Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. ____________ 
Introduced by Representative Khymer Adan T. Olaso 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The proposed measure aims to address the health and medical needs of military and uniformed 
personnel who have selflessly dedicated their lives to serving and protecting the nation. This Act 
seeks to allocate Ten Million Pesos (P10,000,000) per legislative district annually under the 
Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) program, with 
the specific intent of providing support to military and uniformed personnel and their immediate 
dependents who are financially incapacitated. 
Military and uniformed personnel, both active and retired, often face significant financial 
challenges in accessing necessary medical care. These challenges are compounded for those who 
are indigent or whose incomes are insufficient to cover medical expenses. While there are existing 
programs aimed at providing medical assistance to indigent patients, there is a need to ensure that 
a dedicated allocation is available for the military and uniformed personnel sector. 
By directing the Department of Health (DOH) to allocate these funds, the bill ensures equitable 
and consistent access to medical support across all legislative districts. The allocation will benefit 
those who have served in roles critical to national security, disaster response, and public safety, 
providing them with much-needed relief and assistance during times of medical hardship. 
Moreover, the proposed measure mandates the DOH, in coordination with the Department of 
National Defense (DND), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and other relevant agencies, to 
establish clear guidelines for the distribution and utilization of the funds. This ensures that the 
program will be implemented efficiently and transparently, targeting those who are most in need. 
This initiative reflects the nation’s gratitude and recognition of the sacrifices made by military and 
uniformed personnel. By easing their financial burdens related to healthcare, this Act upholds the 
State’s commitment to promoting the welfare and dignity of its defenders and their families. 
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In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
 
KHYMER ADAN T. OLASO 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. ____________ 
Introduced by Representative Khymer Adan T. Olaso 
AN ACT DIRECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ALLOCATE TEN 
MILLION PESOS (P10,000,000) PER LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT ANNUALLY FOR 
THE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIGENT AND FINANCIALLY 
INCAPACITATED PATIENTS (MAIFIP) PROGRAM, SPECIFICALLY FOR 
MILITARY AND UNIFORMED PERSONNEL 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Title. This Act shall be known as the "Military and Uniformed Personnel Medical 
Assistance Act." 
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. It is the policy of the State to promote the health and well-
being of all citizens, including military and uniformed personnel who serve and protect the nation. 
Recognizing the financial challenges faced by some members of this sector, it is imperative to 
ensure access to adequate medical assistance. 
SECTION 3. Allocation of Funds. The Department of Health (DOH) is hereby directed to 
allocate Ten Million Pesos (P10,000,000) annually per legislative district under the Medical 
Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) program specifically for 
the benefit of military and uniformed personnel. 
SECTION 4. Beneficiaries. The beneficiaries of the allocation shall include active and retired 
military and uniformed personnel who are indigent or financially incapacitated, as well as their 
immediate dependents as defined by existing laws and regulations. 
SECTION 5. Implementation. The DOH, in coordination with the Department of National 
Defense (DND), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and other relevant agencies, shall formulate 
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the necessary guidelines and criteria for the proper implementation of this Act within sixty (60) 
days from its effectivity. 
SECTION 6. Monitoring and Reporting. The DOH shall submit an annual report to Congress 
on the utilization of the allocated funds, including the number of beneficiaries served and the types 
of assistance provided, no later than March 31 of the following year. 
SECTION 7. Appropriations. The amount of Ten Million Pesos (P10,000,000) per legislative 
district shall be automatically included in the annual General Appropriations Act under the budget 
of the DOH for the implementation of this Act. 
SECTION 8. Separability Clause. If any provision of this Act is declared invalid or 
unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. 
SECTION 9. Repealing Clause. All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules, and regulations 
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
SECTION 10. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved,