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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session
1694

Introduced By: Honorable Kario Alexei B. Nograles_ Sx

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Setting off fireworks forms part of the Filipino practice of celebrating
New Year's Eve. Mostly influenced by traditions, Filipinos believe that loud
noises drive away evil and misfortune. But some have carried this
superstition to extremes by firing guns to welcome the New Year, despite
threats of criminal prosecution.

Against efforts of government, this abhorrent practice still continues
with records showing that the number of people injured from stray bullets
has increased. Making matters worse, even government agents have been
suspected of committing such offenses. .

Apart from this, there is a general perception that irresponsibie
discharging of firearms is not a serious crime.

This Bill aims to provide for stiffer penalties for illegal discharge of

firearms so as to prevent deaths or injuries resulting from such reckless acts
by thoughtless individuals who have no regard for the safety of others.

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KARLQ/ALEXEI B. NOGRALES


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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session
House Bill No

Introduced By: Honorable Karlo Alexei B. Nograles

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR STIFFER PENALTIES ON ILLEGAL DISCHARGE OF
FIREARMS AMENDING FOR THAT PURPOSE ARTICLE 254 OF TITLE VIII
CHAPTER ONE OF ACT 3815, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE
REVISED PENAL CODE

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

SECTION 1. Article 254 of Act 3815, as amended, otherwise known as the
Revised Penal Code is hereby further amended to read as follows:

“Article 254. Discharge of firearms. - Any person who shall shoot [at
another with] any firearm WITHOUT LAWFUL AUTHORITY shall suffer the
penalty of prision correctional in its [minimum and medium] MAXIMUM PERIOD,
unless the fact of the case are such that the act can be held to constitute
frustrated or attempted parricide, murder, homicide or any other crime for which a
higher penalty is prescribed by any articles of this Code.

IF THE PERSON SHOOTING SHALL BE A MEMBER OF THE
NATIONAL POLICE, ARMED FORCES OR ANY LAW ENFORCEMENT
AGENCY AUTHORIZED BY LAW TO BEAR ARMS, THE PENALTY OF
PRISION MAYOR SHALL BE IMPOSED.

IF THE SHOOTING SHALL RESULT TO THE DEATH OF A VICTIM, THE
PENALTY OF RECLUSION TEMPORAL SHALL BE IMPOSED.

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, order, proclamations, rules and
regulations, or part thereof, which are inconsistent with any provision of this Act are
hereby repealed or modify accordingly.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause. ~ If any provision or part of this Act, or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances, is held unconstitutional or invalid, the
remainder of this Act shall not be affected thereby.

SECTION 4. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shalt take effect fifteen (15) days from

the date of its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2)
newspaper of general circulation

Approved
vn CEIVED
mes JUL 2013

Introduced by the Honorable Victoria G. Noel

EXPLANATORY NOTE

During the Commonwealth era, the Americans introduced the public school
system to the Philippines. To meet the need for public school buildings, the Asamblea
Filipina (Philippine Assembly), passed as one of its first laws Act. No. 1801 framed
by Nueva Ecija representative Isauro Gabaldon.

Taken from the surname of its principal advocate, it came to be known as the
"Gabaldon Act of 1907," and all the schoo} buildings built in the next two decades
during the American period were called "Gabaldon Schoothouses.”

‘These "Gabaldon Schoolhouses” have withstood the elements and until the
present are still being used by public schools throughout the country.

‘This bill seeks to rehabilitate and repair the “Gabaldon Schoolhouses”
nationwide to preserve its historical significance as well as address the ever growing
need for educational facilities.

This proposed measure was filed by the Honorable Florencio G. Noel in the
{5* Congress. The bill however did not pass ino law du to lack of matesial time.

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Approval of this bill is earnestly sought.


Republic of the Phil
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon C

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1707

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by the Honorable Victoria G. Noel

AN ACT.
PROVIDING FOR THE REHABILITATION AND REPAIR OF
GABALDON SCHOOLHOUSES NATIONWIDE, APPROPRIATING FUNDS.
THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. There shall be rehabilitated and repaired under the supervision of the
Department of Education, the Gabaldon schoolhouses nationwide.

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
charged to the Department of Education under the current General Appropriations
Act. Thereafter, such sums as are needed for its continued implementation shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in
the Official Gazette and at least two (2) newspapers for general circulation.

