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HOUSE REPRESENTATIVES I.
‘Quezon City
‘SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

House BILL No.6258

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo
EXPLANATORY NOTE

No less than the Almighty God mandates every child to “Honor your father and mother,
that your days may be long in the land which the Lord your God is giving you.”’ This
was re-echoed by the Apostle Paul in his epistle to the Ephesians, thus: “Honor
(esteem, value as precious) your father and your mother (and be respectful to them) —
this is the first commandment with a promise,”*

Deplorably, children of this generation seem to have lost touch of this basic moral
instruction. Some children mistreat their parents as though they were their peers.
‘Some dishonor their parents by ignoring their instruction and counsel. Some bring
shame or disgrace on their parents by getting into various immoral deeds.

Hence, there is a need for an ethical reconditioning among the yo
renaissance. It is upon this premise that this proposed meas
designating a month dedicated to pay homage to our parents.

observed. Children will once again realize their innate and
respect their parents in the Lord for all eternity.

The immediate passage of this meaningful measure is most ea!

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? Exodus 20:12 Modern English Version (MEV)

* Ephesians 6:2 Amplified Bible (AMP)


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session
House BILL No.6208

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

~  ANACT
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF JANUARY AS NATIONAL PARENTS’ MONTH

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

‘SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “National Parents’ Month Act.”

‘SEC. 2. It is hereby declared that the month of January be designated as the National
Parents’ Month.

‘SEC. 3. All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations inconsistent with the
Provisions of this Act are hereby repealed accordingly.

‘SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the Official
Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Second Regular Session

6233

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The recent road mishap involving a cement mixer and a Honda Brio that ended the life
of the latter's driver calls to mind the necessity of going the extra mile in taking
measures to keep the public safe on the road.

This bill, thus, contemplates on designating a specially mai
thoroughfares in Metro Manila, dedicated exclusively for hea
‘cement mixers and other similar trucks. When people beco
of such road lane, they become more circumspect and wary,
likely to occur.

The immediate passage of this timely measure is, thus, most


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Seen
HOUSE BILL No. ~ ©“ 3

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Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
DESIGNATING A SPECIALLY MARKED LANE IN MAJOR THOROUGHFARES IN METRO.
MANILA EXCLUSIVELY DEDICATED FOR HEAVY VEHICLES AND PRESCRIBING
PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the "Heavy Vehicles’ Lane Act.”

SEC. 2. There is hereby designated a specially marked lane in major thoroughfares in
Metro Manila exclusively dedicated for heavy vehicles, such as cement mixers and similar
trucks.

SEC. 3. Any person found guilty of violating the provisions of this Act shall pay a fine of
Ten Thousand Pesos (P10,000.00) for the first offense; a fine of Fifteen Thousand Pesos
(15,000.00) for the second offense; and a fine of Twenty Thousand Pesos (P20,000.00) and
revocation of driver's license for the third offense.

SEC. 4. The Department of Transportation (DOTr), in coordination with Local
Government Units (LGUs) shall issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective
implementation of this Act.

SEC. 5. All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations inconsistent with the
Provisions of this Act are hereby repealed accordingly.

‘SEC. 6. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the Official
Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6485

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE -

Speedy disposition of cases in courts is an essential part of the
judicial system especially in criminal cases where ‘justice delayed is
justice denied’.

With the recent volume of cases in courts, there is no doubt that
decisions are delayed due to the backlog of cases. The only way to
address this problem is to establish more courts to reduce the said
backlog.

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

Yoana

ROGER GAVIOLA MERCADO


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO6485

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A REGIONAL TRIAL COURT IN MAASIN CITY, PROVINCE OF
SOUTHERN LEYTE

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

1 SECTION 1. There is hereby establish a Regional Trial Court in Maasin City,
2 Province of Southem Leyte.

3 ‘SECTION 2. The budget necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
4 included in the annual General Appropriations Act under the Judiciary

5 SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

6 Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Philippines

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6497

Introduced by: “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to strengthen the given mandate of the Technical Education and Skills
Authority to enhance and develop individuals to be eventually incorporated in the workforce
locally or abroad. Also, this bill envisions the creation of TESDA Skills and Training and
Accredition Center in Paombong, Bulacan. The creation of the TESDA Center in Paombong will
cater to its 14 barangays as well as to its neighboring barangays.

This will directly benefit the morale of the constituency in our district in general as well
as its nearby municipalities by way of possible employment and livelihood opportunities meant
to further improve their quality of life.

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

“KUYA” JOSE ANPONIO R. SY-ALVARADO
Representative

First District of Bulacan


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Philippines

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6497

Introduced by: “KUYA” JOSE ANTONIO R. SY-ALVARADO.

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (TESDA) TRAINING AND
ACCREDITATION CENTER IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PAOMBONG, IN THE
PROVINCE OF BULACAN

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

SEC. 1. ~ There is hereby creating the Technical Education and Skills Development
Authority (TESDA) Training and Accreditation Center in the Municipality of Paombong, in the
province of Bulacan,

SEC. 2. The amount for the effective implementation of this Act shall be included in the
General Appropriations Act on the year following the approval of this Act and in every year
thereafter.

SEC. 3. The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority shall formulate the
necessary implementing rules and regulations for the implementation of this Act.

SEC. 4. Separability Clause — If for any reason, any section of the Act shall be deemed
Unconstitutional or invalid, the other sections or provisions thereof shall not be affected thereby
and shall remain in force and effect.

SEC. 5. Repealing Clause — All laws, executive orders, decrees, instructions, rules and
regulations, contrary to or inconsistent with any provision of this Act are hereby repealed or

modified accordingly.

SEC. 6. Efectivity Clause— This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

‘Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO._6611

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare the date February 17 as an official non-working holiday in the
whole province of Southern Leyte to commemorate our brothers and sisters who died during the
landslide in barangay Guinsaugon, Municipality of St. Bernard, Province of Southem Leyte in
the year 2006. The official death count was one thousand one hundred twenty six (1,126)

‘The passage of this bill will serve as a reminder not only to the residents living in St.
Bernard, Southern Leyte but for the whole nation that we need to take care of our environment to
avoid another ill-fited catastrophe. The remaining survivors of this tragedy surely will
remember the most painful day that happened in their lives.

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

ROGER G. MERCADO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

‘Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6611

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
DECLARING FEBRUARY 17 AS AN OFFICICAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE
WHOLE PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE IN
COMMEMORATION OF THE VICTIMS OF THE LANDSLIDE IN BARANGAY
GUINSAUGON, MUNICIPALITY OF ST. BERNARD, PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN
LEYTE TO BE KNOWN AS THE GUINSAUGON DAY

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

SECTION 1. It is hereby being declared that the date February 17 shall be a non-
working holiday in the whole Province of Southern Leyte in commemoration of the victims of
the 2006 landslide in Barangay Guinsaugon, St. Beard, Province of Southern Leyte to be
known as Guinsaugon Day.

SECTION 2. All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or parts thereof, which are
inconsistent within this Act hereby repealed or amended accordingly.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6164

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Bat-ongan Underground River in the Municipality of Mandaon, Province of Masbate
is found about 120 meters away from the Bat-ongan cave and is famous for its length of about 10
kilometers of cavernous and beautiful rock formations along the river system. The underground
river offer tourist a daring and adventurous experience.

This bill would seek to declare the Bat-ongan Underground River to be an eco-tourism
zone for its preservation and maintenance as a tourism site.

In view of the importance of this matter, we urgently ask for the passage of this bill.

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HON. ELISA T. KHO, M.D.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6164

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE BAT-ONGAN UNDERGROUND RIVER IN THE MUNICIPALITY
OF MANDAON, PROVINCE OF MASBATE AS AN ECO-TOURISM ZONE,
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. State Policy — It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote sustainable
tourism industry. Towards this end, the state shall rationalize all efforts pertaining to
environmental protection and make the tourism industry a major source of livelihood and an
avenue for the generation of employment. Henceforth, aggressive measures seeking to restore the
country’s share in the global tourism market shall be consistent with the preservation of the
existing ecosystem and natural environment.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy — Pursuant to the declared policy of the State, the Bat-
ongan Underground River in the Municipality of Mandaon, Province of Masbate is hereby
declared as an eco-tourism zone.

SECTION 3. Eco-Tourism Master Plan — The Provincial Government of Masbate, the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Department of Tourism shall jointly
prepare an Eco-Tourism Master Plan for the Bat-ongan Underground River in the Municipality
of Mandaon and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to be implemented by the local
government in coordination with concerned government agencies.

SECTION 4. Appropriations — The Department of Tourism shall include in the Department's
programs the amount necessary for the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules or
regualtions, and issuances contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act shall be
deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 6. Effectivity. - This Act shall be effective fifteen (15] days following the completion
of its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 6307

Introduced by Representative MICAELA S. VIOLAGO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill proposes the conversion of the San Jose City — Carranglan Provincial Road
going to Casecnan, Nueva Vizcaya, which traverses Barangays Digdig and Gen. Luna in the
Municipality of Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, and Dupax Sur in the Province of Nueva Vizcaya,
into a national road.

The said provincial road serves as a vital link between the Provinces of Nueva Ecija
and the Province of Nueva Vizcaya. However, the deteriorated condition of the road is
attributable to the inadequacy of funds for the upgrading, rehabilitation and year-round
maintenance by the provincial government. This makes the transport of agricultural products
difficult and expensive.

Unfortunately, the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija lacks the necessary funds for
the maintenance of the said provincial road. National funds can better cover the cost of
improving and maintaining the road for better mobility of people, goods and services to and
from Nueva Ecija and Nueva Vizcaya.

This is a refiled bill from the 15” Congress First Regular Session by Hon. Joseph F.
Violago and co-authored by Hon. Carlos M. Padilla of the lone district of Nueva Vizcaya,
under House Bill No. 1039, was approved by the House on May 21, 2012 and was
transmitted and received by the Senate on May 23, 2012.

‘Support and approval for this proposed legislation are hereby earnestly sought.

MICAELA S. VIOLAGO,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6307

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative MICAELA S. VIOLAGO

AN ACT CONVERTING THE SAN JOSE CITY - CARRANGLAN
PROVINCIAL ROAD GOING TO CASECNAN, NUEVA VIZCAYA, WHICH TRAVERSES
BARANGAYS DIGDIG AND GENERAL LUNA IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF CARRANGLAN,
NUEVA ECIJA, AND DUPAX SUR, NUEVA VIZCAYA, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1, The San Jose City - Carranglan Provincial Road going to Casecnan,
Nueva Vizcaya, which traverses barangays Digdig and General Luna in the Municipality of
Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, and Dupax Sur in the Province of Nueva Vizcaya, is hereby
converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the implementation and maintenance of the said
road shall be charged against the budget of the Department of Public Works and Highways
under the current General Appropriations Act. Therafter, such sum as may be necessary for
its repair and maintenance 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 at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
569

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Edcel man

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Ziga Memorial District Hospital (ZMDH) located in the City of Tabaco
is the premier public hospital facility in the First District of Albay which has a
population of 380,000, more or less, broken down as follows: City of Tabaco —
133,868; Municipality of Bacacay — 68,906; Municipality of Tiwi — 53,120;
Municipality of Malinao — 50,583; Municipality of Malilipot - 37,785; and
Municipality of Sto. Domingo — 34,967.

The bed capacity of the subject hospital was increased to 50 beds by
virtue of R.A. No. 6579 which was approved way back on 30 September 1972 or
45 years ago. The development and improvement of the ZMDH in terms of
infrastructure facilities, modern medical equipment and supplies, and adequate
personne! complement have been constricted because of its limited bed capacity
despite its expanding clientele.

This bill also seeks to convert the said hospital into an extension hospital
of the Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital (BRTTH) to enhance its
exposure to updated programs and activities as well as to facilitate its access to
adequate funds.

Likewise, this bill renames the Ziga Memorial District Hospital to Dr.
Lorenzo P. Ziga Memorial District Hospital, to singularly honor the late
Representative Lorenzo P. Ziga who originally conceptualized the establishment
of this hospital.

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

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 6569_

Introduced by Rep. C. Lagman

AN ACT
RENAMING THE ZIGA MEMORIAL DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN THE
CITY OF TABACO AS THE DR. LORENZO P. ZIGA MEMORIAL DISTRICT
HOSPITAL, CONVERTING IT TO AN EXTENSION HOSPITAL OF THE
BICOL REGIONAL TRAINING AND TEACHING HOSPITAL, INCREASING
ITS BED CAPACITY TO ONE HUNDRED FIFTY (150) BEDS, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. - The Ziga Memorial District Hospital in the City of Tabaco,
Province of Albay is hereby renamed as the Dr. Lorenzo P. Ziga Memorial District
Hospital which shall be converted into an extension hospital of the Bicol Regional
Training and Teaching Hospital (BRTTH), and further increasing its bed capacity
from fifty (50) to one hundred fifty (150) beds.

SECTION 2. — 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.

SECTION 3. — The Department of Health shall issue the necessary
guidelines for the operation of the subject extension hospital within sixty (60)
days from the effectivity of this Act.

SECTION 4. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

6086

House Bill No. ___

Introduced by: REP. SUHARTO T. MANGUDADATU

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish an additional Regional Trial Court to be stationed in
‘Tacurong City, Province of Sultan Kudarat

The First Congressional District of Sultan Kudarat Province is comprised of five (5)
municipalities and one (1) city in its jurisdiction. The number of cases filed in the province’s
trial court has risen considerably due to the fact that the court salas assigned to hear these cases
are very limited.

‘The hapless condition to have these cases heard is considerably reduced to what we call
a snail pace delivery of justice. This is certainly what we call as justice delayed, justice denied.

In order for us to attain and provide a speedy delivery and resolution of eases, there is
a strong need to establish an additional Regional Trial Court to be established in Tacurong City,
Sultan Kudarat Province.

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



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRES!
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 6085

Introduced by: REP. SUHARTO T. MANGUDADATU

AN ACT

CREATING AN ADDITIONAL TRIAL CPOURT IN THE PROVINCE OF SULTAN
KUDARAT TO BE STATIONED IN TACURONG CITY, FURTHER AMENDING
FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 14, PARAGRAPH (I) OF BATAS PAMBANSA BLG
129, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “THE JUDICIARY REORGANIZATION ACT OF
1980”, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE

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

SECTION |. An additional Regional Trial Court branch to be stationed in Tacurong City,
Province of Sultan Kudarat is hereby created in the Twelfth Judicial Region.

‘The Supreme Court shall assign the branch number of the newly created Regional Trial Court
branch in the Twelfth Judicial Region.

SECTION 2. 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 additional Regional Trial Court branch to be stationed in Tacurong
City, Province of Sultan Kudarat, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act

SECTION 3. Section 14 (i) of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129, otherwise known as “The Judiciary
Reorganization Act of 1980”, as amended, and all other laws, rules and regulations which are
consistent with this Act are hereby amended, repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6110

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Fishing is a major source of livelihood in the Municipality of Saint Bernard,
Southem Leyte. A fish port is necessary for the fishing industry of the said place to
improve. Without a fish port, the fishing industry thereat will have difficulty in the
conduct of their trade.

To address this issue, the establishment of a fish port is deemed necessary. The
improvement of the fishing industry at the said place will also mean additional
revenue for the government.

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being eamnestly sought.

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ROGER GAVIOLA MERCADO.


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 6110

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A FISH PORT IN THE OF MUNICIPALITY OF SAINT BERNARD,
PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Department
of Agriculture, through the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA), a fish
port in the Municipality of Saint Bernard, Southem Leyte

SECTION 2. Within two (2) years after the construction of the fish port, the PFDA,
through a memorandum of agreement, shall transfer its management to the local
government unit concerned. It shall implement a training and phasing-in program for
local government personnel on the management and operation of the fish port.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department's
Programs the establishment of the fish port, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act. The local government unit concemed shall set aside


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funds from any available revenue any amount deemed appropriate for the operation of
the fish port.

SECTION 4. Within sixty (60) days from the passage of this Act, the Secretary of
Agriculture shall issue the rules and regulation on the implementation 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,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila oa =
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS \. ee )
SECOND REGULAR oT Xr,
House Bill No. 6178

INTRODUCED BY Rep. GREG G. GASATAYA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘One of the underlying purposes for decentralization is to have the national government ensure that
there is consistent improvement in the performance of local government units and the quality of community
life.

The reasonable sharing of public burden especially with regard to mutual cooperation in the
conservative use of public funds, with the assistance by the National Government (NG) and the budget of
the local government unit (LGU) in terms of the latter’s savings in infrastructure expenditures, may be
attained when the complete stretch of major road arteries which are partly or commonly under the domain
of both the LGU and NG shall all be integrally and wholly be under a system that shall harmonize both
their developmental impacts.

Furthermore, the entirety of the major road arteries which are connected to the already existing, or
leading towards, the national roads will eventually result in the network of national roads that may entail
further infrastructure improvement falling under the capacity of the NG such as the building of flyovers
and the like, thus, certainly providing avenues for proactive measures for the efficient and orderly flow of
traffic that can boost and ugment community interaction resulting in economic development and upliftment
in living conditions benefiting the LGUs in particular and the country in general. As one of the major access
roads to the Bacolod Circumferential Road and Airport Road, the Sofia Gonzaga Road could greatly assist
in infrastructure development if converted into a national road.

As such, passage of this Bill is earnestly sought.

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REP. GREG G. GASATAYA
Lone District of Bacolod City


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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
SECOND REGULAR SESSION

6172

House Bill No.

INTRODUCED BY Rep. GREG G. GASATAYA

AN ACT
CONVERTING SOFIA GONZAGA ROAD INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

SECTION 1. SOFIA GONZAGA ROAD in the City of Bacolod is hereby converted into a
national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department 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.

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

APPROVED,

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REP. GREG G. GASATAYA
Lone District of Bacolod City
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Second Regular Session

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Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.
House Bill No. 6868
EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘s HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

This bill seeks to convert the Jct. Abellanosa — Capistrano Street - Carmen —
Patag Road in Cagayan de Oro City from a city road to a national road,

The road is presently in dire need of expansion, repair and rehabilitation. City
funds are not adequate for its maintenance and/or upgrading. Hence, the need to tap
other sources. With its improvement, easier access to both points would be ensured
and the potentials for commercial and industrial development would be realized,

With its conversion into a national road, it would receive the much needed
funding and assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is eamestly requested.

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MAXIMO B: RODRIGUEZ, JR.


SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
Second Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.
House Bill No. 6868

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE JCT. ABELLANOSA — CAPISTRANO STREET — CARMEN —
PATAG ROAD IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

Section 1. The Jct. Abellanosa — Capistrano Street — Carmen — Patag Road is
hereby converted into a national road.

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

Sec. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no, 8234

Introduced by REP. RUWEL PETER S. GONZAGA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The bill seeks to convert a 43.5 kilometer provincial road stretch which starts at
Barangays Binasbas, traversing Mangloy, Imelda, Inacayan, Belmonte, Andap, Melale, Datu
Ampunan and Datu Davao in the Municipality of Laak in the Province of Compostela Valley as
a national road.

By converting the provincial road traversing the aforementioned barangays into a
national road, the national government through the Department of Public Works and Highways
will be the one who will take care of the maintenance and repair of the said road. With available
resources, the proper and sufficient maintenance of the road becomes less burdensome to the
local government concerned resulting in the timely and appropriate preservation of the road’s
good condition. The safety and stability of this road infrastructure will be enhanced further by
the new management whose expertise and knowledge will truly improve this public asset.

Indeed, roads are a major factor in the growth and progress of an area, With sufficiently
maintained roads come greater accessibility and more economic activity. Thus, by improving
such road more and better opportunities are made available to the people thereby reducing
poverty in the locality.

Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

c

UWEL PETRR S. GONZAGA|
Second District
Compostela Valley



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6234

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REP. RUWEL PETER S. GONZAGA

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PROVINCIAL ROAD TRAVERSING BARANGAYS BINASBAS,
MANGLOY, IMELDA, INACAYAN, BELMONTE, ANDAP, MELALE, DATU
AMPUNAN, DATU DAVAO IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LAAK IN THE PROVINCE
OF COMPOSTELA VALLEY INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Provincial Road traversing Barangays Binasbas, Mangloy, Imelda,
Inacayan, Belmonte, Andap, Melale, Datu Ampunan, Datu Davao in the Municipality of Laak in
the Province of Compostela Valley is hereby converted and declared as a national road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall include in
the Department's program the improvement, maintenance and repair 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 it’s publication in the Official
Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House BLL NoB488

Introduced by Hon. Fernando V. Gonzalez”

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish a multi-species marine hatchery in the Municipality of
Pioduran, Province of Albay, to address the nutritional and economic needs specifically of
the residents of the coastal barangays of Pioduran, all located in the Province of Albay.

The establishment of the hatchery will greatly improve the economic lot of the people
not only in the above-mentioned areas but also in the province as a whole. It will also
provide excellent employment opportunities and help alleviate poverty. In addition, the
hatchery will help replenish the supply of crabs and shrimps there and will enable the people
keep pace with the increasing demand for these marine products, locally and even worldwide.

In view thereof, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no 8488

Introduced by Hon. Fernando V. Gonzalez

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A MULTI-SPECIES MARINE HATCHERY IN THE MUNICIPALITY
OF PIODURAN, PROVINCE OF ALBAY, 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 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 Pioduran, Province of Albay.

SEC. 2. The BFAR-DA shall. 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 concemed 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.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department's program the
establishment of the multi-purpose marine hatchery in the Municipality of Pioduran, Province
of Albay, 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.

SEC. 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.

SEC. 5. 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

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6232

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

In accordance with Sec. 17, Article II of the Constitution stating
that education must be given priority, the state has a duty to provide
educational facilities for the education program.

With the above stated policy, it is therefore necessary to establish a
national high school where it is needed. Barangay Panan-awan in Maasin
City, Southern Leyte is one of the areas where a national high school is
needed.

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

Zo

ROGER GAVIOLA MERCADO


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 6232

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY PANAN-AWAN,
MAASIN CITY, SOUTHERN LEYTE

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

1 SECTION 1. There is hereby establish a National High School in Barangay Panan-
2 awan, Maasin City, Souther Leyte.

3 SECTION 2. The budget necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
4 included in the annual General Appropriations Act under the Department of Education.

5 SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

6 Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no8756

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

As part of the Maharlika Highway, the Leyte and Surigao link should be
completed for a seamless connection of land transportation from Luzon to the Visayas
and Mindanao. For this purpose, a bridge connecting Leyte island and Mindanao
through Surigao should be constructed.

Once completed, the increase in economic activity is expected to generate jobs
that will improve the quality of life in the Visayas and Mindanao area

Therefore, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

DAC

ROGER GAVIOLA MERCADO.


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Seventeenth Congress
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6756

Introduced by Honorable Roger G. Mercado

AN ACT
MANDATING THE CONSTRUCTION OF LEYTE SURIGAO BRIDGE LINKING THE
ISLANDS OF LEYTE AND MINDANAO

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

SECTION 1. Bridge Construction. A bridge linking the islands of Leyte and

Mindanao is hereby mandated to be constructed.

SECTION 2. Appropriation. The Department of Public Works and Highways shall
include in its annual budget under the General Appropriations Act (GAA) the funds
necessary for the implementation of this Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval

Approved,
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HOUSE BILL No8S18

Introduced by Representative Maria Lourdes O. Acosta-Alba

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Roads pave the way for successful business transactions and efficient
coordination of needs among various localities. It helps in pushing forward
the economic status of any local government unit, providing job
opportunities, and delivering sources of livelihood programs and projects. It
is in this light that the country’s road be declared accordingly to its
respective classification in order to achieve its maximum utilization.

Barangay San Vicente, Sumilao up to Barangay Maluko National Sayre
Highway is being tagged as an area which is prone to landslide that causes
multitude of obstructions of the flow of traffic. The passengers hurry to
catch their first flight boarding plane for Manila and other destinations
usually gets stranded on this particular area. In addition to that, Bukidnon,
being known as “Food Basket”, is experiencing delays on the transportation
of agricultural products in these concerned areas, resulting in the poor
delivery of such goods.

Considering that the 3 Engineering District of Dicklum, Manolo Fortich,
Bukidnon, Department of Public Works and Highways had already inspected
and evaluated this critical road, it is our responsibility to help uplift the
standard of living of our people by providing for an alternative road to
maintain vehicles from travelling without any interruptions.

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

MARIA LOURDES 0.ACOSTA-ALBA
1



REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No, 6518

Introduced by Representative Maria Lourdes O. Acosta-Alba

AN ACT DECLARING BARANGAY KISOLON TO POBLACION, SUMILAO
ACROSS KULAMAN RIVER/CANYON TO SAN ROQUE TO KILABONG
DOWN TO DALIRIG OF MANOLO FORTICH, BUKIDNON AS SECONDARY
NATIONAL HIGHWAY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. Barangay Kisolon to Poblacion, Sumilao across Kulaman
River/Canyon to San Roque to Kilabong Down to Dalirig of Manolo, Fortich,
Bukidnon is hereby declared as Secondary National Highway, mandating it to
be henceforth under the primary jurisdiction of the Department of Public
Works and Highways (DPWH);

Section 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's regular programs and schedules the maintenance,
improvement, and repair of the said highway, the funding of which shall be
incorporated in the annual General Appropriations Act (GAA).

Section 3. The Local Government Unit of Sumilao, Bukidnon shall provide
the DPWH with administrative and coordinative support in order to ensure
the effective and efficient maintenance of the said highway.

Section 4. 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
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 6162

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Bat-ongan Peak and Cave in the Municipality of Mandaon, Province of Masbate is
found in a mole-like mountain, and famous for its numerous chambers and beautiful rock
formations towering over 150 feet. The caves offer tourist a thrilling experience in steep rock-
climbing up to the highest peak. The caves, which are believed to be enchanted have seven
openings and lead also to underground rocks shaped like an altar and pulpit.

This bill would seek to declare the Bat-ongan Peak and Cave to be an eco-tourism zone for
its preservation and maintenance as a tourism site.

In view of the importance of this matter, we urgently ask for the passage of this bill.

SMe Senet M.D.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTA’
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 6162

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE BAT-ONGAN PEAK AND CAVE
IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF MANDAON,
PROVINCE OF MASBATE AS AN ECO-TOURISM ZONE,
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. State Policy — It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote sustainable
tourism industry. Towards this end, the state shall rationalize all efforts pertaining to
environmental protection and make the tourism industry a major source of livelihood and an
avenue for the generation of employment. Henceforth, aggressive measures seeking to restore the
country’s share in the global tourism market shall be consistent with the preservation of the
existing ecosystem and natural environment.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy — Pursuant to the declared policy of the State, the Bat-
ongan Peak and Cave in the Municipality of Mandaon, Province of Masbate is hereby declared as
an eco-tourism zone.

SECTION 3. Eco-Tourism Master Plan — The Provincial Government of Masbate, the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Department of Tourism shall jointly
prepare an Eco-Tourism Master Plan for the Bat-ongan Peak and Cave in the Municipality of
Mandaon and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to be implemented by the local
government in coordination with concerned government agencies.

SECTION 4. Appropriations — The Department of Tourism shall include in the Department's
programs the amount necessary for the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules or
regualtions, and issuances contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act shall be
deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 6. Effectivity. - This Act shall be effective fifteen (15] days following the completion
of its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6163

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Limestone Hills in the Municipality of Aroroy, Province of Masbate is a tourist
attraction for its historical, archaeological and natural formations. It is believed to have been first
inhabited by the Kalanay people and these early inhabitants practiced jar burials in the area.

This bill would seek to declare the Limestone Hills to be an eco-tourism zone for its
preservation and maintenance as a tourism site.

In view of the importance of this matter, we urgently ask for the passage of this bill.

a
HON. ELISA T. KHO, M.D.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTA‘
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

6163

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ELISA T. KHO, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING THE LIMESTONE HILLS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF AROROY,
PROVINCE OF MASBATE AS AN ECO-TOURISM ZONE,
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. State Policy — It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote sustainable
tourism industry. Towards this end, the state shall rationalize all efforts pertaining to
environmental protection and make the tourism industry a major source of livelihood and an
avenue for the generation of employment. Henceforth, aggressive measures seeking to restore the
country’s share in the global tourism market shall be consistent with the preservation of the
existing ecosystem and natural environment.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy — Pursuant to the declared policy of the State, the
Limestone Hills in the Municipality of Aroroy, Province of Masbate is hereby declared as an eco-
tourism zone.

SECTION 3. Eco-Tourism Master Plan — The Provincial Government of Masbate, the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Department of Tourism shall jointly
prepare an Eco-Tourism Master Plan for the Limestone Hills in the Municipality of Aroroy and
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to be implemented by the local government in
coordination with concerned government agencies.

SECTION 4. Appropriations — The Department of Tourism shall include in the Department's
programs the amount necessary for the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules or
regualtions, and issuances contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act shall be
deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 6. Effectivity. - This Act shall be effective fifteen (15] days following the completion
of its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved