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Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
Twentieth Congress 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 2084 
Introduced by Representative Antonio “Tonypet” T. Albano 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The bill seeks to convert the Ilagan-Divilacan provincial road in the 
Province of Isabela into a national road. 
The Ilagan-Divilacan provincial road starts from Station 2+740, 
Barangay Sindon Bayabo in the City of Ilagan, Isabela, passing through the 
foothills of the 359,486 hectares Northern Sierra Madre ranges, and ends in 
Station 78+226.549, Dicatian Village in the Municipality of Divilacan, 
Isabela. Road construction of Ilagan-Divilacan road started in March 2016 
and it has a length of 75.486549 kilometers. 
The road is envisioned to enhance the accessibility of the coastal 
towns of Palanan, Divilacan, Maconacon and Dinapigue from the mainland. 
This proposed road conversion is attuned to the mandate of the 
Department of Public Works and Highways to open national road networks 
that serve as vital infrastructure to improve linkages among localities and 
reduce winding routes to and from destinations. This road conversion will 
directly boost socio-economic development in the area as it will open a major 
artery for more income generating activities related to agriculture, tourism, 
livelihood enterprise and transportation. 
Hence, the immediate approval of this bill is earnestly requested. 
ANTONIO “TONYPET” T. ALBANO 
July 17, 2025
4:00 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
Twentieth Congress 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 2084 
Introduced by Representative Antonio “Tonypet” T. Albano 
AN ACT 
CONVERTING THE ILAGAN-DIVILACAN PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE 
PROVINCE OF ISABELA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD, AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Ilagan-Divilacan road in the Province of 
1 
Isabela is hereby converted into a national road under the 
2 
supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways. 
3 
SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall 
4 
include in the Department’s program the improvement, repair and 
5 
maintenance of the said road, the funding of which shall be included 
6 
in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
7 
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
8 
publication in the Official gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of 
9 
general circulation. 
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Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
         HOUSE BILL NO. 2930
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE AUDREY KAY T. ZUBIRI
AN ACT 
PROHIBITING THE USE OF PYRAMID SCHEMES OR CHAIN DISTRIBUTION 
PLANS IN DOING BUSINESS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES THEREFORE AND 
FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Pyramid sales schemes or chain distribution plans have proliferated in the Philippines 
for years, preying on the hopes and aspirations of ordinary Filipinos seeking legitimate means 
of livelihood. With about 67% Filipinos encountering financial scams each month\ these 
fraudulent schemes lure individuals with promises of quick and high returns, requiring them 
to invest substantial sums of money with the condition of recruiting others into the same plan. 
Often disguised as legitimate multi-level marketing (MLM) or networking businesses, 
these operations derive profit not from the actual sale of goods or services, but primarily from 
recruitment and entry fees, thereby causing significant financial losses to unsuspecting 
victims. 
While Republic Act No. 7394 or the "Consumer Act of the Philippines" expressly 
prohibits the employment of pyramid sales schemes in sale of consumer products, the existing 
laws still lack of a clear and comprehensive legal framework regulating these pyramid sales 
schemes. This has allowed these illegal schemes to persist, evolve, and target more victims, 
especially those in vulnerable economic situations 
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authorities-gasa-study/ 
August 4, 2025
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular S@N9P. 
House Bill No. 
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Introduced by District Representative Nelson S. Legacion 
Third Congressional District, Camarines Sur 
AN ACT INCREASING THE BED CAPACITY OF THE BICOL MEDICAL CENTER 
FROM ONE THOUSAND (1,000) BEDS TO TWO THOUSAND BEDS (2,000), 
UPGRADING ITS SERVICE FACILITIES AND PROFESSIONAL HEAL TH CARE 
SERVICES, AUTHORIZING THE INCREASE OF ITS MEDICAL WORKFORCE 
COMPLEMENT, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT 11478, AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled 
Section 1. Increase in Bed Capacity. - The existing bed capacity of the Bicol 
Medical Center (BMC), located in Naga City, Camarines Sur, is hereby increased from 
One Thousand (1,000) to Two Thousand (2,000) beds. The Secretary of Health shall 
implement the increase in bed capacity of the BMC consistent with the Development 
plan of the hospital. 
Section 2. Upgrade of Service Facilities. -The existing hospital facilities and 
professional health care services of the BMC are also hereby upgraded and increased to 
conform with and be commensurate to the bed capacity increase as provided for in 
Section 1 hereof. 
Section 3. Increase in Personnel. - Upon consultation with the management of
the BMC, the Secretary of Health shall, in coordination with the Secretary of Budget and
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Lumbog, 
Municipality of Margosatubig, Province of Zamboanga del Sur. 
Pursuant to Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution, the State 
recognizes every citizen’s right to quality education and must take appropriate 
steps to ensure its accessibility at all levels.  Section 2 of the same Article 
further mandates the establishment and maintenance of a free public 
education system at the elementary and secondary levels. 
By addressing the barangay’s geographic challenges and the inadequate 
availability of national high schools, this measure ensures that its residents—
particularly young learners—can fully exercise their constitutional right to 
uninterrupted, quality secondary education. 
JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
July 28, 2025
8:20 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LUMBOG, 
MUNICIPALITY OF MARGOSATUBIG, PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA DEL 
SUR TO BE KNOWN AS LUMBOG NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
Section 1.  There is hereby established, under the supervision of the 
Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Lumbog, 
Municipality of Margosatubig, Province of Zamboanga del Sur to be known as 
Lumbog National High School. 
Section 2.  The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Lumbog National High 
School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General 
Appropriations Act. 
Section 3.  Within ninety (90) days from the approval of his Act, the 
Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act.  Such implementing rules and 
regulations shall provide for the school’s organization, administration, 
operations and management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155 or 
the “Governance of Basic Education of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the 
“Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013”, and other basic education-related 
laws. 
Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No,_2622

Introduced by Representative KATRINA CHUA -

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Latap Elementary School in Barangay Limpapa, Zamboanga
City into an integrated school to be known as the Latap Integrated School.

The proposed conversion, as endorsed by the Department of Education (DepEd) - Schools
Division of Zamboanga City, aims to provide continuity and expanded access to basic education
in the city. This transition is expected to enhance educational delivery, streamline administration,
and address the growing needs of the local student population.

Under this measure, all existing personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of Latap
Elementary School shall be transferred to the newly established Latap Integrated School. The
DepEd shall ensure the school’s operationalization, including funding under the annual General
Appropriations Act. Furthermore, the Secretary of Education is mandated to issue the
implementing rules and regulations in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155, or the “Governance
of Basic Education Act of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the “Enhanced Basic Education Act
of 2013”, and other basic education-related laws.

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

‘ATRINA CHUA - TAL
Ist District of Zamboanga City



Republic of the Philippines
IIOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2622

Introduced by Representative KATRINA CHUA - TAL

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE LATAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LIMPAPA,
ZAMBOANGA CITY INTO AN INTEGRATED SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS THE
LATAP INTEGRATED SCHOOL, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Latap Elementary School in Barangay Limpapa, Zamboanga City is
hereby converted into an integrated school to be known as the Latap Integrated School.

SEC. 2. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the Latap Elementary School are
hereby transferred to and absorbed by the Latap Integrated School.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department’s program
the operationalization of the Latap Integrated School, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Within ninety days (90) from the approval of this Act, the Secretary of Education
shall formulate the rules and regulations implementing the provisions of this Act. Such
implementing rules and regulations shall provide for the school’s organization, administration,
operations and management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155, or the “Governance of
Basic Education Act of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the “Enhanced Basic Education Act of
2013”, and other basic education-related laws.

SEC. 5. 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, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _2829

Introduced by Rep. FERDINAND ALEXANDER A. MARCOS.
1* District, Ilocos Norte

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare September 11 of every year a special non-
working holiday in the Province of Ilocos Norte in commemoration of the birth
anniversary of Former President Ferdinand Edralin Marcos.

A brilliant man, World War II veteran, distinguished legislator and a
visionary president, “Apo Lakay”, as he is held in high esteem, was born on
September 11, 1917 in Sarrat, Hocos Norte. As a Filipino leader, his
accomplishments in nation-building are unparalleled.

It has been said that with or without a special holiday declaration, the birth
anniversary is being celebrated annually by the Ilokano community to
commemorate the former president’s life, works and outstanding contributions to
national development. However, it is but fitting and proper that the people of the
province be formally given the opportunity to celebrate and participate in the
occasion with appropriate ceremonies without having the need to undergo the
process of requesting the issuance of a presidential proclamation for the purpose.

Similar measures have been filed and were approved on Third and Final
Reading by the House of Representatives during the 17" and 18"" Congress.

In view of the foregoing reasons, the immediate approval of this bill is

camestly sought.