Approved,
_ 25 JUL 2013
Republic of the Philippines in. PA.

Fouse of Representatives \
Quezon City, Metro Manila \

Sixteenth CONGRESS ite
First Regular Session

House Bilt No,__ 1869

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE MA. JOCELYN VALERA-BERNOS

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the government’s basic responsibility to provide for the health
needs of the Filipino people. Such responsibility does not stop at the primary
health care services offered by barangay health centers and primary-level
hospitals but extends to the provision of secondary and tertiary-level health
care whenever possible.

Government must take its presence felt more strongly in areas where
people depend largely on public hospitals for their health care needs because
of the scarcity of private hospitals. Hence, in areas where the population has
increased but health services have not increased commensurately, government
must provide more health services through the establishment of new hospitals
or upgrading of existing ones. It is for these reasons that:

The La Paz District Hospital in the municipality of La Paz, Abra, is a
primary-level hospital which has been servicing the health needs of the
economically-disadvantaged residents of La Paz, Danglas, Lagayan, all of the
Province of Abra, as well as the adjacent towns of San Antonio, Sagap and
Banacao. Despite its 41-personnel complement, this 15-bed hospital needs to
‘expands its services to reach out to a greater number of the sick in La Paz and
nearby towns, The La Paz District Hospital should be converted into a national
hospital to have more funds in order to expand its bed capacity and upgrade its
facilities to optimize the services it offers to the public.

For the foregoing reasons, the immediate passage of this bill is hereby

urged. A)
MA, JOCELYN VALEI

REPRESENTATIVE
Lone District, Province of Abra

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First Regular Session

1869

House Bill No.

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE MA, JOCELYN VALERA-BERNOS

AN ACT CONVERTING THE LA PAZ DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LA PAZ, PROVINCE OF ABRA, INTO A NATIONAL HOSPITAL TO BE KNOWN AS LA
PAZ NATIONAL HOSPITAL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Congress assembled:

Section 1, The La Paz District Hospital in the Municipality of La Paz,
Province of Abra, is hereby converted into a national hospital to be known as
La Paz National Hospital.

Section 2. The La Paz National Hospital shall be under the supervision
of the Department of Health.

Section 3. The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this
Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following its
enactment into law and thereafter.

Section 4. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.
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Republic of the Phili
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
st Regular §

HOUSE BILL NO. _ 1483

Introduced by HONORABLE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA

EXPLANATORY NO’

The State shall protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health
consciousness among them as provided for under Article II, Section 15 of the 1987 Constitution.

As public Health Workers, the Sanitarians are part of the Department of Health Programs
specifically on Environmental Health and Sanitation and its other duties which are attached
hereto.

Since sanitarians work closely with the community they are in a very crucial position to
effect change in the sanitary habits and practices of the community. They work together with the
rural health units in the prevention of epidemics and outbreaks of all kinds of diseases as
provided for under Presidential Decree No. 856, otherwise known as “The Code of Sanitation of
the Philippines.”

This bill seeks to upgrade the position of sanitary inspectors to the next higher salary
grade. By upgrading the salaries of the Sanitarians, it is hoped that they can fulfill better their
responsibilities to provide quality health care which is truly responsive to the needs of the
community’s primary health care.

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

REI NI MERCADO-REVILLA

2" District, Cavite


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

_ 1483

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE LANI MERCADO-REVILLA.

AN ACT
UPGRADING THE POSITION OF SANITATION INSPECTOR TO THE NEXT
HIGHER SALARY GRADE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The posi
salary grade (SG) as follows:

jon of sanitation inspector is hereby upgraded to the next higher

POSITION SALARY GRADE (SG)
From To
Saniation Inspector | 86-06 3609
Sanitation Inspector IT SG 08 SG1l
Sanitation Inspector III SG1l $G 13
Sanitation Inspector IV. S$G 13 8G 15
Sanitation Inspector V_ | SG 15 SG17
Sanitation Inspector VI SG18 | 8G 19

SECTION 2. Within sixty (60) days from the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of the
Interior and Local Government shall, in coordination with the Department of Budget and
Management, issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this
Act.
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES k
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 98 JUL 2013
Quezon City, Metro Manila %

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS:
First Regular Session

House Bill No._ 1158

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Mangrove trees play an important role in marine and estuarine areas
especially because they are one of the few species of trees that can thrive in
salty water. Considered to have an ecosystem of its own, it is the home and
breeding ground not just of marine organisms but also of other animals and
plants.

