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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
It is the mandate of the State to protect and promote the right of all 
citizens to quality education at all levels and take appropriate steps to make 
such accessible to all. Further, the State shall establish and maintain a system 
of free public education in the high school level. 
Lapuyan National High School – Pampang Extension has a considerable 
number of enrollees for secondary education every year.  Its operation is 
entirely dependent from its mother school, Lapuyan National High School. 
Its separation from the mother school and its conversion into independent 
national high school will address its need in terms of funds, management, and 
operation. 
Hence, for these reasons, this bill seeks to separate the existing Lapuyan 
National High School – Pampang Extension in Barangay Pampang, 
Municipality of Lapuyan, Province of Zamboanga del Sur from Lapuyan National 
High School and to convert it into an independent national high school to be 
known as Pampang National High School. 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought. 
JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
October 4, 2022
2:33 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
AN ACT 
SEPARATING THE LAPUYAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – PAMPANG 
EXTENSION IN BARANGAY PAMPANG, MUNICIPALITY OF LAPUYAN, 
PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR FROM LAPUYAN NATIONAL HIGH 
SCHOOL, CONVERTING IT INTO AN INDEPENDENT NATIONAL HIGH 
SCHOOL TO BE AS PAMPANG NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
the Congress assembled: 
Section 1. The Lapuyan National High School – Pampang Extension in 
Barangay Pampang, Municipality of Lapuyan, Province of Zamboanga del Sur 
is hereby converted into an independent national high school to be known as 
Pampang National High School. 
Section 2.  All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the Lapuyan 
National High School – Pampang Extension are hereby transferred to and 
absorbed by the Pampang National High School. 
Section 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Pampang National High 
School, the funding of which shall be included in the Annual General 
Appropriation Act. 
Section 4. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and 
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act. 
Section 5.  This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
5406
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No.5649

Introduced by Representative Rex Gatchalian

AN ACT CREATING TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF FAMILY COURTS IN
‘THE NATIONAL CAPITAL JUDICIAL REGION, TO BE STATIONED IN THE CITY
OF VALENZUELA, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

There are only family courts in Valenzuela. From the period of 11 October 2019
to 7 July 2022, the total number of cases filed in the family courts is 3,097 with an
average of 1,032 cases per court. Undoubtedly, the family courts in Valenzuela are
inundated with cases, leaving it harder for the judges to protect the welfare of
children and the family as an inviolable social institution as well.

This bill seeks to address this by creating two (2) new additional Family Courts
in Valenzuela City as per Republic Act No. 8369 or the Family Courts Act of 1997.
The number of courts has been determined after consultation with Valenzuela City
stakeholders, especially those involved in advocating for women, children, and
family, mitigating juvenile delinquency, among other family-related issues.

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

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 5649

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Introduced by Representative Rex Gatchalian

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AN ACT CREATING TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF FAMILY COURTS IN
THE NATIONAL CAPITAL JUDICIAL REGION, TO BE STATIONED IN THE CITY
OF VALENZUELA, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Creation of Two (2) Family Courts. - Two (2) additional branches
of Family Courts are hereby created in the National Capital Judicial Region, to be
stationed in the City of Valenzuela, in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act
No. 8369, otherwise known as the “Family Courts Act of 1997”.

The Supreme Court shall assign the respective branch number for the newly-
created Family Court branches.

SEC. 2. Operationalization and Appropriation of the Newly Created Courts. -The
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the Secretary of the
Department of Justice, shall immediately include in the Court's program the
operationalization of the two (2) new additional branches of Family Courts in the City
of Valenzuela. The funds necessary for the operation of the courts herein created
shall be appropriated and released only upon the actual organization of the court and
the appointment of its personnel.

SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. - All other laws, rules and regulations which are
inconsistent with this Act are hereby amended, repealed, or modified accordingly.

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

Approved,
NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE	
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES	
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First Regular Session	
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
HOUSE BILL No. ________
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN PROGRESSIVE 15, BARANGAY 
MOLINO 2, CITY OF BACOOR, PROVINCE OF CAVITE TO BE KNOWN AS 
PROGRESSIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE
It is the State’s responsibility to provide a complete, adequate, and integrated 
quality of education to the youth in cognizance of their vital role to nation-building.  The 
State is also mandated to give priority to education as an important tool in accelerating 
social progress and human development. 
It is therefore imperative that the Progressive Elementary School located in 
Molino 2 in the City of Bacoor, Cavite be given appropriate support and funding by the 
national government.  
The said school has already been operating for several years and has been 
instrumental in educating children in seven barangays in Bacoor City, namely: Molino I, 
Molino 2, Molino 3, Molino 4, Molino 5, Molino 6, and Molino 7, as well as the nearby 
barangays of Queens Row East, Queens Row West, Queens Row Central and 
Bayanan.  In spite of its very significant role as an educational institution, the 
Progressive Elementary School still do not have its own school identification.  It is 
therefore essential that this measure is immediately passed.  
REP. LANI MERCADO-REVILLA

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October 18, 2022
2:15 pm
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE	
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES	
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First Regular Session	
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
HOUSE BILL No. ________
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN PROGRESSIVE 15, BARANGAY 
MOLINO 2, CITY OF BACOOR, PROVINCE OF CAVITE TO BE KNOWN AS 
PROGRESSIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Establishment of Progressive Elementary School. – There is hereby 
established under the supervision of the Department of Education, an elementary 
school in Progressive 15, Barangay Molino 2, City of Bacoor, Province of Cavite to be 
known as Progressive Elementary School. 
Sec. 2. Appropriations. – The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in 
the Department’s program the operationalization of the Progressive Elementary School, 
the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Sec. 3. Implementation. – The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and 
regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act. 
Sec. 4. Effectivity. – 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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5591
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
19th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ----
Introduced by. REP. ARJO ATAYDE 
AN ACT 
INSTITUTIONALIZING ACTIVE TRANSPORT BY ESTABLISHING A SAFE 
PATHWAYS NETWORK OF BICYCLE LANES, WALKWAYS AND SLOW 
STREETS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
On 1 February 2021, the Senate passed on third reading the Walkable and 
Bikeable Communities Act introduced and sponsored by Senator Pia Cayetano, 
chairperson of the Committee on Sustainable Development Goals, Innovation and 
Futures Thinking. 
The measure seeks to provide a network of safe pathways for those who prefer 
to walk, bike, or use other non-motorized vehicles to their regular destinations. Similar 
bills were filed in the House of Representatives in the 18th Congress and referred to 
the Committee on Transportation. 
As an advocate of shifting towards active and sustainable transportation, this 
representation seeks to file a similar measure in order to encourage our people to 
embrace active transport. This can be made possible in cooperation with local 
government units that will provide networks of bike lanes, slow streets, and walkways 
to guarantee convenience and safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and users of other 
personal mobility devices. 
Since this measure furthers our Sustainable Development Goals on Good 
Health and Well Being (SDG 3), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Industry,
Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11 ), 
September 29, 2022
8:00 am
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5272
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ 
Introduced by 
REPRESENTATIVE JASON P. ALMONTE 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This measure is a refiled version of House Bill 6808 which 
seeks to declare February 14 of every year as a Special Non-working 
Public Holiday in the Municipality of Calamba, Province of 
Misamis Occidental to commemorate the “Araw ng Calamba”. It 
was unanimously approved by the House on February 04, 2013 and 
transmitted to and received by the Senate on February 6, 2023 in the 
Fifteenth Congress.  
The people of Calamba, referred to as Calambahanons, 
celebrate Araw ng Calamba every 14th of February, which is also 
Calamba’s Foundation Day Anniversary. To mark the occasion, a 
grand Festival called MENAJAK FESTIVAL, a Subanen word 
which means love, is also held annually. This event showcases the 
rich cultural heritage of the Subanens who first inhabited the 
municipality. 
Declaring February 14 as “Araw ng Calamba” is to 
recognize the history, the unique and rich culture of the municipality 
and the contributions of its people.  
In view of the foregoing, the early passage of this bill is 
earnestly requested. 
JASON P. ALMONTE 
November 8, 2022
3:10 pm
5942


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ 
Introduced by  
REPRESENTATIVE JASON P. ALMONTE 
______________________________________________________ 
AN ACT DECLARING FEBRUARY 14 OF EVERY YEAR 
AS A SPECIAL NONWORKING PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN 
THE MUNICIPALITY OF CALAMBA, PROVINCE OF 
MISAMIS  OCCIDENTAL  TO  COMMEMORATE THE 
“ARAW NG CALAMBA” 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. February 14 of every year is hereby declared as a 
special non-working  public  holiday  in  the  Municipality  of 
Calamba,  Province  of  Misamis Occidental to commemorate the 
“Araw ng Calamba”. 
SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of 
general circulation. 
Approved, 
5942
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
It is the mandate of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens 
to quality education at all levels and take appropriate steps to make such 
accessible to all. Further, the State shall establish and maintain a system of free 
public education in the high school level. 
Paulino Dari National High School – Poblacion Extension has a 
considerable number of enrollees for secondary education every year. Its 
operation is entirely dependent from its mother school, Paulino Dari National 
High School. 
Its separation from the mother school and its conversion into independent 
national high school will address its need in terms of funds, management, and 
operation. 
Hence, for these reasons, this bill seeks to separate the existing Paulino 
Dari National High School – Poblacion Extension in Barangay Poblacion, 
Municipality of Pitogo, Province of Zamboanga del Sur from Paulino Dari 
National High School and to convert it into an independent national high school 
to be known as Poblacion National High School. 
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought. 
JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
September 21, 2022
1:23 pm
5049


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JEYZEL VICTORIA C. YU 
2nd District, Zamboanga del Sur 
AN ACT 
SEPARATING THE PAULINO DARI NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – 
POBLACION EXTENSION IN BARANGAY POBLACION, MUNICIPALITY OF 
PITOGO, PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR FROM PAULINO DARI 
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, CONVERTING IT INTO AN INDEPENDENT 
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE AS POBLACION NATIONAL HIGH 
SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
the Congress assembled: 
Section 1.  The Paulino Dari National High School – Poblacion Extension 
located in Barangay Poblacion, Municipality of Pitogo, Province of Zamboanga 
del Sur is hereby converted into an independent national high school to be 
known as Poblacion National High School. 
Section 2.  All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the Paulino 
Dari National High School – Poblacion Extension are hereby transferred to and 
absorbed by the Poblacion National High School. 
Section 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Poblacion National High 
School, the funding of which shall be included in the Annual General 
Appropriation Act. 
Section 4. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and 
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act. 
Section 5.  This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
5049
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._5269.

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This representation is in receipt of Resolution no. 2022-N026 dated August 15, 2022
from the Sangguniang Bayan of the Municipality of Taysan, Province of Batangas, requesting
the Representative of the 4" District to sponsor a bill declaring November 11 of every year as
a special (non-working) holiday in celebration of the founding anniversary of Taysan.

According to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, it was on
November 11, 1918 when Governor-General Francis Burton Harrison signed Executive Order
no. 43, declaring the Municipality of Taysan as independent from the Municipality of Rosario,
Batangas.

Declaring the day as a special (non-working) holiday in Taysan will allows its people
to celebrate in a meaningful way the history and milestones that the town has achieved over
the years.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate enactment and approvaLof this bill is earnestly

sought.

4" District/Batangas


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._5269

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA

AN ACT
DECLARING NOVEMBER 11 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING)
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF TAYSAN, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS, IN
CELEBRATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY

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

SECTION 1. November 11 of every year is hereby declared a special (non-working)

holiday in the Municipality of Taysan, Province of Batangas, in celebration of its founding
anniversary.

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

Approved,
Introduced by Rep. Reynante U. Arrogancia
EXPLANATORY NOTH
Transportation is  one  of the  key  drivers  in the  economic  development  of the  country.
Services ancillary to this sector such as vehicle registration and the issuance of driver's license
should be readily accessible and available to the people.  This bill proposes for the conversion of
the Land Transportation Extension Office in the Municipality of Catanauan, Quezon into
a regular Land Transportation Office which will provide full and accessible service primarily to
the residents of Bondoc Peninsula.
The current Land Transportation Extension Office in Catanauan, Quezon was established
in 2020 to cater to the nearby residents as the nearest LTO District Office in Gunaca and the LTO
Tagkawayan Extension Office is more than an hour and two hours away, respectively.   With the
expected increase in demand for services due to increasing population, the establishment of the
LTO  Bondoc Peninsula District Office  is expected to  cater and respond to the demand of the
motoring public for better access to these services.


NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
H.B.~No.      5668
Introduced by Rep. Reynante U. Arrogancia
AN ACT
CONVERTING  THE  EXTENSION  OFFICE  0F  THE  LAND  TRANSPORTATION
OFFICE (LTO) IN THE MUNICIPALITY 0F CATANAUAN, PROVINCE OF QUEZON
INTO A REGULAR LTO DISTRICT OFFICE 0F B0NDOC PENINSULA, PROVINCE
0F QUEZON AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be  it  ?r:acted  by  the  Senate  and  House  Of  Representatives  Of  the  Philippines  in  Congress
assembled:
SECTION I.  The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Extension Office located in the Municipality
of Catanauan, Province of Quezon, is hereby converted into a regular LTO District Office to be
known as the LTO Bondoc Peninsula District Office in the Province of Quezon.
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5       SEC. 2.   The  Secretary of the Department of Transportation  shall  immediately  include  in the
6      Department's prograni the operationalization of the LTO Bondoc peninsula District office in the
7      Province  of Quezon,  the  initial  funding  of which  shall  be  charged  against the  current  year's
8      appropriation of the LTO catanauan Extension office.  Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary
9      for the continued operations of the LTO Bondoc peninsula District office shall be included in the
10      annual General Appropriations Act.
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12       SHC. 3.   The Secretary of the Department of Transportation shall formulate the necessary rules
13      and regulations to cany out the purpose of this Act.
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15       SEC 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the official Gazette or
16      in a newspaper of general circulation.
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18       Approved,
NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE	
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES	
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First Regular Session	
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
HOUSE BILL No. ________
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA

REP. LANI MERCADO-REVILLA

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November 8, 2022
4:24 pm
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE	
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES	
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First Regular Session	
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
HOUSE BILL No. ________
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING AN INTEGRATED SCHOOL IN CIUDAD DE STRIKE IN BARANGAY 
MOLINO I IN THE CITY OF BACOOR, PROVINCE OF CAVITE TO BE KNOWN AS 
CIUDAD DE STRIKE INTEGRATED SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Establishing the Ciudad de Strike Integrated School. – There is hereby 
established under the supervision of the Department of Education, an integrated school 
in Ciudad de Strike, Barangay Molino I, City of Bacoor, Province of Cavite, to be known 
as Ciudad de Strike Integrated School. 
Sec. 2. Appropriations. – The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in 
the Department’s program the operationalization of Ciudad de Strike Integrated School, 
the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Sec. 3. Implementation. – The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and 
regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act. 
Sec. 4. Effectivity. – 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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5949
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ _ 
Introduced by 
HON. VEDDA MARIE K. ROMUALDEZ 
and 
HON. JUDE A. ACIDRE 
AN ACT 
DECLARING THE FIRST DAV OF FEBRUARY OF EVERY VEAR AS NATIONAL 
HIJAB DAV AND PROMOTING AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE MUSLIM 
TRADITION OF WEARING HIJAB 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The 1987 Constitution guarantees the free exercise and enjoyment of religious 
profession and worship, without discrimination or preference. No religious test shall be 
required for the exercise of civil or political rights. 
In the Philippines, there are around ten (10) million Muslims. And one of the 
practices and visible and distinguishable expression of the Islamic faith of Muslim 
women is the wearing of the hijab. However, this has been unjustifiably used as a 
source of discrimination and prejudice against them. To fight against such 
discrimination, an annual observance since 2013 is globally commemorated among 
190 countries on the first day of February as World Hijab Day. 
In line with this constitutional fiat to protect Muslim women and to further 
understand the value of wearing hijab, this bill seeks to declare the first of February 
every year as National Hijab Day. 
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3:36 pm
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5736
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to convert the road network connecting Barangay San Ramon and 
Barangay Poblacion within the Municipality of Pamplona Camarines Sur into a 
National Road. 
Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is 
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines Sur 
and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase economic 
activity within the Second District primarily and the entire Camarines Sur and the Bicol 
Region as a whole. 
The conversion of the said road network will facilitate faster and more efficient 
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected 
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opportunities, encourage a 
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social living 
conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but on the arterial secondary 
and tertiary roads that lead to it. 
The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national roads as 
prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and Highways have 
been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
October 20, 2022
1:53 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
AN ACT  
CONVERTING THE ROAD NETWORK CONNECTING BARANGAY SAN RAMON 
AND BARANGAY POBLACION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PAMPLONA INTO A 
NATIONAL ROAD 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting Barangay San Ramon and Barangay 
Poblacion in the Municipality of Pamplona, Province of Camarines Sur, consisting of 
nine hundred and fifty-one meters (951.00 m), more or less, is hereby converted into 
a national road. 
SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall 
issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provisions of this Act. 
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval. 
Approved, 
5644
Republic:Yfi+¥§ihHippines
HoUSE oF REPRESEr`ITATlvES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
P`HNETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HouseBi||No.   5517
Introduced by Representative Midy N. Cua
Lone District, Quirino
AN ACT CONVERTING TIIE RICARTE NORTH - I)UMANISI - PIRENTEL ~ DON
FAusTINO PAGADUAN - LURAD ROAD IN TEE MUNlcrpAI.ITy oF DIFFUN,
PROVINCE OF QUIRINO AND MUNICIPALITY OF DIADI, PROVINCE OF NUEVA
VIzcAyA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD, AI`un AppROpRIATING FUNDs THEREOF
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to convert the Ricarte Norte -Dumahisi - Pimentel - Don Faustino Pagadun - Lund
Road traversing Barangays Ricarte Norte, Dumanisi, Gregorio Pimentel, and Don Faustino Pagaduan
in  the  Municipality  of Diffun,  Province  of Quirino  and  Barangays  Villa  Florentino,  Lurad,  and
Nagsabaran, Municipality of Diadi, Province of Nueva Vizcaya into a national road.
The proposed road conversion will bring about improved accessibility to the Province of Quirino by
directly cormecting Quirino to Nueva Vizcaya. As a landlocked province, access to and from Quirimo
is primarily facilitated by the Cordon-Diffun-Maddela-Aurora Road which run from Cordon, Isabela
in the  north  to Dinalungan,  Aurora  in the  south.  There  is  currently no  national  road  that direct:ly
cormects  Quirino to  the neighboring province  of Nueva Vlzcaya,  By establishing  a national  road,
appropriate attention and funding can be given to the development of Quirino's direct connection to
Central Luzon throuch Nueva Vizcaya.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
istrict, Quirino


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RepubHc:i¥=¥9;hmppines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Rqular Session
HouseBinNo.   5517
Introduced by Representative Midy N. Cua
Lone District, Quirino
AN ACT COI`IVERTING THE RICARTE NORTE - DUMANISI - PIMENTEL - DON
FAUSTIN0 PAGADUAN - LURAD ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY 0F DIFFUN,
PROVINCE 0F QUIRIN0 AND MUNICIPALITY 0F DIADI, PROVINCE OF NUEVA
VIZCAYA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS TREREOF
Be it enacted by the Senate and House Of Rapresentatives Of the Philippines in Congress assembled:
SECTION  I. The Ricarte Norte - Dumanisi - Pinentel - Don Faustino Pagaduan - Lurad Road
traversing Barangays Ricarte Norte, Dumanisi, Gregorio Pimentel, and Don Faustino Pagaduan in the
Municipality of Dirfun, Province of Quirino and Barangays Villa Florentino, Lund, and Nagsabaran,
Municipality of Diadi, Province of Nueva Vizcaya, is hereby converted into a national road.
SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the Department's program the
improvement,  repair, and maintenance of said roads,  the funding of which  shall be included in t:he
armunl General Appropriations Act (GAA).
SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Qorc!.a/ Gcr2:effe or in a
newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
NINETEENTH CONGRESS                  )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES    )
First Regular session                           )
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
RECEIVES
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Introduced b
resentative Rufus a.
House Bill No.   5383
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Section  1  of Article XIV of the  Constitution  provides that the  State shall  protect and
promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and take appropriate steps to
make education accessible to all.   Further, section 2(1) of the same article provides that the
State shall establish and  maintain a system  of free  public education  in the elementary and
high school levels.
However,  there  are  school  fees which  under certain  laws  can  be  lawiully collected
from the students to wit:
a.           membership fees in the Girl scouts of the philippines and the Boy scouts of
the Philippines under Republic Act No. 5546; and
b.           fees  related  to  membership  in  the  school  community  such  as  identification
cards, student organizations and publications under Republic Act No. 6655.
The abovementioned fees are still  burdensome on  the  part of the students and the
parents.   Hence, this bill aims to really help alleviate the financial burden of the students and
parents by declaring the above fees free to be subsidized by the government.
Immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought.


