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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS —

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First Regula

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Detained youth offenders lose their freedom and their opportunity to secure for themselves
bright future. What lies ahead for them is rather obscure and the pursuit of their dreams has
their world has shrunk and their activities are limited to
the detention facilities proaram. Nevertheless. the government can arant such juvenile
prisoners a spark of hope by establishing libraries in all youth detention faciities.

In a study in November 2010 at the University of Liverpool entitled "An investigation into the
therapeutic benefits of reading in relation to depression and well-being,” it was found out that
“the program (Get into Reading) ti depres:
social wellbeing, by increasing personal confidence, reducing social isolation, fostering a
sense of community and encouraging communication skills; their mental well-being, by
improving powers of concent fostering an interest in new learning or new ways of
understanding, and extending their capacity for thought, verbalised and internalised; their
emotional and psychological well-being, by increasing self-awareness, enhancing the ability
to articulate profound issues of being, and making possible a shift in internal paradigms (or
the telling of ‘a new story’) in relation to self and identity.”

While the juvenile offenders serve time in detention facilities, they shail pe-abie to continue
enriching themselves and have better chances for reformation and
into reading. The moment they are set free then they shall also
mature and reformed individuals possessing the characteristics

members of the society.

‘The immediate passage of this measure is sought for.


Repubiic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

HousE BiLL No._2700

"Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING LIBRARIES IN ALL YOUTH DETENTION FACILITIES IN THE
PHILIPPINES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. This Act shaii be known as the ‘Library in Every Youth Detention Facility
Act of 2016."

SEC. 2. There shail be estabiished iibraries in aii youth detention facilities in the
pines.

SEC. 3. The estabiishment of such libraries shali be determined and undertaken by
the Department of Education in cooperation with the Department of Social Welfare and
Development

SEC. 4, The amount needed to carry out the provisions of this Act shall be charged
against the 2015 appropriations of the DepEd. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary
for the continued maintenance of the libraries shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SEC. 5. 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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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

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HOUSE BILL NO. ~~

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Introduced by Hon, Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert CUARTERO STREET in Iloilo City, presently classified as a
local city road, into a national road.

Cuatero Street spans a total length of 1,023 meters. It is located at the Jaro District of
Hoilo City, The street is a vital thoroughfare that serves as a major road used by motorists and
commuters to access key city destinations, such as schools, churches, and two SM malls (SM
City in Mandurriao District and SM Jaro District). Considering the road’s vital importance to my
constituents, its conversion to a national road is a must for its maintenance in order for the road
to continue to serve as a vital street in Iloilo City

In view of the foregoing, I highly recommend the approval of this pil o

jl

JERRY P.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Seventeenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2240

Introduced by Hon, Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT CONVERTING CUARTERO STREET IN JARO 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. Cuartero Street in Jaro District, Hoilo 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 in a national newspaper of general circulation

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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No._ © 669

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

There is situated in the First and Second Districts of the Province of Davao del
Norte, the Tagum — Sto. Tomas road which serves as the thoroughfare for the transport
of vital goods and services. This bill seeks to convert the same into a national road.

Itis sad to note, however that the condition of this twenty-two (22) kilometer stretch
of roadway, traversing the two (2) municipalities of Braulio E. Dujali and Sto. Tomas and
Tagum City, providing a direct link between the two (2) provinces of Davao del Norte and
Bukidnon, is badly maintained and requires immediate repair. There is a need, therefore,
to ensure the maintenance and subsequent improvement and expansion of this vital
infrastructure link in order to propel socio-economic development in the said area.

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

TIONIO Re
Representative
24 District, Davao def Norte


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No._ 2669

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO R. FLOIRENDO, JR.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE TAGUM - STO. TOMAS ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF
DAVAO DEL NORTE INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. — The Tagum-Sto. Tomas Road located in the Province of Davao del
Norte is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. - The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's programs the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the said road, the
funding of which shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
‘HOUSE OF REPRESI ENTATIVES
RECEIVED
03 AUG 2018
Kam

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVRS
Quezon City

DATE:
Me
BY.

17" CONGRESS
First Regular Session

RECSTRATION UNIT

on
HOUSE BLL NOZ983 BILLS ANY iNOLX SERVICE

Introduced by
REP. EVELINA G. ESCUDERO and REP. FERNANDO V. GONZALEZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill proposes the conversion of the Donsol, Sorsogon, Dancalan, Sta. Cruz, to Pio
Duran, Albay Buenavista, Zone | road into a national road.

