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SENATE 
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Introduced by RON. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
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EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In invoking its power of parens patriae, the State may exercise its authority to usurp the 
rights of the nafural parent or guardian and to act as parent of any child or individual, or an 
incapacitated and dependent person who is in need of protection against danger, risk of their 
lives and limbs. 
Recent incidents have occurred where children were severely injured while riding on a 
motorcycle. These children lack the development skills to pay attention and properly secure 
themselves while riding. 
This bill seeks to supplement Senate Bill 1863, which I earlier filed, mandating all 
motorcycles riders to wear standard quality helmet while driving. This is consistent with our 
advocacy to provide safety measures to all riders and passengers and avoid injury or fatality 
especially for children on motorcycles. 
Hence, passage ofthis bill is earnestly sought. 


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Sixteenth Congress of the 
Republic of the Philippines 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
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47 
S.B.No._· _ 
Introduced by HON. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
AN ACT 
PROHmITING Il'HE RIDING OR TRANSPORTING OF CHILDREN SEVEN 
YEARS OLD AND BELOW ON MOTORCYCLES ALONG HIGHWAYS 
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Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as "Motorcycle Safety Act for 
Children ". 
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. - The State recognizes its role to maintain at all 
times the safety and protection of children. 
SECTION 3. Definitions. - For purposes of this Act, the following terms shall mean: 
(A) Motorcycle - Any two-wheeled vehicle such as motorcycles, scooters and the like 
(B) Highways and National Highways - roads designated by the government or local 
government units as highways or national highways 
SECTION 4. Prohibition - For any person to transport a child seven (7) years old and 
below on motorcycle along the national highway or highway. 
SECTION S. Exception - Exceptions may be made in provinces wherein there is no 
considerable vehicular traffic and where motorcycles are the only means of transportation. 
SECTION 6. Penalties. - Any violation of this Act shall be punished as follows: The 
first time offender shall be fined with an amount not exceeding P3, 000.00; P5, 000.00 for the 
second offense and PIO, 000.00 for the third and succeeding offenses. 
SECTION 7. Implementing Rules and Regulations - As the lead agency, the Land 
Transportation Office (L TO) shall fonnulate the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of 
this Act within ninety (90) days after its effectivity. 
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SECTION 8. Separability Clause - If for any reason any section or provision of this Act 
is declared unconstitutional, other provisions hereof which are not effected thereby shall 
continue to be in full force and effect. 
SECTION 9. Repealing Clause. - Any laws, decrees, or rules and regulations which are 
inconsistent with or contrary to the provisions of this Act are hereby amended or repealed. 
SECTION 10. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect upon its publication in at 
least two (2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved. 
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