NINETEENTH CONGRESS                  )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES    )
First Regular session                            )
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Introduced by Representative Rufus a. Rodriguez
HouseBillNo.   5383
AN ACT
TO SUBSIDIZE SCHOOL FEES IN ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND HIGH SCHOOLS
SEC770W 7.    Doc/arafi.on of po/i.ey.    It is hereby declared policy of the State to establish
and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels.
SECJ70W 2.  Schoo/ Fees' Subs/.di.es.    In  addition  to  school  fees  declared  to  be  free  in
other  laws,   the  following   school   fees   shall   likewise   be  free   to   be   subsidized   by  the
government:
membership fees in the Girl Scouts of the Philippines;
membership fees in the Boy Scouts of the Philippines;
identification card fee;
student organization fee; and
publication fee.
SEC7TOW 3.    Sepanab/.//.fy C/ause. - The provisions of this Act are hereby declared to be
separable,  and  in  the  event  any  part,  section  or  provision  of  this  Act  is  held  invalid  or
unconstitutional, no other part, section or provision thereof shall be affected thereby.
SEC770W 5.    Rapea//-ng C/ause. - All  laws,  parts of laws,  executive orders,  ordinances,
rules  and  regulations  which  are  inconsistent  with  the  provisions  of  this  Act  are  hereby
repealed, amended or modified accordingly.
SEC770W6.    Effecfi-v/.fy.   -This  Act  shall   take  effect  fifteen   (15)  days  following   the
completion  of  its  publication  in  the  Official  Gazette  or  in  a  national  newspaper  of general
circulation  in the Philippines.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to convert the road network connecting Barangay San Juan and 
Barangay Concepcion within the Municipality of Libmanan in Camarines Sur into a 
National Road. 
Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is 
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines Sur 
and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase economic 
activity within the Second District primarily and the entire Camarines Sur and the Bicol 
Region as a whole. 
The conversion of the said road network will facilitate faster and more efficient 
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected 
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opportunities, encourage a 
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social living 
conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but on the arterial secondary 
and tertiary roads that lead to it. 
The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national roads as 
prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and Highways have 
been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
October 20, 2022
1:53 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____ 
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
AN ACT  
CONVERTING THE ROAD NETWORK CONNECTING BARANGAY SAN JUAN 
AND BARANGAY CONCEPCION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LIBMANAN INTO A 
NATIONAL ROAD 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting Barangay San Juan and Barangay San 
Concepcion in the Municipality of Libmanan Province of Camarines Sur, consisting of 
three kilometers and six hundred meters (3.6 km), more or less, is hereby converted 
into a national road. 
SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall 
issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provisions of this Act. 
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval. 
Approved, 
5643
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. -
--
Introduced by 
HON. YEDDA MARIE K. ROMUALDEZ 
and 
HON. JUDE A. ACIDRE 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING 
FOR 
THE 
PROTECTION 
OF THE 
RIGHTS 
OF AIRLINE 
PASSENGERS, AND PENALIZING ACTS IN VIOLATIONS THEREOF 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to provide for the Bill of Rights of Air Passengers, which shall 
institutionalize and expand Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 1, Series of 2012, or 
the "Air Passenger Bill of Rights", approved by the Department of Transportation and 
Communication (now Department of Transportation) and the Department of Trade and 
Industry. 
The DOTC-DTI JAO No. 1, Series of 2012, provides for a Bill of Rights for Air 
Passengers as well as Carrier Obligations in order to create a balance between the 
welfare of passengers and the interest of businesses. It also provides for guidelines 
and remedies against unsound business practices of air carriers. However, despite its 
existence for almost ten (10) years, passengers in air transportation continue to 
experience inconveniences and violations of their rights including: delayed and/or 
cancelled flights without due notice; lost and/or damaged baggage; or unsatisfactory 
or poor service. 
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5746




