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Separation and Conversion into a National High School . The Libaylibay High
School Annex-Anibongan National High School, Barangay Libaylibay,Maco, Compostela Valley
Province is hereby separated from Anibongan National High School and converted into an
independent National High School to be known as The Libaylibay National High School.

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records
of Libaylibay High School-Annex Anibongan National High School are hereby transferred to and
absorbed by the Libaylibay National High School.

SECTION 3. Appropriations. ~ The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in
the Department's program the operationalized of the Libaylibay National High School, the initial
funding of which shall be charged against the current year’s appropriations of the Libaylibay
High School-Annex, thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued operation of the schoo!
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

SECTION 5. Effectivity. This act shall take effect upon it approval
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City {

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._465'7

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO “FRANNY” C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and
promote the right to health of the people, and instill health consciousness among
them

According to the Department of Health, thyroid cancer is the sixth leading
cancer in the Philippines in 2010. Almost 95% of thyroid cancer in the Philippines
is well differentiated carcinoma, which is highly curable by appropriate surgery
alone. However, for persistent or metastatic lesions, radioactive iodine is the
main mode of treatment. Patients affected by this type of cancer, if not given the
needed treatment like surgery and radioactive iodine, live with constant fear of
death like patients of other types of cancers.

The Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association, a non-profit organization
based in the United States with support groups worldwide including in the
Philippines, celebrated the Thyroid Cancer Awareness week in September since
2000, In 2003, the organization expanded this worldwide observance to the
whole month of September. This celebration is participated in by organizations in
56 countries worldwide, including the Philippines.

In this regard, this humble Representation would like to establish one week
in September as National Thyroid Awareness Week in the Philippines. For _ the
purposes of public education and awareness, a national information campaign —
which Would include local health agencies and clinics, physicians, health care
facilities, pharmacies, libraries, senior citizen center, and other community-based
outreach programs and organization — is needed to instill consciousness among
the public on thyroid cancer disease and to generate full support for the needs of
thyroid cancer patients and survivors

mnestly sought.

Due to the foregoing, the passage of this Bill 7

” C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

EUFRANIO “FRA
2" Djstriot, La Union


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.__4657

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO “FRANNY” C, ERIGUEL, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE 4™ WEEK OF SEPTEMBER OF EVERY YEAR AS THE
NATIONAL THYROID CANCER AWARENESS WEEK

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 “National Thyroid Awareness
Week Act of 2014.”

SEC. 2. National Holiday. - The 4" week of September of every year is hereby
declared “National Thyroid Awareness Week,” so as to coincide with the
International Celebration of Thyroid Awareness Month.

SEC 3. Implementing Agency. - The Department of Health (DOH) and the
Philippine Thyroid Council (PTC) will serve as the focal agencies for the purposes
of commemorating this event to the health sector and to the public.

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

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES. )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
House Bill No.

Introduced by : HON. MA. THERESA B, BONOAN

EXPLANATORY NOTE,

This attached Bill seeks the construction of a 12-foot high Skyway railing
along the Southbound lane of the highway, above the West Service Road of SLEX,
Parafaque City, where a total of eighteen (18) people died and sixteen (16) people
injured in a bus mishap last December 16, 2013. Another incident happened March 3,
2014, wherein a shuttle van for Skyway employees fell off the elevated expressway.

Although the Skyway railings follow international standards, it is essential that
a higher skyway railing be installed to prevent further accidents from transpiring
again, It is necessary that a higher railing be constructed to prevent speeding buses
from falling off the railing of the elevated highway, and causing further damage and
accidents to commuters and transports below.

‘Thus, it is for the above cited reasons that the construction of a 12-foot high
railing is necessary in order to improve the safety of commuters, transport and traffic

situation in the SLEX-Skyway area

HON. MA, THERESA B, BONOAN
4" District, City of Manila



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.4149 _

Introduced by: HON. MA. THERESA B. BONOAN

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 12-FOOT
RAILING AT THE SLEX-SKYWAY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS OF
30MILLION FROM THE SAVINGS OF DPWH AND FUNDS OF SOUTH

LUZON TOLLWAY CORPORATION.

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

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy ~ It is the policy of the state to afford or
promote public safety as prescribed by law.