.
FERDINAND ALEXANDER A. MARCOS


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

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. 2829

Introduced by Rep. FERDINAND ALEXANDER A. MARCOS
1* District, Ilocos Norte

AN ACT

DECLARING SEPTEMBER 11 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOCOS
NORTE IN COMMEMORATION OF THE _ BIRTH
ANNIVERSARY OF FORMER PRESIDENT FERDINAND
EDRALIN MARCOS, TO BE KNOWN AS “PRESIDENT
FERDINAND EDRALIN MARCOS 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 nonworking holiday in the Province of Ilocos Norte in
commemoration of the birth anniversary of former President Ferdinand
Edralin Marcos, to be known as “President Ferdinand Edralin Marcos

Day

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

Approved,
RECEIVED

Republic of the Philippines

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House of Representatives a

Quezon City, Metro Manila

Twentieth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 2015
Introduced by Representative Ma. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This measure seeks to amend Republic Act No. 9645, “Commemoration
of the Founding Anniversary of Iglesia Ni Cristo Act.” Specifically, an
amendment (at Section 3) to elevate Iglesia Ni Cristo Day from a working
holiday to nonworking-day holiday status.

The Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) is an independent Nontrinitarian Christian
church with an estimated membership today of nearly three million worldwide.

In 2009, Republic Act No. 9645 was enacted declaring July 27 a
working-holiday to honor Iglesia Ni Cristo’s founding 95 years prior.

While the organization does provide for its members spiritual guidance,
community-building efforts based on shared values and the promotion thereof,
and programs to promote civil participation, it also contributes equally or more
so to society at large.

Contributions include social services and programs for disaster relief,
education, and healthcare; architectural contributions that reshape and beautify
our national landscape; significant cultural funding and support in our music,
arts, and letters; robust environmental activism to promote sustainable practices
and conservation; livelihood initiatives accruing to the benefit of church
members and non-members alike, and team-sports sponsorship and events to
promote physical fitness and healthy competitive values.


In special recognition of these larger efforts — redounding to the benefit of
all — do we seek to bestow the honorific of non-working holiday status to Iglesia
Ni Cristo Day.

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

MA. RENE ANN'L' ES G. MATIBAG


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Twentieth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 2015

Introduced by Representative Ma. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag

AN ACT
DECLARING JULY 27 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NATIONAL
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN COMMEMORATION OF THE
FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO IN THE
PHILIPPINES

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

SECTION 1. Sec. 3 of Republic Act No. 9645 is hereby amended to read

as follows:
“SEC. 3. National Holiday. - July 27 of every year is

hereby declared as a special national non-working holiday in

commemoration of the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni

Cristo in the Philippines.”

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. — All other laws, decrees, executive
orders, and rules and regulations contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions

of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.


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SECTION 3. Effectivity. - 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 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Pulang 
Bato, Municipality of Bayog, Province of Zamboanga del Sur. 
Pursuant to Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution, the State 
recognizes every citizen’s right to quality education and must take appropriate 
steps to ensure its accessibility at all levels.  Section 2 of the same Article 
further mandates the establishment and maintenance of a free public 
education system at the elementary and secondary levels. 
By addressing the barangay’s geographic challenges and the inadequate 
availability of national high schools, this measure ensures that its residents—
particularly young learners—can fully exercise their constitutional right to 
uninterrupted, quality secondary education. 
JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
July 28, 2025
8:20 am
2350


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY PULANG 
BATO, MUNICIPALITY OF BAYOG, PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR 
TO BE KNOWN AS PULANG BATO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
Section 1.  There is hereby established, under the supervision of the 
Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Pulang Bato, 
Municipality of Bayog, Province of Zamboanga del Sur to be known as Pulang 
Bato National High School. 
Section 2.  The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Pulang Bato National 
High School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General 
Appropriations Act. 
Section 3.  Within ninety (90) days from the approval of his Act, the 
Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act.  Such implementing rules and 
regulations shall provide for the school’s organization, administration, 
operations and management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155 or 
the “Governance of Basic Education of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the 
“Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013”, and other basic education-related 
laws. 
Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. -
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Introduced by HON. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARI CA 
4
TH DISTRICT, BULACAN 
AN ACT 
PROMOTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE BAMBOO INDUSTRY BY 
STRENGTHENING THE PHILIPPINE BAMBOO INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT 
COUNCIL, CREATING THE BAMBOO INDUSTRY RESEARCH AND 
DEVELOPMENT CENTER, PROVIDING INCENTIVES FOR BAMBOO PLANTATION 
DEVELOPMENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to promote the growth and development of the Philippine bamboo 
industry, make it more competitive in foreign markets, and enable it to become a major revenue 
and employment. It mandates the Philippine Bamboo Industry Council as the body that shall 
provide the overall policy and program directions of the bamboo industry and coordinate the 
activities of government bodies to ensure the success of the industry. It also provides incentives 
to investors in plantation development and bamboo processing factories. 
The development of the Philippine bamboo industry will also allow the propagation of 
the bamboo plant which could help us adapt to climate change, i.e., protect us against extreme 
weather events and disasters. Growing bamboo can reduce the sensitivity of ecosystems and 
help to rehabilitate degraded lands. With its specially adapted roots that grow along the surface 
of the soil, called rhizomes, bamboo spreads slowly outward from the original planting. These 
are called clumping bamboos. On the other hand, non-clumping or running bamboo has long 
rhizomes that can send up new shoots many feet from the original planting. These may 
minimize the impact of gusty winds during storms. Studies indicate that bamboo can sequester 
more carbon than comparable fast growing trees. Bamboos likewise show that it has the 
potential to grow on degraded land; as such bamboo offers an option to be included in 
afforestation or reforestation schemes. 
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July 29, 2025
8:08 am
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

‘TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2361

House Bill No.

Introduced by
Honorable Nelson S. Legacion
Representative, 3rd District, Camarines Sur

EXPLANATORY NOTE

While a road section of Queborac, Brgy. Bagumbayan Sur, in Naga City, has
already seen widening and improvement works since the early part of 2025, that parties
from crossing of Bagumbayan Sur up to the Boundary of Naga City and Camaligan,
Camarines Sur, consisting of only one (1) kilometer distance, is not yet a nationally
declared road. It remains under local jurisdiction for maintenance and funding.

Notably, another related route — commonly called the Haring-Dugcal-Sua Road,
which connects the Municipality of Canaman to neighboring Camaligan town via
Queborac and Bagumbayan Sur in Naga City -was proposed as a national secondary
road under House Bill 1022 in 2010; but as of date, the bill has yet to be enacted into
law, which leaves the Queborac-Camaligan Road beyond the ambit of the national
highway network.

Considering the importance of the Queborac-Camaligan Road in terms of a more
convenient conveyance of commuters, business and products between Naga City and
Camaligan, as well as the other affected adjoining towns and barangays in between


within the Third Congressional District of Camarines Sur, approval of this bill is
earnestly sought.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 23 61

Introduced by
Honorable Nelson S. Legacion
Representative, 3rd District, Camarines Sur

AN ACT CONVERTING THE QUEBORAC-CAMALIGAN ROAD CONNECTING
NAGA CITY AND THE MUNICIPALITY OF CAMALIGAN IN THE PROVINCE OF
CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Queborac-Camaligan Road that connects the City of Naga and
the Municipality of Camaligan, both situated in the 3° Congressional District of
Camarines Sur, is hereby converted 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
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 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
national newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session  
House Bill No. 2729 
Introduced by Representative Dibu S. Tuan 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The 1987 Philippine Constitution, under Article II thereof, mandates that 
“Sec. 21. The State shall promote comprehensive rural development and agrarian reform. 
“Sec. 22. The State recognizes and promotes the rights of indigenous cultural communities 
within the framework of national unity and development.”   
This bill seeks to establish a new District Engineering Office in the Province of South 
Cotabato to be named as the Third District Engineering Office under the Department of Public 
Works and Highways. It will be responsible for all DPWH activities in the Third Legislative 
District covering the municipalities of Lake Sebu, Norala, Santo Nino, Surallah and T’boli. Up to 
the present, all public works initiatives for the said constituent municipalities of the Third 
Legislative District emanate from a district engineering office located at the Second Legislative 
District of the province. 
The Third Legislative District is a newly-created district by virtue of Republic Act No. 
11992, only last March 21, 2024. Populated mostly by indigenous people and a mix ratio of 
Muslims and Christians, it is a community that has suffered from years of neglect from the national 
government.  
In view of the foregoing reasons, the immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
DIBU S. TUAN 
Third District, South Cotabato 
July 30, 2025
5:56 pm


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session  
House Bill No. 2729
Introduced by Representative Dibu S. Tuan 
AN ACT CREATING A DISTRICT ENGINEERING OFFICE IN THE THIRD 
LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT OF THE PROVINCE OF SOUTH COTABATO, AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. A District Engineering Office of the Department of Public Works and 
Highways is hereby created in the Third Legislative District, Province of South Cotabato, to be 
located in the Municipality of _______, and referred to as the South Cotabato Third District 
Engineering Office.  
SEC. 2. The South Cotabato Third District Engineering Office shall serve the 
municipalities of Lake Sebu, Norala, Santo Nino, Surallah and T’boli, all located in the Third 
Legislative District of the Province of South Cotabato. 
SEC. 3. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the Department’s 
program the operationalization of the South Cotabato Third District Engineering Office, 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 complete publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. -----
Introduced by HON. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA 
4r1-1 DISTRICT, BULACAN 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY HUBS 
NATIONWIDE 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Philippines gained some headway in economic performance in recent years. The 
government must now sustain the high economic growth and achieve inclusive growth for the 
people. Broadband internet access is an effective tool in these tasks in a globalized setting. 
Although statistically the Philippines access to fixed broadband technology is second 
to Singapore and has contributed to the improvement of its economy, broadband services have 
remained poor. It has the second slowest average download speed in Asia at 3.64 Mega bit per 
second (Mbps), next to Afghanistan at 2.5 Mbps. Further, there is a pressing concern to provide 
for an efficient interconnectivity especially in the unserved and underserved areas in our 
country. 
The approval of this bill will address this concern by establishing the Information and 
Communications Technology Hubs per province pursuant to the National Information and 
Technology (ICT) Plan to be formulated by the Department of Information and 
Communications Technology (DICT), and the national, provincial, city, or municipal spatial 
development plans, and geographical area and population considerations. 
During the 19th Congress, various measures on the subject matters and was referred to 
the Committee on Information and Communications Technology. A TWG was created to draft 
a substitute bill and the same was finalized and submitted to the Committee on Appropriations 
for proper action. Due to time constraints, no further action was taken on it. This bill is an 
iteration of the aforesaid version, and it is filed for the consideration of the 20th Congress. 
Support for the enactment of this measure is earnestly requested. 
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REP. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA 
July 29, 2025 
8:08 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _____________ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE AUDREY KAY T. ZUBIRI 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A SATELLITE OFFICE OF THE LAND TRANSPORTATION 
OFFICE (LTO) IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF QUEZON, PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON 
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) plays a vital role in regulating and facilitating 
land transport services, ensuring road safety, and providing essential services such as the 
issuance of licenses, registration of motor vehicles, and enforcement of transportation laws. 
However, access to these services remains limited in certain areas, particularly in 
geographically isolated or underserved municipalities. 
In the Province of Bukidnon, there are existing LTO offices in Malaybalay City and the 
Municipality of Maramag which currently serve a broad area, including Quezon. However, 
these offices are increasingly overwhelmed and can no longer adequately accommodate the 
growing number of LTO clients from surrounding localities. This situation not only hampers 
mobility but also affects productivity and access to government services. 
The Municipality of Quezon with its strategic location, growing population and 
increasing vehicle volume supports the viability of establishing an LTO District Office. 
Through this proposed bill, establishing an LTO satellite office in Quezon will help decongest 
the existing offices in Malaybalay City and the Municipality of Maramag, while significantly 
improving service delivery to residents of Quezon and nearby municipalities. 
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The establishment of an LTO Satellite Office in Quezon will enhance public access to 
essential government services, reduce travel time and expenses for residents, and promote 
regional growth and development. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this measure is earnestly sought. 
AUDREY KAY T. ZUBIRI 
Representative, 3rd District of Bukidnon 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _____________ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE AUDREY KAY T. ZUBIRI 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A SATELLITE OFFICE OF THE LAND TRANSPORTATION 
OFFICE (LTO) IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF QUEZON, PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON 
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 a satellite office of the Land Transportation 
1 
Office (LTO) in the Municipality of Quezon, Province of Bukidnon. 
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3 
SEC. 2. The Secretary of Transportation shall immediately include in the Department's 
4 
program the operationalization of the LTO Satellite Office in the Municipality of Quezon, 
5 
Province of Bukidnon, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General 
6 
Appropriations Act. 
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SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official 
9 
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
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Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Litan, 
Municipality of Guipos, Province of Zamboanga del Sur. 
Pursuant to Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution, the State 
recognizes every citizen’s right to quality education and must take appropriate 
steps to ensure its accessibility at all levels.  Section 2 of the same Article 
further mandates the establishment and maintenance of a free public 
education system at the elementary and secondary levels. 
By addressing the barangay’s geographic challenges and the inadequate 
availability of national high schools, this measure ensures that its residents—
particularly young learners—can fully exercise their constitutional right to 
uninterrupted, quality secondary education. 
JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
July 28, 2025
8:20 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LITAN, 
MUNICIPALITY OF GUIPOS, PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR TO BE 
KNOWN AS LITAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
Section 1.  There is hereby established, under the supervision of the 
Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Litan, 
Municipality of Guipos, Province of Zamboanga del Sur to be known as Litan 
National High School. 
Section 2.  The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Litan National High 
School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General 
Appropriations Act. 
Section 3.  Within ninety (90) days from the approval of his Act, the 
Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act.  Such implementing rules and 
regulations shall provide for the school’s organization, administration, 
operations and management, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9155 or 
the “Governance of Basic Education of 2001”, Republic Act No. 10533, or the 
“Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013”, and other basic education-related 
laws. 
Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines

Bouse of Representatives
Queson City, Metro Manila

Twentieth Congress
First Regular Session
House Bilt No. 293

Introduced by

HON. REPRESENTATIVE LAARNI LAVIN ROQUE
4™ DISTRICT, BUKIDNON

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall protect and
promote the rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall
take necessary and appropriate steps to make education accessible to all.
The Constitution likewise mandates the State to establish and maintain a
system of free education in the elementary and high school levels all over
the country.

This bill proposes to establish a National High School in Barangay
Bagontaas, City of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon to be known as Bagontaas
National High School. The establishment of Bagontaas National High School
will directly benefit the students of Barangay Bagontaas and the neighboring
barangays.

The establishment of the proposed Bagontaas National High School is
in consonance with the State’s constitutional duty to protect and promote
the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and to take
appropriate steps to make education accessible to all.

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Republic of the Philippines
Bouse of Representatives
Queson City, Metro Manila
Twentieth Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 2943

Introduced by

HON. REPRESENTATIVE LAARNI LAVIN ROQUE
4® DISTRICT, BUKIDNON

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT BARANGAY
BAGONTAAS, CITY OF VALENCIA, PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON TO BE
KNOWN AS BAGONTAAS 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. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the
Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Bagontaas, City
of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon to be known as Bagontaas National High
School.

Section 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Bagontaas National High
School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

Section 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act.


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Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2623

Introduced by Representative KATRINA CHUA - TAI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Zamboanga Economic Zone and Freeport Authority has developed as a major hub
for economic activity in the Zamboanga Peninsula, drawing in a significant volume of business
operations, workers, and transportation needs. With its growing population and increasing
demand for transportation and logistical activities, there is a need to enhance government service
delivery relating to transportation regulation and public safety.

At present, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) operates only an extension office
within the Zamboanga Economic Zone and Freeport Authority, which limits its capacity to fully
address the increasing demand for services such as vehicle registration, driver licensing, and
other regulatory functions.

Thus, this bill seeks to convert the existing LTO extension office into a district office.
The conversion will not only expand the LTO’s operational capacity but also bring essential
public services closer to residents, business locators, and workers in and around the Zone.

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

‘TRINA CHUA - TAL
Ist District of Zamboanga City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 262 3