5746
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSH 0F REPRESENTATIVE
Constitution Hills, Quezon City
NINHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
House Bill No.  552 9
Introduced by: REPRESENTATIVE EDWIN L. OLIVAREZ
ExpLANATORY NOTE
There are several major Expressways in Luzon, namely, Cavite Expressway
(CAVITEX), North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), South Luzon Expressway (SLEX),
Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway (MCX, skyway, STAR Tollway, Subic-Clark-
Tarlac Expressway (TPLEX) being managed by different tollway operators under
the control and supervision of the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB).
The toll-free eves on Christmas and New Year has been a tradition of toll way
operators of the Skyway System, South Luzon Expressway and Star Tollway for
many years as a way of expressing their gratitude to the motoring patrons and
as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility.
Motorists can pass through these three expressways free of charge from 10:00
PM of December 24 until 6:00 AM of December 25 and from 10:00 PM of
December 31 until 6:00 AM of January 1.
As a way of giving back to the public, all toll way operators, through this bill,
are mandated not to collect toll-fees from collecting toll fees from 10:00 PM of
December 24 until 6:00 AM of December 25 and from 10:00 pin of December
31 until 6:00 AM of Januaryl.
The passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
k.ofaz
EDVIN L.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVE
Constitution Hills, Quezon City
NINETEHNTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HouseBillNo.   55£9
Introduced by: REPRESENTATIVE EDWIN L. OLIVAREZ
AN ACT MANDATING ALL TOLLWAY OPERATORS TO IMPLEMENT TAlil=
HOLIDAYS FROM  10:00 PM OF DECEMBER 24 UNTIL 6:00 AM OF
DECEMBER 25 AND 10:00 PM OF DECEMBER 31 UNTIL 6:00 AM OF
JAIUARY I
Section 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known as "Toll Free Holidays Act of
2019„
SECTION 2. Toll Free Period. Toll free holiday shall start at 10:00 PM on
December 24 and ends at 6:00 Am on December 25 and from lo:00Pm on
December 31 until 6:00 AM on January 1.
SECTION 3. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within ninety (90) days
from the effectivity of this Act, the Toll Regulatory Board shall promulgate rules
and regulations necessary for cany out the objectives of this act.
SECTION 4. Separability Clause - If any provision or part hereof is held
invalid or unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provision not
otherwise affected shall remain valid and subsisting.
SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. - Any law. Presidential decree or issuance,
executive order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule of regulation
contrary to or inconsistent with any provision of this Act is hereby repealed,
modified, or amended accordingly.
SECTION 7. Effectivity Clause. -This Act shall take effect rifteen (15) days
after its publication in at least two (2) newspaper of general circulation
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ _ 
Introduced by 
HON. YEDDA MARIE K. ROMUALDEZ 
and 
HON. JUDE A. ACIDRE 
AN ACT 
RENAMING THE TAMBACAN BRIDGE IN ILIGAN CITY AS MARIANO LLUCH 
BADELLES, SR. BRIDGE 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to rename the Tambacan Bridge in lligan City as Mariano Lluch 
Badelles, Sr. Bridge in recognition of Atty. Mariano Lluch Badelles, Sr. 
Atty. Badelles was a former Mayor of lligan City and Representative of then first 
district of Lanao del Norte-lligan. He was responsible for the establishment of a two 
(2) lane bridge traversing the lligan River in Tambacan, lligan City. Renaming the
bridge after him is a way of honoring the proponent of the bridge and remembering 
one of the earlier public servants of the present-day lligan City. 
This proposed change of name also signifies a historical progress of lligan as 
a city that may provide an important educational anecdote for the generations of 
lliganons to come in order for them to appreciate and remember a public servant who 
dedicated his life, intellect, talent, and resources for the betterment of lligan City. 
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5733




5733
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ _ 
Introduced by 
HON. YEDDA MARIE K. ROMUALDEZ 
and 
HON. JUDE A. ACIDRE 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE JACKFRUIT INDUSTRY IN 
EASTERN VISA VAS, CREATING FOR THE PURPOSE THE JACKFRUIT 
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTERS, ESTABLISHING THE JACKFRUIT 
SUBSIDY FUND, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Jackfruit, scientifically known as artocarpus heterophyllius, locally known as 
"nangka" or "langka," is one of the famous and largest edible fruit in the country. 
According to the Department of Agriculture, jackfruit has many economic values - its 
leaves can be used as medicine in curing skin diseases, fodder for animals, and 
compost; its bark can be utilized in making rope and clothing; its wood can be an 
excellent source in making guitars and ukuleles; its trunk can be used as lumber or 
building material; latex can be used as paste or glue; its seeds, when grown, can be 
used as food for human consumption, feeds, or planting materials; and, its roots can 
be used as handle for farm implements. Further, Jackfruit is traded globally either as 
fresh or as a processed ingredient. In Eastern Visayas, fresh jackfruit (whole fruit, 
sliced, or depulped) are traded within and outside the Region. 
To revive and support the industry of jackfruit in the country, this bill seeks to 
provide for the development of the jackfruit industry and to establish a jackfruit 
research and development center. The center shall primarily ensure that necessary 
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5730




5730
September 22, 2022
11:46 am
5089


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by HONORABLE RAMON JOLO B. REVILLA III and HONORABLE 
BRYAN B. REVILLA 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A MULTI-SPECIES MARINE HATCHERY IN THE MUNICIPALITY 
OF KAWIT, PROVINCE OF CAVITE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippine Congress 
Assembled: 
Section 1. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Bureau of Fisheries and 
Aquatic Resources of the Department of Agriculture (BFAR-DA), a multi-species marine 
hatchery in the Municipality of Kawit, Province of Cavite. 
Section 2. The BFAR-DA shall, within two (2) years after the construction of the multi-species 
marine hatchery, transfer the management of the same to the local government unit concerned 
through a memorandum of agreement. It shall implement a training and phasing-in program for 
local government personnel on the management and operation of the hatchery. 
Section 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department’s programs the 
establishment of the multi-species marine hatchery in the Municipality of Kawit, Province of 
Cavite, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. The 
local government unit concerned shall set aside funds from any available local revenue in an 
amount deemed appropriate for the operationalization of the hatchery. 
Section 4. Within sixty (60) days from the passage of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall 
issue the rules and regulations on the supervision, monitoring, transfer, or withdrawal by the 
BFAR of the multi-species marine hatchery. 
Section 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette 
or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
5089
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Batasan Hills, Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ___ _ 
Introduced by 
HON. YEDDA MARIE K. ROMUALDEZ 
and 
HON. JUDE A. ACIDRE 
AN ACT 
INSTITUTIONALIZING 
THE 
EXPANDED 
TERTIARY 
EDUCATION 
EQUIVALENCY AND ACCREDITATION PROGRAM (ETEEAP) AND 
PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
By virtue of Executive Order No. 330, series of 1996, signed by former 
President Fidel V. Ramos, Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and 
Accreditation Program, otherwise known as ETEEAP, is adopted as an integral 
part of the country's educational system under supervision of the Commission 
on Higher Education (CHED). 
It is a comprehensive educational assessment program at the tertiary 
level that recognizes, accredits, and gives equivalencies to knowledge, skills, 
attitudes, and values gained by individuals from relevant work. It is 
implemented through deputized higher education institutions that shall award 
the appropriate college degree. 
In institutionalizing the program, the State would be able to uphold, 
commit, and follow its constitutional mandate of protecting and promoting the 
right of all citizens to quality education and of establishing, maintaining, and 
supporting a complete, adequate, and integrated system of education relevant 
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5728




5728
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This representation is in receipt of Resolution no. 2022-155 from the Sangguniang 
Bayan of the Municipality of Rosario, Province of Batangas, requesting the Representative of 
the 4th District to sponsor a bill declaring June 9 of every year as a special (non-working) 
holiday in celebration of the founding anniversary of Rosario.  
Dubbed “the Rice Granary of Batangas”, the Municipality of Rosario celebrates their 
founding anniversary every year with creative displays of Sinukmani or sticky rice pastries, a 
local delicacy. The celebrations, steeped in history and culture, also include the religious folk 
dance Subli, which is performed on the streets by participants from schools and other sectors 
of society.  
Declaring June 9 as a special (non-working) holiday in Rosario will allow its people to 
celebrate in a colorful and meaningful way the history and milestones that the town has 
achieved over the decades. 
In view of the foregoing, the enactment and approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LIANDA B. BOLILIA 
Representative 
4th District, Batangas 
October 11, 2022
4:25 pm
5533


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
DECLARING JUNE 9 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ROSARIO, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS, IN 
CELEBRATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress Assembled: 
SECTION 1. June 9 of every year is hereby declared a special (non-working) holiday 
in the Municipality of Rosario, Province of Batangas, in celebration of its founding 
anniversary.  
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
5533