SECTION 2. Definition of Terms

“ SLEX or South Luzon Expressway”- It is a network of expressways that
connects Metro Manila to the provinces of Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and
Quezon in the Philippines.

SECTION 3. Implementing Guidelines

A.) There shall be constructed under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways a 12-foot railing at SLEX-SKYWAY, for the reason that
the aforementioned is in need of higher and stronger guard rails to prevent vehicles
from falling down. It should be strengthened in such a way that if in case a vehicle
hits the barrier, it should not fall off.

B.) The amount needed to implement the provisions of this Act shall be
charged against the savings of Department of Public Works and Highways under the
current General Appropriations Act thereafter such expense as may be needed for its
repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES \

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and\—
Representative Maximo B. Rodriquez, Jr.

House Bill No, 4071

EXPLANATORY NOTE

mney

Cagayan de Oro City, a gateway to Northern Mindanao and known as the “City of
Golden Friendship,” is considered among the most affiuent cities in the country today
because of its abundance in both natural and human resources.

Surprisingly, a city rich in history and exceptional cultural heritage like Cagayan de
Oro has no cultural center to showcase its unique cultural heritage. The city has no museum
to house and protect all the artifacts, relics, works of art and the multitude of other objects
which symbolize and represent the heritage of the past, present and future of its residents.

Much of Cagayan de Oro's historical artifacts and objects, with irreplaceable cultural
significance, are scattered throughout the city and adjacent provinces. Most are already in

advanced state of deterioration. These objects may soon just disappear and be lost of future
generations unless immediate action is taken

Thus, the establishment of a cultural center and museum in the City of Cagayan de
Oro is imperative to perpetuate and protect its local history, tradition and values, cultural
heritage and regional identity.

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

Udy
RUFUS B. ROD! EZ

wey
nvanet ps, JR.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and

Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.
4071

House Bill No.

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A CULTURAL CENTER AND MUSEUM IN THE CITY OF CAGAYAN DE
ORO, PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL

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

SECTION 1. Establishment. — There shall be established, under the supervision of
the National Museum, a cultural center and museum in the City of Cagayan de Oro to be
known as the Cagayan de Oro City Cultural Center and Museum.

SEC. 2. Site Selection. - The Sangguniang Panglungsod of the City of Cagayan de
ro, in coordination with the Director of the National Museum, shall choose the site of the
Cagayan de Oro City Cuttural Center and Museum

SEC. 3. Appropriations. - The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act
shall be charged to the current appropriations for the National Museum. Thereafter, such
sum as may be necessary for the continuous operation and maintenance of the cultural
center and museum shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act

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

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

4707

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Local Government Code (R.A. 7160) Sec. 521 thereof provides that it may be
mandatorily reviewed at least once every five (5) years and as often as it may be deemed
necessary.

One of the provisions in said Code with regard to education is the use of the Special
Education Fund (SEF) such that in the enhancement of school needs and social exposures of
the students in the public schools or educational institutions the utilization of the SEF would
have omitted the specific items of school supplies and extra-curricular activities. Such being
the case, many public schools having utilized their SEF to accommodate such education
needs of school supplies and the promotion of educational exposure on extra-curricular
activities are always facing and experiencing the contentious issues of disallowed
expenditures although they form parts and components of scholastie formation.

‘Thus, the need to amend Sec. 272 of the Local Government Code to correct and
rectify the aforesaid material omissions in the promotion of education and welfare of the
students in the public schools.

As such, the approval of this Bill is eamestly sought.

Aa

REP. EVELIO R, LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City



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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4707

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 272 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160 OTHERWISE KNOWN
AS THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991

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

SECTION 1. Section 272 of Republic Act No. 7160 known as the Local
Government Code of 1991 is hereby amended as follows:

“SECTION 272. Application of Proceeds of the Additional One Percent SEF
Tax. - 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,
educational research, purchase of books, school supplies, and periodicals, and sports
development and extra-curricular activities as determined and approved by the
ocal school board.”

SECTION 2. All laws, executive orders, rules and regulations, or any part thereof
inconsistent herewith are deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette ot in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

~ Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. 4429
EXPLANATORY NOTE

According to retired bishop Oscar Cruz, “If jueteng was not only a moral shame but a
fearsome social cancer then, it is very much more so during these times since Small Town
Lottery (STL) became its intimate buddy, making themselves an awesome and fearful
pairing. STL is used as a cover-up for jueteng. Furthermore, it is a categorical certainty that
the pairing is under the command of exactly the same long-operating jueteng lords
themselves. And as a deadly matter of course, STL uses the jueteng hierarchical structure
itself, giving payola to the same protectors In the persons of infamous local public officials
and police authorities.”

