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

. SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1889

HOUSE BILL NO.

Intuoduced by Rep. Witfride Mark M. Enverga

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1991 Local Government Code views the barangay as the basic
political unit. It also serve as the primary planning and implementing unit of
government policies, plans, programs, projects and activities in the community and
as a forum where the collective views of the people maybe expressed, crystallized
and considered and where disputes maybe amicably settled. These functions
encompass the political and administrative character of the barangay as a local

government unit.

The maintenance of peace and order is part of the long-term foundation
of genuine development. It is a shared responsibility between the national and local
governments. In the promotion of public safety in the barangay level, Barangay
Tanods are in the frontline of the service. They perform the difficult task as
protectors of the community.

‘Due to the limited number of police, the barangay tanods now stand as front
liners in securing the safety and peace and order of the community. The barangay
tanods are the cutting edge in the implementation of the country’s laws because they
are the ones who coordinate and directly help the local government leaders and the


police in intelligence gathering against the presence of lawless elements and
terrorists in their respective areas.

Yet their services and commitment to the service are often ignored and not
acknowledged as indicated by the inadequacy of the benefits received by them.
Thus, being aware of this situation, the national government is not left without
reason or justification to provide them with additional benefit programs.

Hence, this Bill is aimed at alleviating their plight and addressing their
concerns. It is hoped that the passage of this Bill will show our genuine concern for
our Barangay Tanods in appreciation for their services and commitment towards a

peacefll and orderly community.

In view of the foregoing, approval of the Bill is earnestly sought


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1889

Inbuduced by Rep. Wilfride Mark M. Enwerga

AN ACT PROVIDING ADDITIONAL BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES TO ALL
BARANGAY TANODS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION. 1. Title - This Act shall be known as the “ Barangay Tanods Incentives
Act of 2013”.

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy - \t is the declared policy of the State to promote and
enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of barangay officials including barangay tanods.
Brangay Tanods duly created under the Local Government Code, has an indispensable role in
barangay government specifically in the maintenance and protection of peace and security and
the promotion of public safety within the Barangay.

SEC. 3. As used in this Act, Barangay Tanod refers to a brigade or body composed of
civilian volunteers, duly created at the barangay level, assisting the barangay officials in the
exercise of its law enforcemnt function specifically in maintaining peace and order and
promotion of public order and safety in the barangay.


SEC. 4. In addition to the benefits being extended to Barangay Tanods pursuant to the
provisions of the Local Government Code, a member of Barangay Tanod Brigade who has
rendered continuous service for at least one year in any barangay unit shall, during his
incumbency be entitled to the following:

(1) GSIS Benefit Coverage. Barangay Tanods shall be considered members of the
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and shall be covered with life insurance and
social security protection, including retirement, disability, separation and unemployment
benefits and such other benefits as maybe extended by the GSIS, subject to the limitations

provided by law;

(2) Health Benefits. Government medical and health insurance programs under existing
laws shall include in their coverage free basic health services and medicines to Barangay

Tanods;

(3) Educational Benefits. Barangay Tanods shall, during his incumbency, be entitled to
fifty percent (50%) discount in tuition and matriculation fees for his legitimate and legally
adopted children, not exceeding three (3), attending any recognized state colleges and

universities;

(4) Tax Exemption. Ail amount received by Barangay Tanods as salaries, wages,
compensation, remuneration and other emoluments, such as honoraria and allowances shall be
exempt from income taxation. Gross benefits received by Barangay Tanods, of whatever kind or

character, shall likewise be exempt from taxation.

(5) Legal Representation. Barangay Tanods who maybe involved as party litigants in
administrative or criminal cases filed in connection with the performance of their official duties,
shall be entitled to the free legal services of the Public Attorney's Office or PAO who shall
facilitate the legal representation of such Barangay Tanods by a counsel;

SEC. 5. Implementing Rules and Regulations. The Department of Interior and Local
Government (DILG), in coordination and consultation with the agencies concerned, shall
promulgate and issue necessary implementing rules and regulations as maybe necessary for
proper speedy and effective implementation of this Act.


SEC. 6. Repeating Clause. All laws or parts thereof inconsistent with any provision
of this Act shall be deemed repealed or modified as the case may be.

SEC. 7. — Effectivity.- This Act shall take effect immediately upon its publication in

two (2) newspaper of general circulation.

APPROVED,