Coastlines all over the world are having serious problems due to
climate change. The mangrove ecosystem can help mitigate the harmful
effects of climate change because it serves as an effective buffer between the
land and the sea. It defends the land by being engulfed by the sea due to the
rising level of seawater. It protects shorelines from damaging erosions. It
also stabilizes coasts and river banks and filters pollutants of seawater,

In other parts of the world, people have utilized mangrove trees as a
renewable resource. Harvested for durable, water-resistant wood, mangroves
have been used in building houses, boats, pilings, and furniture. The wood of
the black mangrove has also been utilized in the production of charcoal
Tannins and other dyes are extracted from mangrove bark. Leaves have been
used in tea, medicine, livestock feed, and as a substitute for tobacco.

Majority of the towns in the province of Catanduanes has a coastal
area. In order to save its marine diversity which is fast diminishing, the
passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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CESAR V. SARMIENTO:


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo.__1158

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE REFORESTATION AND REHABILITATION
OF APPROXIMATELY THREE HUNDRED SIXTY TWO (362) HECTARES
OF MANGROVE AREAS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN ANDRES,
PROVINCE OF CATANDUANES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Mangrove areas in the municipality of San Andres,
Province of Catanduanes, covering approximately three hundred sixty two
(362) hectares shall be rehabilitated under the supervision of the Department
of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through the Local
Provincial/Community Environment and Natural Resources Office
(P/CENRO).

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act
shall be charged to the appropriations of the DENR under the General
Appropriations Act. Therefore, such sum as may be necessary for the
maintenance, protection and preservation of the areas covered shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act will take effect upon its approval

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1140

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: HON. HERNAN G. BIRON, JR.

AN ACT
NAMING THE NATIONAL ROAD FROM BARANGAY ABANGAY
TO BARANGAY POBLACION, DINGLE, ILOILO AS.
“BOARD MEMBER RUFINO A. PALABRICA, JR. NATIONAL ROAD”

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to name the national road from Barangay Abangay to Barangay Poblacion,
Municipality of Dingle, Province of Hoilo as “Board Member Rufino A. Palabrica, Jr. National
Road.”

Hlent road condition is one of the factors that contribute to the development of
it provides accessibility to investors and tourists. The municipality of Dingle
ed with beautiful scenery that can be developed as a tourist destination. It has
industrial and business potential as it is centrally located in the Province of Iloilo.

It was during the incumbency of then Mayor Rufino A. Palabrica, Jr. that the national
road from Barangay Abangay to Barangay Poblacion was improved. Mayor Palabrica, Jr., later
became Board Member of the Province of Iloilo, on whose initiatives additional infrastructure
projects and improvements were done.

This representation believes that the naming of the national road from Barangay Abangay
to Barangay Poblacion, in the Municipality of Dingle, Province of Iloilo to “Board Member
Rufino A. Palabrica, Jr. National Road” is in order and proper.

‘Thus, passage of this bill is earnestly requested.

RNAN G. BIRON, JR.
7/4" District, Hoilo



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City a

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1140

Introduced by: HON. HERNAN G. BIRON, JR.

AN ACT
NAMING THE NATIONAL ROAD FROM BARANGAY ABANGAY
TO BARANGAY POBLACION, DINGLE, ILOILO AS.
“BOARD MEMBER RUFINO A. PALABRICA, JR. NATIONAL ROAD”

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

“TION 1. The national road that stretches from Barangay Abangay to Barangay
Poblacion in the Municipality of Dingle, Province of Iloilo is hereby named as Board Member
Rufino A. Palabrica, Jr. National Road.

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

SECTION 3. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days afier its publication in a
of general circulation

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

O3uE 20197)
Quezon City iy
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16" Congress j
First Regular Session
House Bill No.4 9

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill implores the conversion of the Victory to Cabibihan Roads into a national
road, all within the territorial jurisdiction of the Local Municipal Government of Caibiran,
in the province of Biliran.

These roads were constructed in line with the goal of the Local Government of
the Municipality of Naval, Province of Biliran to ensure delivery of basic goods and
services to the countryside, facilitate economic activity and growth therein and to serve
as an alternate route.