Introduced by Representative KATRINA CHUA - TAI

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE EXTENSION OFFICE OF THE LAND
TRANSPORTATION OFFICE IN THE ZAMBOANGA CITY SPECIAL
ECONOMIC ZONE AND FREEPORT INTO A DISTRICT OFFICE AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The extension office of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the
Zamboanga City Special Economic Zone and Freeport is hereby converted into a district office.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Transportation shall immediately include in the Department’s
programs the conversion into a district office of the LTO extension office in the Zamboanga City
Special Economic Zone and Freeport, the initial funding of which shall be charged against the
current year’s appropriation of the LTO extension office in the Zamboanga City Special Economic
Zone and Freeport. Thereafter, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ----
Introduced by HON. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA 
4TH DISTRICT, BULACAN 
AN ACT 
ENSURING THE FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF FUNDAMENTAL EQUALITY BEFORE THE 
LAW OF WOMEN AND MEN, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE ARTICLES 14, 96, 124,211 
AND 225 OF EXECUTIVE ORDER No. 209 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE FAMILY CODE 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The constitutional provision which seeks to establish fundamental equality of men and women 
before the law must be realized in existing statute books. It considers women as important partners 
in the achievement of national development goals. As such they must be treated equally with their 
male partners in the eyes of the law. 
Presently, however, certain provisions of the Family Code are burdened with inequities that 
directly hamper the realization of this constitutional provision. 
This proposed bill enumerates pertinent provisions in the Code which will hinder the effective 
implementation of gender equality under Section 14, Article II of the Constitution. 
These provisions were likewise classified as discriminatory to women in Section 15 of the 
Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Magna Carta for Women of R.A. No. 9710. Section 12 
of this law mandates that the State should review and, if necessary, amend and/ or repeal existing laws 
that are discriminatory to women within the period of 3 years from the effectivity of the law on 15 
September 2009. Considering the lapse of time since its approval, these laws must now be amended. 
Moreover, this will protect and strengthen the institution of marriage and family life. 
This bill is an iteration of H.B. No. 11218 that consolidated various House Bills on 
fundamental equality before the law of women and men during the 19th Congress. The said measure 
was approved by the Committee on Women and Gender Equality and was in included in the plenary's 
Unfinished Business (Period of Sponsorship). Due to time constraints, it was not taken up by the body. 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
Twentieth Congress 
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 2224
 Introduced by Hon. Charisse Anne C. Hernandez
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Calamba City takes pride in being the birthplace of our National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. It 
obtained its status as a component city in the Province of Laguna through Republic Act 
No. 9024, enacted on March 5, 2001, and solidified through a plebiscite on April 21, 2001. 
Currently, Calamba is recognized as a first-class Component City based on income.
In honor of its cityhood, April 21 has been declared a special non-working holiday in 
Calamba through Presidential Proclamations. 
This proposal seeks to formalize this recognition by declaring April 21 of every year as a 
special nonworking holiday in the City of Calamba, providing an opportunity for residents 
to celebrate the city's remarkable potential.
In view of the foregoing, immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
July 23, 2025
2:39 pm


CHARISSE ANNE C. HERNANDEZ
          Representative
          Lone District, Calamba City  


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
Twentieth Congress 
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 2224 
 Introduced by Hon. Charisse Anne C.  Hernandez
AN ACT
DECLARING APRIL 21 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY 
IN THE CITY OF CALAMBA, PROVINCE OF LAGUNA, IN COMMEMORATION OF 
ITS CITYHOOD ANNIVERSARY
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:
SECTION 1. April 21 of every year is declared a special nonworking holiday in the City of 
Calamba, Province of Laguna to commemorate its Cityhood Anniversary.
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,
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TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
) 
House Bill No. 2401 
___________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by Representative ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA 
___________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT CONVERTING CERTAIN ROADS NAMED HEREUNDER IN THE LONE 
DISTRICT OF THE PROVINCE OF AURORA INTO NATIONAL ROADS AND 
PROVIDING FUNDS THEREOF 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This proposed bill seeks to convert Baler-Dingalan Road and Dingalan-Baler 
Road into national roads.  
The roads covered by this Act are major thoroughfares for the people of the 
Municipalities of Dingalan and Baler to gain access to basic and essential goods and 
services inside and outside the Province of Aurora. The increasing volume of vehicles 
traversing through these roads which causes considerable damages to them, 
necessitates the financial aid coming from the National Government for its repair, 
maintenance and improvement. The conversion of these roads would greatly help the 
locals, most especially the farmers, in transporting their goods and services to different 
markets and trading centers in the province.  
The proposed conversion will benefit not only the local community but will also 
pave the way for both private and public agencies to create business opportunities 
and to deliver public assistance more efficiently.  
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA 
July 28, 2025
1:30 pm


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TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
) 
House Bill No. 2401 
___________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by Representative ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA 
___________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT CONVERTING CERTAIN ROADS NAMED HEREUNDER IN THE LONE 
DISTRICT OF THE PROVINCE OF AURORA INTO NATIONAL ROADS AND 
PROVIDING FUNDS THEREOF 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
Section 1. The following roads in the Lone District of the Province of Aurora 
1 
are hereby converted into national roads: 
2 
a. Baler-Dingalan Road; and
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b. Dingalan-Baler Road
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Sec. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall 
5 
include in its program the improvement, maintenance and repair of the said roads, 
6 
the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
7 
Sec. 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval. 
8 
Approved.