It therefore seems that many legitimate STL operators are using their STL franchises
to operate jueteng because jueteng generates more “income” for the operators, And if this is
the case, then it would be more prudent if STL is prohibited as it gives jueteng operators a
legal front to cover up their illegal activities. Also the police forces and other government
agencies tasked to eradicate jueteng would have a harder time determining which is legal
and which is not.

Cruz further said that the new "Loterya ng Bayan” that will only end up being front for
jueteng operators and a cash cow for corrupt government officials. He said that “the Loterya
will only be used for jueteng operations because these bets are more profitable than the
legal lottery”

In view of the foregoing, immediate passage of this bil is eamestly requested.

RUFYS B. RO! EZ

MAXIMO B. ROI VEZ, JR.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

“Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House BillNo. 4429

AN ACT
PROHIBITING ALL LOTERYA NG BAYAN OPERATIONS ALL OVER THE PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 1. All Loterya ng Bayan operations, however named or called, and other variants
of said lottery are hereby prohibited and declared illegal.

SEC, 2. All contracts and franchises currently entered Into by the Philippine Charity
Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) with operators of Loterya ng Bayan are hereby rescinded.

SEC. 3. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part hereof, is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provisions not otherwise affected shall
remain valid and subsisting.

SEC. 4. Repealing Clause. — Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive order,
letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to or inconsistent with the
provisions of the Act is hereby repealed, modified, or amended accordingly,

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

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. 4058

EXPLANATORY NOTE

According to retired bishop Oscar Cruz, ‘if jueteng was not only a moral shame but a
fearsome social cancer then, it is very much more so during these times since Small Town
Lottery (STL) became its intimate buddy, making themselves an awesome and fearful
pairing. STL is used as a cover-up for jueteng. Furthermore, it is a categorical certainty that
the pairing is under the command of exactly the same long-operating jueteng lords
themselves. And as a deadly matter of course, STL uses the jueteng hierarchical structure
itself, giving payola to the same protectors in the persons of infamous local public officials
and police authorities.”

It therefore seems that many legitimate STL operators are using their STL franchises
to operate jueteng because jueteng generates more “income” for the operators. And if this is
the case, then it would be more prudent if STL is prohibited as it gives jueteng operators a
legal front to cover up their illegal activities. Also the police forces and other government
agencies tasked to eradicate jueteng would have a harder time determining which is legal
and which is not.

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

“i

RUFUS B. RODRIGUEZ
Ko

wom IGUEZ, JR.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. 4058

AN ACT
PROHIBITING ALL SMALL TOWN LOTTERY OPERATIONS ALL OVER THE
PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 4. All Small Town Lottery (STL) operations, however named or called, and other
variants of said lottery are hereby prohibited and declared illegal.

SEC. 2. All contracts and franchises currently entered into by the Philippine Charity
‘Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) with operators of STL are hereby rescinded,

SEC. 3. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part hereof, is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provisions not otherwise affected shall
remain valid and subsisting

SEC. 4. Repealing Clause. — Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive order,
letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to or inconsistent with the
provisions of the Actis hereby repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

SEC. 5, Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
inat least two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO._ 4780

Introduced by HONORABLE LANI M, REVILLA

EXPLANATORY NOTE
‘The Constitution, Article XIII, Section 11 states:

“SECTION 11. The State shall adopt an integrated and
comprehensive approach to health development which shall endeavor to
make essential goods, health and other social services available to all the
people at affordable cost. There shall be priority for the needs of the
underprivileged sick, elderly, disabled, women, and children, The State
shall endeavor to provide free medical care to paupers.”

Pursuant to Republic Act 9727, the Province of Cavite was reapportioned from
three (3) legislative districts into seven (7) legislative districts. Given the increase of
population and the congestion of people in the area, there is a need to create a district
hospital that would provide the people with priority health care services and
hospitalization. Currently, Cavitenos go to Las Pifas and Muntinlupa to address their
ical needs. Unfortunately, these hospitals, with its limited budget, medical personnel,
ies and equipment, could not meet the extensive demands of the people which
ts the delivery of quality and effective hospital services to its growing clientele.
There is therefore a need to establish a district hospital in the newly created Second
Congressional District of the Province of Cavite.

