Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 9832 
Introduced by HON. EDGAR M. CHATTO 
First District, Bohol 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The municipality of Panglao in the province of Bohol is known for its pristine 
and idyllic beaches. This accounts to a significant increase in population due to both 
residential growth and tourist influx. Currently, Panglao houses around 40,000 local 
residents. On a monthly basis, it accommodates at least 60,000 tourists - both local 
and international. This steady increase in population necessitates the expansion of 
essential services including the healthcare sector. 
Despite the tourism and economic activities in Panglao, there is no adequate 
medical facility to respond to emergency situations as well as provide care on a daily 
basis. Residents and visitors face challenges in accessing timely an appropriate 
medical care with hospitals located at considerable distances in the city of Tagbilaran 
and the municipality of Cortes. 
Establishing a hospital in the island of Panglao will address the gap by 
providing accessible and convenient healthcare services. Thus, improve the overall 
quality of life of all who dwell and visit. A dedicated hospital in Panglao will also 
invite employment opportunities and raise the level of health and medical services.  
The proposal to establish a medical center in Panglao further aligns with the 
broader regional and national development goals outlined by the Department of 
Health (DOH). It reflects a commitment towards the enhancement of healthcare 
infrastructures ad services, which is essential for the sustainable growth and 
prosperity of the entire region. 
All said, the establishment of a hospital in Panglao is a strategic investment 
that not only meets the immediate healthcare needs of the community but also 
contributes ti the long-term development and prosperity of the island.  
Considering the above points, we earnestly request the immediate passage of 
this bill. 
REP. EDGAR M. CHATTO 
January 25, 2024
3:29 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 9832 
Introduced by HON. EDGAR M. CHATTO 
First District, Bohol 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PANGLAO, PROVINCE OF 
BOHOL, A HOSPITAL TO BE KNOWN AS THE PANGLAO ISLAND 
MEDICAL CENTER (PIMC) AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
Sec. 1. There shall be established in the municipality of Panglao, province of 
Bohol, a two hundred (200) bed capacity hospital to be known as the Panglao Island 
Medical Center (PIMC) which shall be under the direct control and supervision of the 
Department of Health (DOH). 
Sec. 2. Any future increase in the bed capacity, health care facilities, service 
capability and human resource complement shall be based in the hospital 
development plan which shall be prepared shall be prepared by the Chief of Hospital 
of PIMC in consultation with the Department of Health (DOH). 
Sec. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Health shall immediately 
include in the Department’s program the implementation of this Act, the funding of 
which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
Sec 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Secretary of Health 
shall prepare and issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective 
implementation of this Act consistent with the hospital development plan. 
Sec. 5. Separability Clause. - If, for any reason, any provision of this Act is 
declared unconstitutional or invalid, other provisions hereof which are not affected 
thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.  
Sec. 6. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders, 
proclamation and administrative regulations, or parts thereof inconsistent herewith 
are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
Sec. 7. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after 
its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of 
general circulation. 
Approved,