Considering the prevalence of calamities and natural phenomena in the country,

mostly destroying and blocking roads and bridges, it is therefore imperative to convert
Victory to Cabibihan Barangay Roads into a national road and to allocate sufficient
funds pursuant thereof.

The approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

Representative
Lone District, Biliran


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill NoJ 0.49

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J, ESPINA

AN ACT CONVERTING VICTORY TO CABIBIHAN ROADS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
CAIBIRAN, PROVINCE OF BILIRAN, INTO NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREOF

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

Section 1. The Victory to Cabibihan Barangay Roads, all in the Municipality of
Caibiran, Province of Biliran, hereby converted and declared as
National Road.

Section 2. The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act shall
be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following
its enactment into law and thereafter.

Section 3. This act shall take effect upon approval.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS.
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NoL'784

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is one of State policies that priority to education, science, and
technology be paid attention to in order to accelerate social progress and
promote total human liberation and development. Corollarily, another State
policy recognizes the vital role of communication and information in nation
building.

These two are best achieved, to some degree or other, with private
‘sector participation, whether or not, the government gives it more incentives
than it expected. But just like other comforts given by grand malls to
shoppers (e.g. fully air-conditioning system), malls can likewise provide free
internet within the whole structure.

This bill seeks to enjoin grand or mega malls to provide “Free Intemet
Service” for its clients and customers as part of the emerging trends and
developments in rapidly expanding urban milieu, urbanism and urbanization in
cities, metropolitan areas, and the like.

It is not as if this is not happening yet. There are now a number of
business establishments providing free internet access or service for
customers such as Starbucks, Mc Do, Burger King, and the like. This free wi-
fi access affords people to make important decisions where they are and
therefore are no longer constrained by geographical barriers or limitations.

they are. In fact, the use of wi-fi in malls cot
shoppers going to malls everyday and thereford deserve to benefit from this
service while shopping.

The immediate passage of this bill is th¢refore most earnestly séught.

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<<“ WaNSFON“WINNIE” CASTELO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL No.L784

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
REQUIRING GRAND MALLS IN THE METROPOLIS TO PROVIDE ‘FREE
INTERNET ACCESS OR SERVICE’ TO SHOPPERS AND CUSTOMERS
THROUGHOUT THE TIME OF THEIR BUSINESS HOURS AND.
PROVIDING GUIDELINES THEREFOR

SECTION 1. It is a State policy that vital role of communication and
information in nation building should be recognized. To this end, the role of
the private sector is the State’s stimulus for granting incentives.

SEC. 2. This Act shall be known as the “Free Internet Acces or
Service Act of 2013”.

SEC. 3. It is hereby deemed part of the corporate social responsibility
of grand malis or mega malls in metropolis to provide Free Internet Access or
Service to their shoppers and customers throughout their business hours.

SEC. 4. To effectively carry out the provision of this Act, the
Department of Trade and Industry shall serve as the implementing agency.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect after its publication in the Official
Gazette and in at least three (3) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16") CONGRESS:
First Regular Session

House Bill No. _ 1754

Introduced by Hon. Ronald V. Singson

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to increase the bed capacity of Sinait District Hospital in Sinait,
Ilocos Sur from twenty-five (25) to seventy-five (75).

As enshrined in Section 11, Article XIII of the 1987 Constitution, “The State shall
adopt an integrated and comprehensive approach to health development which shall
endeavour to make essential goods, health and other social services available to all the
people at affordable cost. There shall be priority for the needs of the underprivileged
sick, elderly, disabled, women and children. The State shall endeavor to provide free
medical care to paupers.”

‘The Sinait District Hospital was inaugurated in 1975 by virtue of Republic Act No.
6302 which was approved in 1971. It provides preventive, curative, rehabitative,
emergency health and supportive professional services to the residents of Sinait, Cabugao
and San Juan. Through the years, the number of patients, particularly indigents, admitted
to the district hospital has increased significantly. The 25-bed capacity hospital can no
longer adequately accommodate the ever-increasing number of patients, especially those
requiring confinement.

With the proposed measure, the Sinait District Hospital will be fully provided with
modern equipment, medical and surgical supplies, medicines, state-of-the-art laboratory
and other medical requirements needed to extend more efficient, appropriate and adequate
medical assistance.


To ensure affordable, acceptable, available and accessible health care services for
the people in the areas without compromising the quality of medical care, approval of this

bill is highly appreciated.
‘ALD V. SENGSON



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SIXTEENTH (16") CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1754

House Bill No.

Introduced by Hon. Ronald Y. Singson

AN ACT
INCREASING THE BED CAPACITY OF SINAIT DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN
SINAIT, ILOCOS SUR FROM TWENTY-FIVE (25) TO SEVENTY-FIVE (75)
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The authorized bed capacity of the Sinait District Hospital in
Sinait, Ilocos Sur is hereby increased from twenty-five (25) to seventy-five (75) beds.

SEC. 2. The Department of Health shall include in its program the effective
implementation of this Act, 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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

1539

Lunar 8
House Bill No. an

Introduced by Representative Guillermo A. Romarate, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Barangay San Francisco (formerly, Hacienda) in the
Municipality of Mainit, Province of Surigao del Norte is separated from
the poblacion by hilly terrain, rice paddies and forested expanse.
High school students of this barangay converged in Matin-ao National
High School-Hacienda Annex with full enthusiasm to finish their
secondary education. Year by year, the enrollees’ number increases
and the Matin-ao National High School-Hacienda Annex had
difficulty in serving these young boys and girls with quality education
due to its limited funding from the local government of Mainit.

To give the pupils in this area easy access to secondary
education, which is their basic right, and to include them among the
educated youth who will be the hope of our country, the conversion
of Matin-ao National High SchoolHacienda Annex into a National
High School is imperative.

Approval of this Bills strongly recommended.



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

First Regular Session

1539

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Guillermo A. Romarate, Jr.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE MATIN-AO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL-HACIENDA
ANNEX IN BARANGAY SAN FRANCISCO, MUNICIPALITY OF MAINIT,
PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL NORTE INTO A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
TO BE KNOWN AS HACIENDA 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. Conversion of a National High School — The Matin-ao
National High School-Hacienda Annex in Barangay San Francisco,
Municipality of Mainit, Province of Surigao del Norte is hereby
converted to national high school to be known as Hacienda National

High School.

SEC. 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities - All personnel, assets,
liabilities and records of the Matin-ao National High School- Hacienda
Annex shall be transferred fo and absorbed by the Hacienda

National High School.


SEC. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department's program the
operationalization of the, the initial funding of Hacienda National High
School which shall be charged against the current year's
appropriation of the Matin-ao National High School-Hacienda Annex.
Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued operation of the

school shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Implementation. - The Secretary of Education shall issue
such rules and regulations as may be necessary to cary out the

purpose of this Act.

SEC. 5. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days

after its publication in the Official Gazette.

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo. 1666 __

Introduced by HONORABLE ARNULFO F. GO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The establishment of the fisheries and aquatic resources center in the Municipality of Lebak,
Sultan Kudarat to be known as the “Lebak Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Center” is designed to
provide technical assistance and services to the expanding fishery sector in the Second District of
Sultan Kudarat.

In its existence, the Center to be ideally situated, shall set the directions, the objectives and the
operations of many fishing activities; engage in technology, research and development in the field of
fishery; and to streamline all concerns in order to propagate and preserve aquatic and marine resources
to benefit sectors involve in related fish production, hatchery, cage farming, aqua culture and the like.

Therefore, the establishment of the Center is long overdue to preserve an ideal aquatic
ecosystem.

Hence, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

REP. Al (LFO F. GO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.. 1666

Introduced by HONORABLE ARNULFO F. GO

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING THE FISHERIES AND AQUATIC RESOURCES CENTER IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF LEBAK, SULTAN KUDARAT, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

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

SECTION 1: There shall be established the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Center in the
Municipality of Lebak, Province of Sultan Kudarat.

SECTION 2: Implementing Rules and Regulations- The Secretary of the Department of
Agriculture shall issue such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of
this act.

SECTION 3: The amount needed for the implementation of this Act shall be charged to the
appropriations of the Department of Agriculture under the General Appropriations Act, Thereafter, such
sum as may be necessary for the continued operation and maintenance of the farm established under
this Act shall be included in the annual General Appropriation Act.

SECTION 4: Effectivity- This Act shall effect immediately upon approval.

Approved.
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 08 wut 2013
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1160

House Bill No.

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Mangrove trees play an important role in marine and estuarine areas
especially because they are one of the few species of trees that can thrive in
salty water. Considered to have an ecosystem of its own, it is the home and
breeding ground not just of marine organisms but also of other animals and
plants.

Coastlines all over the world are having serious problems due to
climate change. The mangrove ecosystem can help mitigate the harmful
effects of climate change because it serves as an effective buffer between the
land and the sea. It defends the land by being engulfed by the sea due to the
fising level of seawater. It protects shorelines from damaging erosions. It
also stabilizes coasts and river banks and filters pollutants of seawater,

In other parts of the world, people have utilized mangrove trees as a
renewable resource. Harvested for durable, water-resistant wood, mangroves
have been used in building houses, boats, pilings, and furniture. The wood of
the black mangrove has also been utilized in the production of charcoal.
Tannins and other dyes are extracted from mangrove bark. Leaves have been
used in tea, medicine, livestock feed, and as a substitute for tobacco.

Majority of the towns in the province of Catanduanes has a coastal
area. In order to save its marine diversity which is fast diminishing, the
passage of this bill is earnestly sought

Se
CESAR V. SARMIENTO.


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1160

House Bill No.

Introduced by REP. CESAR V. SARMIENTO

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE REFORESTATION AND REHABILITATION

OF APPROXIMATELY TWO HUNDRED THIRTY THREE (233) HECTARES

OF MANGROVE AREAS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PANDAN, PROVINCE
OF CATANDUANES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Mangrove areas in the municipality of Pandan, Province
of Catanduanes, covering approximately two hundred thirty three (233)
hectares shall be rehabilitated under the supervision of the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through the Local
Provincial/Community Environment and Natural Resources Office
(PICENRO).

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act
shall be charged to the appropriations of the DENR under the General
Appropriations Act. Therefore, such sum as may be necessary for the
maintenance, protection and preservation of the areas covered shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act will take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES [ a JUL 2015
0 PAE

Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 156

Introduced by Representative IMELDA ROMUALDEZ-MARCOS

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Sacritan Elementary School in the Municipality of Pinili, Ilocos Norte has
served as a pillar of education in the province since 1923. It has catered to students
coming from Barangays Sacritan, Lumbaan-Bicbica and Liliputen.

At present, students need to travel 15-21 kilometers away just to reach the
nearest public high school. This is why many parents have been clamoring for the
establishment of a high school in their area that will open an opportunity for students
to access basic education at a lower cost. This is why the conversion of Sacritan
Elementary School to an integrated school is not only timely, but a necessity. It will
be able to accommodate the growing educational needs of the children within the
area.

The establishment of Sacritan Integrated School will not only reduce the
transportation costs of the students, but it will also significantly contribute to the
increase in the participation and cohort survival rates of students within the area.
With the implementation of the K + 12 curriculum, a more conscious effort to
maximize the resources of each school should be exercised in order to reach out to
even more students. In this way, the number of out-of-school youth, as well as the
crime and unemployment rates will relatively decrease.

For additional information, this bill was approved at the committee level in the
Fifteenth Congress.

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

z
IMELDA ROMUALDEZ-MARCOS,

Representative
2" District, llocos Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1561

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative IMELDA ROMUALDEZ-MARCOS

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE SACRITAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE MUNICIPALITY
OF PINILI, PROVINCE OF ILOCOS NORTE INTO AN INTEGRATED SCHOOL TO
BE KNOWN AS SACRITAN INTEGRATED SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Conversion into an Integrated School. The Sacritan Elementary
School located at Sitio Balbalay, Barangay Sacritan, Pinili, locos Note is hereby
converted into an integrated school to be known as Sacritan Integrated School.

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All personnel, assets, liabilities
and records of the Sacritan Elementary School are hereby transferred to and
absorbed by the Sacritan integrated School.

SECTION 3. Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall immediately
include in the Department's program and operationalization of the Sacritan
Integrated School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

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

SECTION 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
nouse sino. +04 8

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert FUENTES STREET in Iloilo City, presently classified as a
local city road, into a national road, It was originally filed as House Bill 5349 in the 15"
Congress. It was passed on third reading by the House of Representatives and was approved by
the Senate Committee on Public Works in the previous Congress. However, the Senate was not
able to schedule the bill for 2 reading prior to the closure of the 15" Congress.

FUENTES STREET spans a total length of 572 meters, with a width of 13 meters. It is
located at the City Proper District of Lloilo City, The road, which is connected to a main City
Proper road (Ledesma Street) is used to access several schools and business establishments, It
also leads to the Iloilo Fishing Port Complex,

The widely-used road’s conversion to a national road is necessary in order to ensure its
proper maintenance. In addition, the development of the road will serve as a catalyst for
economic growth in the City of lloilo, as its periodic repair and rehabilitation will guarantee easy
access to the major commercial establishments in the city

In view of the foregoing, I highly recommend the approval of thi We
JE . TRENAS


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No.___ 2.018

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias
AN ACT CONVERTING FUENTES STREET IN CITY PROPER DISTRICT, ILOILO CITY
INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Fuentes Street in City Proper District, Tloilo City is hereby converted into a
national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SEC. 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.

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

Approved,
24 JUL2013
bony

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

First Regular Session

1847

House Bill No.

Introduced by HON. ELEANDRO JESUS F. MADRONA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Bill seeks to change the name of Alcantara National Trade School to be
known as Romblon National Institute of Technology located in the Municipality of
Alcantara, Province of Romblon.

Republic Act (RA) 4581 of 1965 established the Alcantara National Trade School
(ANTS) to offer secondary courses that would create a pool of middle-level skilled
workers under the Bureau of Technical Vocational Education (BTVE) of the Department
of Education. However, in 1997, ANTS has been placed under the administration of the
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) having qualified to
offer tech-voc education and trainings. In 2000, the Secondary Program was phased out
due to the Rationalization of the Secondary Program,

ANTS continue to offer more programs and services, not only to the residents of
the municipality, but also of the whole province. In fact, students from other nearby
provinces like Mindoro, Palawan and others enroll in this trade school

The change of name would respond to the call of time of opening doors for other
higher technical courses and trainings that the TESDA has to offer. More importantly,
the mani i the ead Sho der Section 1 of RA 4581 which states that “There
shall be established under the supervision of the Director of Vocational Education, a
national trade school in the Municipality of Alcantara, Courses of the secondary level
shall be offered in said school” is of no moment considering that the trade school is now
administered by TESDA and no longer offering secondary courses.

Thus, the approval of this Bill is earnestly sought

HON. ELEANDRO JESUS F. MADRONA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS ~
First Regular Session

House Bill No,_ 1847

Introduced by HON. ELEANDRO JESUS F, MADRONA

AN ACT
CHANGING THE NAME OF ALCANTARA NATIONAL TRADE
SCHOOL TO ROMBLON NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

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

SECTION 1. Renaming of National Trade School. - The name of Alcantara
National Trade School in the Municipality of Alcantara, Province of Romblon is hereby
changed to Romblon National Institute of Technology.

SEC. 2. Location of the Main Campus. - The main campus of the Romblon
National Institute of Technology shall continue to remain in its present location in the
Municipality of Alcantara, Province of Romblon.

SEC. 3. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH (16) CONGRESS.

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE NANCY A. CATAMCO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

A considerable percentage of the population of North Cotabato comprises various
indigenous peoples. Specifically, the towns of Arakan, Magpet, Upper President
Roxas, Tulunan, Matalam, Antipas, Makilala, and Kidapawan City, all in the second
district of the province are homes to various tribes and cultural minorities such as the
Bagobos and Manobos.

Regretfully, many of these minorities are unable to gain access to sufficient training
and education and are therefore unable to competitively seek means of employment
and/or other forms of livelihood.

The legal mandate of the NCIP is the protection and promotion of the interest and
well-being of the ICCs/IPs with due regard to their beliefs, customs and institutions.

On the other hand, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
(TESDA) is the government agency tasked to manage and supervise technical
education and skills development in the Philippines.

This bill seeks to pull together the resources and expertise of the NCIP and the
TESDA as well as the concemed local government units in the province of North
Cotabato and ultimately come up with an avenue for education for the indigenous
peoples of North Cotabato, specifically a training center where they can hone their
technical knowledge and skills in the hope that they may be able to use the
knowledge as tool and implement for obtaining livelihood

NAI  CATAMCO,


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH (16") CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House BILL No, 10772

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE NANCY A. CATAMCO

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN INDIGENOUS
TRAINING CENTER IN THE CITY OF KIDAPAWAN, NORTH COTABATO AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established, through the Technical Education
and Skills Development Authority [TESDA] jointly with the National Commission on
Indigenous People's Commission [NCIP] , an indigenous training and learning
center in the City of Kidapawan, North Cotabato

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act
shall be charged against the appropriation for TESDA and NCIP under the current
General Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for its
maintenance shall be provided for by the National government.

SECTION 3. This Act Shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
Republic of the Philippines
‘Bouse of Representatives
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. : __1868

Introduced by HON. MA JOCELYN VALERA-BERNOS
EXPLANATORY NOTE

The province of abra is a landlocked province of the Philippines in the cordillera administrative
Region with its capital town Bangued. In 1818, the Ilocos region, including Abra, was divided into llocos
Norte and Ilocos Sur. In 1846 Abra was created as Political-Military province with Lepanto as a sub-
province. In 1908 the Philippine commission once again annexed Abra to llocos Sur in an attempt to
resolve Abra’s financial difficulties. On March 09, 1917, The Philippine assembly Re-established Abra as a
province. The following year manifest the first observance of its foundation anniversary. On the late 80's
the provincial government oif Abra expanded its celebration with cultural presentation on the province's,
culture and traditions.

It was observed, however, through ~~ years the participation in the different activities during
the celebration is limited to the provincial employees, officials and municipal officials and some
participating groups due to the fact that sald date mostly falls on a regular work day.

In recognition of the historic significance of the foundation of the province of Abra and the need
to infuse it in the heart and mind of every Abrenio, it is only apt that March 9 of each year be declared a
special non-working holiday to permit the greater masses of its people to participate, reflect and
celebrate the event with proper programs and ceremonies.

Moreover, said date also coincides with the celebration of the Abrenian Kawayan Festival which
showcases the different culture and traditions of every Abrenio and the advancement of the province
economically and the most importantly, helps in the promotion of peace and the growing trade,
investment and tourism of the province.

It is then prayed to the Honorable tribunal of the 15" congress for the approval of this bill.

MA, JOCELYN'VALERA4BERNOS

Congresswoman
Lone District of Abra

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Republic of the Whilippines
Wouse of Representatives
Queson City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO,:__ 1868

Introduced by HON. MA JOCELYN VALERA-BERNOS

AN ACT DECLARING THE 9™ DAY OF MARCH AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE
PROVINCE OF ABRA IN COMMEMMORATION OF ITS FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY AND THE
CULMINATION OF THE ABRENIAN KAWAYAN FESTIVAL.

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

assembled:

SECTION 1. March 9 from this year hereon is hereby declared a special non-working holiday in
the province of Abra, in commemoration of its foundation anniversary and the culmination of
the Abrenian Kawayan Festival.

SECTION 2. This act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL No, __1307

Nn %

7, Ott 268

Introduced by Honorable Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to provide for the construction of a national highway
from the Municipality of Tagoloan, Province of Lanao del Norte to the
Municipality of Talakag, Province of Bukidnon.

Roads play a major role in the economic progress of communities and
the nation in general. The nation’s economy relies heavily on land
transportation particularly in the movement of people and goods. Good and
extensive road networks are indispensable in national development as they
stimulate business activities and economic opportunities.

The proposed road construction will certainly benefit not only the
provinces of Lanao del Norte and Bukidnon but the entire Mindano region in
general as it will facilitate the efficient flow of people and goods within the
entire island. More specifically, the nearby provinces of Misamis Occidental
and Oriental, Lanao del Sur, and the Zamboanga provinces will directly
benefit from the road construction as it will significantly shorten travel time
to and from the aforesaid provinces.

Furthermore, the proposed highway will also promote peace and order
in Mindanao as it will facilitate the movement of government troops and
significantly reduce their response time in times of emergencies.

In view of the foregoing premises, the prompt approval of this measure
is earnestly sought and recommended.

IMELDA .NZA-DIMAPORO.
Ist District\Lanao del Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1307

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NATIONAL HIGHWAY FROM.
THE MUNICIPALITY OF TAGOLOAN, PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL NORTE TO.
THE MUNICIPALITY OF TALAKAG, PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall be constructed, under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways, a national highway from the Municipality of Tagoloan,
Province of Lanao del Norte to the Municipality of Talakag, Province of Bukidnon.

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the effective implementation of this Act shall
be charged to the appropriation of the Department of Public Works and Highways,
‘Thereafter, such amount as may be necessary for the maintenance of the national highway
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,