Hence, the approval of this bill is carnestly sought.

M—

REK JANI MERCADO-REVILLA
2" District, Cavite


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRE!
Second Regular Session

> BILL NO._ 4780

HOUS

Introduced by HONORABLE LANI M. REVILLA

AN ACT
HOSPITAL

TABLISHING A ONE HUNDRED (100) BED CAPACITY

NN BARANGAY HABAY 2 IN THE CITY OF BACOOR,
“AVITE, TO BE KNOWN AS THE BACOOR DISTRICT.
AL, 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 one hundred (100) bed capacity hospital in
Barangay Habay 2, City of Bacoor, Province of Cavite to be known as the Bacoor
District Hospital;

Sec. 2. The local government unit concerned shall provide funding for the
establishment of the Bacoor District Hospital. The Secretary of Health shall include in the
Department's subsidy program, support for the capital outlay requirements of the said
District Hospital

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

4044

Introduced by HONORABLE BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON

HOUSE BILL NO.__*

This bill seeks for the establishment of a maternal and child specialized hospitals in the
municipalities of San Remigio and Tabogon, both in the 4 District of the Province of Cebu.

Pregnancy and child birth are very critical stages of a woman’s life. Thus, efforts
should be focused to improve the physical and mental health, safety and well-being of the
mother. This way, maternal death due to pregnancy-related causes will be avoided. Equally
important is the welfare of the newborn. Moms should have access to essential newborn care
system to eliminate cases of newborn deaths especially to those with special health needs.

‘The municipalities of San Remigio and Tabogon are at present wanting of a health care
facility capable of providing comprehensive health and medical care to mothers and their
newborn. A mother and child specialized hospital needs to be established in these areas. Th
so essential considering that the number of child birth in these areas has significantly increased
through the years.

Thus, the early passage and approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

/ENHUR L. SALIMBANGON


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Fifteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4044

Introduced by HONORABLE BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON.

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MATERNAL AND CHILD
SPECIALZED HOSPITALS IN THE MUNICIPALITIES SAN REMIGIO AND
TABOGON, BOTH IN THE 4™ DISTRICT OF THE PROVINCE OF CEBU, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the joint supervision of the Department of
Health and the Municipalities of San Remigio and Tabogon, respectively , a maternal and child
specialty hospitals in the municipalities mentioned.

SECTION 2. The Department of Health shall immediately include in the Department's
program the operationalization of the maternal and child specialty hospitals in the
municipalities of San Remigio and Tabogon, the initial funding of which shall be charged
against the current year’s appropriations of the Department of Health. Thereafter, the amount
necessary for the continued operation of the maternal and child specialty hospitals shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Health shall issue such rules and regulations as may be
necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least
two (2) national newspaper of general circulation.

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

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4703

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA,

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Under R.A. 7722, CHED is mandated to promote quality education; take appropriate
steps to ensure that education shall be accessible to all, and ensure and protect academic
freedom for the continuing intellectual growth, the advancement of learning and research, the
development of responsible and effective leadership, the education of high level
professionals, and the enrichment of historical and cultural heritage.

Considering that there are sixty (60) colleges and universities in Negros Occidental, a
CHED Office situated in Bacolod City will allow numerous college students to easily avail of
any benefit the CHED may offer and for purposes of graduation, its presence will expedite
the processing of Special Orders and other requirements pertinent to the taking of
professional board exams and bar exams and expenses to be incurred in such processing will
accordingly be minimized

Overall, easier access to various CHED services for the thousands of students,
teachers and the academe community in general would mean a more efficient and effective
educational system.

As such, the approval of this Bill is earnestly sought

Aa

REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City


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

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4703

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA *

ANACT
ESTABLISHING A COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION (CHED) OFFICE IN
THE LONE DISTRICT OF BACOLOD CITY, PROVINCE OF NEGROS
OCCIDENTAL, 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. There shall be established a Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
Office in Bacolod City.

SEC. 2. The Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education shall issue the necessary
rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

SEC.3. The Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education shall immediately include in
the Department’s programs the operationalization of the CHED Office in Bacolod City, the funding
of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4723

_ Introduced by Representative Catherine Barcelona-Reyes, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Philippines is a country of 7,107 islands, each of which contains its own
wonders which may be showcased to the rest of the world. The State acknowledges the
value of tourism in developing a self-reliant and independent national economy effectively
controlled by Filipinos and must take steps in order to promote the beauty of this country

and at the same time sustain it for future generations.

Among the many wonders this country brings are the famed zigzag roads along the
Maharlika Highway within the province of Camarines Norte. These roads, which snake in a
zigzag pattern consisting of road curves and tightly hair-pinned turns offer an exquisite
mountain driving experience, giving a majestic view of the scenic environment and of the
other tourist destinations in the province. To promote the tourism industry, this Act seeks to

declare Camarines Norte

s the “Zigzag Capital of the Philippines”, recognizing the unique

beauty that this province offers.

The immediate passage of this measure is earnestly sought.

HON. CATHERIME BARQELONA-REYES, MD
First District, Camiarines Norte
Representative


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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

4723

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Catherine Barcelona-Reyes, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE PROVINCE OF CAMARINES NORTE AS THE
ZIGZAG CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES

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

Congress assembled:

Section 1. Short title. This Act shall be known as the “Camarines Norte as the
Zigzag Capital Act.”

Section 2, Declaration of Policy. The State recognizes the value of tourism in
developing a self-reliant and independent national economy effectively controlled by

Filipinos.

Section 3. Zigzag Capital of the Philippines. Pursuant to the State’s interest in
promoting tourism within the country, the Province of Camarines Norte is hereby declared

as and shall be called the “Zigzag Capital of the Philippines.”

Section 4, Separability Clause, If any clause, provision, paragraph, or part
thereof shall be declared unconstitutional or invalid, such judgment shall not affect,

invalidate, or impair any other part thereof but such judgment shall merely be confined to


such clause, provision, paragraph or part directly involved in the controversy in which such
judgment has been rendered.

Section 5. Repealing Clause. All other laws, decrees, executive orders and other
administrative issuances and parts thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions of this

Act are hereby modified, superseded, or repealed accordingly.

Section 6. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a major daily newspaper of national circulation in

the Philippines.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16") CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

4897

House Bill No.

Introduced by: HON. AMADO 8. BAGATSING

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to rename Cabildo St, in Intramuros Manila to Capt. Gregorio Oca
Street in recognition of Capt. Oca’s selfless and tireless support for the welfare and benefits
of the Filipino seafarer and the maritime community,

Captain Oca organized the Associated Marine Officers’ Union of the Philippines
(AMOUP) on Nov 11, 1960 with Phil. Transport General Workers’ Organization (PTGWO)
as the mother federation, to help address the sad plight of the lowly paid Filipino seafarer
who had little protection from the hazards of his profession such as sickness, accident and
death. In 1970, or ten years thereafter, AMOUP merged with the Associated Seamen's Union
of the Philippines (ASUP) to form one cohesive organization and eventually affiliated itself
with the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITWE), a move that significantly
improved work conditions and membership growth,

He passed away in November 2010, Today, membership stands at over 100,000 and
our maritime community boasts of a Seamen’s Center, Seamen’s Hospital and Sailor’s Home
Manila all located at Cabildo Street Intramuros Manila. Indeed, Captain Oca’s dream of
providing more socialized benefits has come true and he has helped the Filipino seafarer earn
the respect and admiration of the global maritime community. His son, Dr. Conrado F. Oca,
now heads AMOSUP to continue the journey his father has started.

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

LE

AMADO S. BAGATSING
Representative
5! District, Manila


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

House Bill No.

Introduced by: HON. AMADO S. BAGATSIN

AN ACT
RENAMING CABILDO STREET IN INTRAMUROS MANILA TO CAPT.
GREGORIO S, OCA STREET AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

Section 1. The present Cabildo Street is hereby renamed a

the new “Capt. Gregorio
S. Oca Street.”

sction 2. Under this Act, Cabildo Street in Intramuros, Manila is renamed as “Capt.
rio S. Oca Street” in fitting tribute to his invaluable contribution to the Filipino
maritime community.

Section 3. This Act shall take effet sixty (60) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette and in at least three (3) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
FIRST REGULAR SESSION )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No__4384

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Cagayan de Oro City has been declared as one of the emerging cities of tomorrow in
the world by the United Nations, This becomes more evident with the fast development and
increase in population and economic activities which, unfortunately means that the City is
experiencing traffic congestion in its central business districts. Aside from the inconvenience,
business losses are incurred by all its residents.

‘One possible solution is to improve and add additional roads in the City. The
proposed J.R. Borja Extension from Gusa to Puerto at Sayre Highway is one such
improvement. This proposed road shall be a four-lane road spanning 10 kms, 5 bridges
(400m) from Gusa to Puerto and 3 flyovers at Malasag Road leading to the Malasag
Ecopark, Umalag Road leading to the PAGASA Observatory and Indahag Road leading to
Barangay Indahag and which would connect the existing J.R. Borja extension to the CDO
Coastal Road.

This proposed project will decongest traffic along the CDO-Butuan Road.

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

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MAXIMO B. Rt


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
FIRST REGULAR SESSION )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B, Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No__ 4384

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE J.R. BORJA EXTENSION ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The construction of the J.R. Borja Extension Road from Gusa to Puerto at
Sayre Highway is hereby mandated.

SEC. 2. This road shall be a four-lane road spanning 10 kms, 5 bridges (400m) from Gusa to
Puerto and 3 flyovers at Malasag Road leading to the Malasag Ecopark, Umalag Road
leading to the PAGASA Observatory and Indahag Road leading to Barangay Indahag and
which would connect the existing J.R. Borja extension to the CDO Coastal Road.

SEC 3. The Department of Public Works and Highways is hereby directed to implement the
planning and construction of the J.R. Borja Extension Road from Gusa to Puerto at Sayre
Highway.

SEC 4. The amount of One Billion and Nine Hundred Twenty Million Pesos
(P1,920,000,000) necessary for the construction of the J.R. Borja Extension Road from
Gusa to Puerto at Sayre Highway shall be included in the budget of the Department of
Public Works and Highways in the General Appropriations Act.

SEC 6. 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

27 MAR 2014

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS Raw
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4266

Introduced by HON, GIORGIDI B. AGGABAO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Rizal East-Gomez-Camarag-Patanad-Villaflor
Provincial Road in the Municipality of San Isidro, Province of Isabela into a national
road which shall be under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH). This road will connect San Isidro with the adjoining
Municipality of Alicia.

Considering the vital role the said roads play in the process of development, it is not
enough that they are constructed; they must also be properly maintained. Without
good roads, commercial transactions and other economic activities are unduly
affected, Withal, consideration of this bill would stir up economic activities in the
adjoining municipalities of San Isidro and Alicia as it would make trade, commerce
and transport accessible to farmers and merchants doing business in both towns.

Approval of this bill is, therefore, eamestly requested.

GIORGIDI B. ABGABAO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

4286

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HON. GIORGIDI B. AGGABAO.

AN ACT.

CONVERTING THE RIZAL EAST-GOMEZ-
CAMARAG-PATANAD-VILLAFLOR = PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF SAN ISIDRO, PROVINCE OF ISABELA INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD.

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

SECTION 1, The Rizal East-Gomez-Camarag-Patanad-Villaflor Provincial Road in
the Municipality of San Isidro, Province of Isabela, is hereby converted into a national
road,

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

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effects 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

4520

HOUSE BILL NO. _

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M, SAHALIT

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Batu-Batu ~ Balimbing ~ Sumbilang Road from a
provincial road to a national road.

The road is a strategic component of a planned Tawi-Tawi Circumferential Road
that will connect the province’s contiguous municipalities of Bongao, Panglima Sugala,
Languyan and parts of Sapa-Sapa and Tandubas, It is an unfinished road, with most of its
segments still not paved nor graveled,

‘The road is also in poor condition because of lack of maintenance brought about
by lack of funds

‘And, yet, the need to repair or upgrade the said road is not only indispensable but
immediate. These places (Batu-Batu, Balimbing and Sumbilang) are primary producers
of agricultural products and-that which make-Panglima Sugala the veritable Food Basket
of Tawi-Tawi. Batu-Bata, itself, the municipality's capital town is also the official capital
of the province

Both the Panglima Sugala Municipal Government and the Tawi-Tawi Provincial
Government do not have enough funds for the repair or upgrading and maintenance of the
said road, The national government has to provide funding assistance through a budget
appropriation.

‘And this can only be possible if the road is converted into a national road.
Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.

RUBYMSAHALL

Lone District of Tawi-Tawi


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGR
First Regular Sess

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HOUSE BILL NO. __ 4520

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALT

AN ACT CONVERTING BATU-BATU — BALIMBING - SUMBILANG ROAD AS
A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The 25 kilometer Batu-Batu ~ Balimbing — Sumbilang Road in the
Province of Tawi-Tawi is hereby converted into a national road under the jurisdiction and
supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the improvement of said road shall be
charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways under
the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter such sum as may be necessary for its
repair and maintenance 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.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon-City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

‘ 4524

HOUSE BILL NO. __

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALIT

EXPLANATORY NOTE.

This bill seeks to convert Bongao Junction — Lamion ~ Tubig Tanah — Simandagit
Road from a provincial road to a national road.

This is a road that has great impact on the economy and well-being of Bongao, the
province’s commercial hub and, as well as, momentary seat of government (Batu-Batu in
Panglima Sugala is the official capital of the province). It is now in poor condition, very
much needing repair and rehabilitation, For instance, the concrete pavements are already
dilapidated, gaping cracks are everywhere and, even, the culverts are stuck full with mud
and garbage. And, yet, transport of people and goods (i.c., with land transport vehicles) to
and from the adjacent barangays is on hourly basis. It is a busy road.

‘The road connects Barangays Poblacion, Pagasa and Fisheries with Barangays
‘Tubig Mampallam, Lamion, Tubig Tanah, Tubig Boh and Simandagit. These are densely
populated communities, thus, the heavy movement of people and goods. Its impact to
commerce and industry is obvious,

The road must now be repaired or upgraded to meet standards, so it could better
serve its intended purpose.

As there are not enough provincial funds even for the maintenance of the said
road, much more for its general rehabilitation or upgrading, the Provincial Government
has to source out funds from the national government or concerned agencies. The road,
then has to be converted to a national road to receive the needed funding.

RUBY M. SAHALT
Lone District of Tawi-Tawi

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL’NO. ___ A524

TATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

INTRODUCED BY REPRE!

AN ACT CONVERTING BONGAO JUNCTION - LAMION - TUBIG TANAH —
SIMANDAGIT ROAD AS A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The 4 kilometer Bongao Junction - Lamion - Tubig Tanah -
Simandagit Road in the Province of Tawi-Tawi is hereby converted into a national road
under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the improvement of said road shall be
charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways under
the current General Appropriations Act, Thereafter such sum as may be necessary for its
repair and maintenance 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,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTHCONGRESS
First Regular Session

4088

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced byHON. JOSEPHINE Y. RAMIREZ SATO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare November 15 of every year a special non-
working public holiday in the Province of Occidental Mindoro to
commemorate its foundation day.

On June 13, 1950, Occidental Mindoro was officially declared a province
by virtue of Republic Act 505, The passage of the Republic Act also mandated
the division of Mindoro into two provinces ~ Occidental Mindoro and Oriental
Mindoro. On October 4, 2012, President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III signed
Proclamation No. 484 declaring November 15, 2012 as a special (non-working)
day for the Province of Occidental Mindoro. This gave an opportunity to the
people of Occidental Mindoro to celebrate and participate in the occasion with
appropriate ceremonies.

‘This bill seeks to declare November 15 of every year as a special non-
working holiday in Occidental Mindoro to enable its residents and local officials
to fully participate in the festivities prepared by the local government in
commemoration of the Province’s Foundation Anniversary.

Inview of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

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JOSEPAINEJY. RAMIRYZ/SATO.
Représentatffe
Lone Distri¥t of|Occidental Mindoro


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTHCONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No._4088

Introduced byHON. JOSEPHINE Y. RAMIREZ SATO

“AN ACT DECLARING NOVEMBER FIFTEEN OF EVERY YEAR AS A
SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF
OCCIDENTAL MINDORO TO COMMEMORATE ITS FOUNDATION
ANNIVERSARY.”

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

Section 1. November fifteen (15) of every year is hereby declared as a
special non-working holiday in the Province of Occidental Mindoro to
commemorate its Foundation Anniversary.

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

Approved,