Since its construction, the road has fallen into disrepair due to both heavy use and lack
of funds for its maintenance from the Provincial Governments of Sorsogon and Albay. ‘This
is unfortunate as a well-maintained road system leads to better mobility of people, goods and
services across the communities that make use of it. This road in particular will provide
fisherfolk with easier access to the fishing port of Pio Duran, Albay.

National funds can better cover the cost of road maintenance and improvement of this
road and in view thereof, the approval of this bill is urgently sought.

EVELINA

\
FERNANDO ¥. GONZALEZ


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

17'" CONGRESS

First Regular Session

9285
HOUSE BILL NO. £363

Introduced by
RREP. EVELINA G. ESCUDERO and REP. FERNANDO V. GONZALEZ

AN ACT.
CONVERTING THE DONSOL, SORSOGON, DANCALAN, STA, CRUZ,
BUENAVISTA, ZONE 1, PIO DURAN, ALBAY ROAD INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1, The Dancalan, Sta, Cruz, Donsol, Sorsogon ~ Buenavista, Zone 1, Pio
Duran, Albay road is hereby converted into a national road.

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

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

Approved,

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Repubiic of the Philippines | RECEIVED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES) pare. 10 AUG 2016

Quezon City rc ae

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS BY: kk
First Regular Session

RELISTR VION UNIT.
HOUSE BiLL NO. 2803 BILLS AND 4 SERVICE

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Teachers of public and private schools have immensely contributed to nation building and
dedicated their lives’ work to the betterment of the community. They are the nation’s unsung
heroes who silently toll to improve the lot of their students, Thoy unsolfishly give th:

to irreproachable public service that goes beyond the call of their duties. To ensure that
students entrusted in their care iearn and adopt a brighter outiook at life is a nobie calling,
and in doing so, they fast and grow weary on acct the stress that dealing
different individuals entails. Fact is, teachers serve as surrogate parents/quardians that
genuinely care for the learners.

selves

Unfortunately, existing laws have not amply addressed the various needs of teachers. For
the most part, they are even underpaid and undervalued,

It is for this reason that terminal fee exemption is being sought on behalf
the land. This exemption should be a gesture of the government to ac
work and dedication to their noble calling

Hence, under this bill, every teacher of public and private schoolsShould be exempted from
terminal fees

The immediate passage of this measure is prayed for.

CASTELO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

2803

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
EXEMPTING FROM TERMINAL FEES ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOL TEACHERS:

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

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “Teachers Terminal Fee Exemption Act
of 2016".

SEC. 2. Under this Act, every teacher of public and private schools is exempted from
paying terminal fees for flights.

‘SEC. 3. All issuances, laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or parts thereof
not consistent with this Act are hereby repealed accordinaly.

SEC. 4. This Act shail 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 RECEIVED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wis
Quezon City pase_08 AUG 2016

SEVENTEENTH (17%) CONGRE!
First Regular Session

2629

House Bill No.

Introduced by: Representative Jose L. Atienza, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

We have always adhered to the principle that the education of our youth
is a crucial factor in the work of attaining progress and development for our
country.

At the same time, we recognize the efforts of the country's more than 40,
000 barangay officials in keeping the peace and providing immediate action on
problems prevailing in our communities.

In recognition of the important roles they play in nation building, we
propose an amendment to the local government code of 1991, specifically
Chapter 4 Section 393, and hereafter provide for giving preference to the
children of our barangay officials to be accepted in all state-run colleges and
universities.

Considering the high cost of education, it is incumbent that government
provide support to ensure that the children of our barangay officials will be able
to receive free and quality education from the country’s state-run colleges and
universities.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH (17°) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No, &829.

Introduced by: Representative Jose L. Atienza, Jr.

“AN ACT AMENDING CHAPTER IV SECTION 393, B4 OF REPUBLIC ACT 7160,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE”

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

SECTION 1. Chapter IV Section 393, b4 of Republic Act 7160 otherwise
known as the LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE is hereby further amended to
read as follows:

“SEC. 393. Benefits of Barangay Officials.

“XXX

“(b) The Punong Barangay, the Sangguniang Barangay Members,
the Barangay Treasurer & Secretary shall also:

exe

“(4) Be exempted during their incumbency from paying and
matriculation fees for their legitimate dependent children attending state
colleges or universities. He may likewise avail of such educational
benefits in a state college or university located within the province or city
to which the barangay belongs; and their CHILDREN BE GIVEN
PREFERENCE ON ADMISSION TO ABOVE MENTIONED
SCHOOLS/EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS”


SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. ~ All laws, decrees, executive orders or
parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,
amended or modified accordingly.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is held
invalid or unconstitutional, other provisions not affected shall continue to be in
full force and effect.

SECTION 4. Effectivity.- This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after
its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of national circulation.

Approved,
HOUSE OF KEPRESENTATIVES
RECEIVED
0.3 AUG 2016

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE:
Quezon City

DATE:
TaN
bY:

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2415

HOUSE BILL. no, 2415,

REEISTPATON UNIT

ihe O: Divnlipor VICE

Introduced by Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Mohai

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This
Sultan Nagi

I seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Calube, Municipality of
aporo, Lanao del Norte to be known as the Calube National High School.

Promoting the right to quality education at all levels is one of the major mandates of
the 1987 Constitution. Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides that:

“The State shall protect and promote the rights of all citizens to quality
education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps 1 make such education
accessible to all.”

Situated in the outlying area of the Municipality of Sultan Naga Dimaporo, the nearest
high school is approximately five kilometers away from Barangay Calube. The establishment
of a national high school within the barangay will help decongest other schools in nearby
barangays and more importantly, it will provide better access and opportunity for the students
in the area to secure high school education by reducing the distance, time and transportation
expenses for our constituents.

Consistent with the aforementioned Constitutional provision and in view of the ever-
increasing need for a complete, adequate and integrated system of education, it is imperative
to establish and maintain effective school facilities which will give the youth in the locality
an opportunity to an improved life through meaningful and accessible educ:

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is eamestly sou

ABDULLAH D. DIMAPORO,
Second District, Lanao del Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2419

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced By : Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Mohamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGHSCHOOL IN BARANGAY CALUBE,
MUNICIPALITY OF SULTAN NAGA DIMAPORO, PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL
NORTE, TO BE KNOWN AS THE CALUBE 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. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of
Education, a national high school in Barangay Calube, Municipality of Sultan Naga

Dimaporo, Province of Lanao del Norte to be known as Calube National High School.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department’s program the operationalization of the Calube National High School, the

funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations

implementing the provisions of this Act.

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,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City |

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session |

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HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REP, JULIETT:

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EXPLANATORY NOTE,

‘This bill secks to establish a National High School in Barangay Molugan in the City of El Salvador,
Province of Misamis Oriental. It is in aid of the Department of Education’s mandate to implement
the Education Program throughout the country as mandated by the following laws: Republic
Act 9155 (Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001) and Republic Act 10533 (Enhanced Basic
Education Act of 2013)

The measure directly responds to the education needs of the young people in the Barangays of
Molugan, Amoros, Sambulawan, Taytay, Ulaliman and Himaya, all in El Salvador City

‘The Molugan National High School shall absorb the sizable number of elementary school
graduates from feeder elementary schools in the said barangays. The limited number of high
schools in the vicinity prevent access to secondary public education because majority of the area's
families are poor, thereby making private secondary education a difficult option for them.

‘This bill enlivens the State's responsibility to provide its citizens access to education to practice in
the area stated above. ‘This is part of government's year-round efforts toward attaining a better life
and future for its people.

‘The immediate passage of this bill is eamestly sought.

Approved,



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Quezon Ci

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2248

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by REP. JULIETTE T. UY

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY MOLUGAN,
EL SALVADOR CITY, PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL,
TO BE KNOWN AS MOLUGAN 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. Establishment of a National High School. There is hereby established, under
the supervision of the Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay Molugan, El
Salvador City, Province of Misamis Oriental, to be known as Molugan National High School.
SECTION 2. Approptiations, The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Molugan National High School, the fanding

of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. Implementation. The Sectetary of Education shall issue such rules and regulations
as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette.

Approved,
SOF REPRESENTATIVES
RECEIVED
care, 16 AUG 2016

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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS. | BY!
First Regular Session

ISTRATION UNIT
IND INDEX SERVICE

2991
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE ROGELIO D. PACQUIAO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

On March 16, 1992, Former Congressman James Chiongban filed Republic Act 7228 also
The said act was ratified on November 28,

known as ‘An Act Creating the Province of Sarangani.
1992 and the new Province of Sarangani was created. The people of Sarangani have remained
strong and united ever since.

In view of the foregoing, the undersigned is secking the approval from this August body in
designating November 28 of each year as a non-working holiday to celebrate the founding
anniversary of the Province of Sarangani.

Approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

‘ROGE!

Re sie
Ovindelof Sarangani

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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

aati
HOUSE BILLNo, 2224

Introduced by HONORABLE ROGELIO D. PACQU!

“AN ACT DECLARING NOVEMBER 28 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF SARANGANI IN COMMEMORATION OF ITS
FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY”

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

SECTION 1. November 28 of every year is hereby declared a special non-working holiday
in the Province of Sarangani in commemoration of its founding anniversary.

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

Approved,
«i OUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

/ENTEENTH CONGRESS RECEIVED
‘SEVENTEE! )

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) pare 98 AUG 2016
First Regular Session ) tive hbo

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a

Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez boas sa
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House Bil No, 2077 | BILLS AND INDE x SERVICE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill was originally introduced as House Bill No. 5427 during the
Fourteenth Congress where it was approved by the House of Representatives and
transmitted to the Senate, It was again re-filed during the 15" Congress as House Bill
No. 577 where it was again approved by the Committee on Public Works and
Highways, approved on 2 reading, approved on 3" reading and was transmitted to
the Senate where it was not acted upon. It was again re-filed during the 16”
Congress

This bill seeks to convert Gusa, Cagayan de Oro City to J.R, Bora -
Camaman-an — Indahag - Bukidnon Road from a city and provincial road to a
national road and an atemate highway from Cagayan de Oro City to Bukidnon and
vice versa.

The road is presently in poor condition and in dire need of repair and
rehabilitation, City and provincial funds are not available for its maintenance and/or
upgrading, Hence, the need to tap other sources.

The Gusa, Cagayan de Oro City to J.R, Borja -Camaman-an ~ Indahag -
Bukidnon Road connects the urbanized city of Cagayan de Oro to the last
municipality of the neighboring Province of Bukidnon. 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 and an alternate highway from
Cagayan de Oro City to Bukidnon the road would receive much needed funding and
assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is eamestly requested,

d

MAXIMO B. RODRIGUEZ, JR.


SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE GUSA ROAD IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO J.R. BORJA
CAMAMAN-AN ~ INDAHAG - BUKIDNON ROAD AS A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Gusa Road in Cagayan de Oro City to J.R. Borja -
Camaman-an = Indahag — Bukidnon Road is hereby converted into a national road.

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 shalll be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Republic of the Philippines aes
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECEIVED
Queson City pare 15 AUG 2016

The: town

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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO._2€8'7

REGISTRATION UNIT
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Introduced by HONORABLE LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the road network connecting Barangay Manapao,
Barangay Malitbog and Barangay Tariric, all within the Municipality of Minalabac,
Camarines Sur, into a National Road.

Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines
Sur and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase
economic activity within the Second District primarily, and the entire Camarines Sur
and the Bicol Region as a whole.

The conversion of the said road network will facilitate faster and efficient
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opportunities, encourage
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social
living conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but in the arterial
secondary and tertiary roads that lead to it.

The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national
roads as prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and
Highways have been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is earnestly
sought.

LUIS RA’ IND “LRAW’/F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.
‘District, G in


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

9:
HOUSE BILL NO.. 288"

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ROAD NETWORK CONNECTING
BARANGAY MANAPAO, BARANGAY MALITBOG AND BARANGAY
TARIRIK IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF MINALABAC INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting Barangay Manapao,
Barangay Malitbog and Barangay Taririk in the Municipality of
Minalabac, Province of Camarines Sur, consisting of six kilometers and
nine hundred meters (6.9km), more or less, is hereby converted into a
national road.

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

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

Approved,
Hovst OF REPRESENTATIVES
RECER at
Republic of the Philippines oT

DATE:
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Quezon City =

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session TON UNIT
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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE ZAJID G. MANGUDADATU

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Justice remains elusive for the victims in the Maguindanao massacre six years
after the gruesome murder of 58 people, including 32 media practitioners. On that ill-
fated day of November 23, 2009, the victims were stopped by more than a hundred men
in Ampatuan town. All were shot and buried. Others were raped before they were killed.
The body of one reporter was never found.

More than 150 witnesses and thousands of pages of documentary evidence were
presented, but the special court handling the case has yet to issue a single verdict against
any of the accused charged with 58 counts of murder.

‘The Maguindanao Massacre left a scar that will forever be remembered not only
by the Maguindanaoans but also by the entire Philippine nation. The shocking event
should not be allowed to happen again. The Author desires that November 23 of every
year be declared as a holiday in the province of Maguindanao to remember the lives that
were brutally taken on the same date in 2009. Declaring Novermber 23 as a holiday will
also act as a constant reminder that Maguindanao and the entire Filipino nation should
not allow such a deplorable act to ever happen again.

The horrific event should not be allowed to happen again. The Author desires to
make November 23 of every year as holiday in the province of Maguindanao to
remember the lives that were taken on the said date in 2009. Declaring November 23 as a
holiday will also act as a reminder that Maguindanao and the entire Filipino nation should
not allow such a deplorable act to ever happen again.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. zeek

Introduced by HONORABLE ZAJID G. MANGUDADATU

AN ACT DECLARING NOVEMBER 23 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF MAGUINDANAO

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

SECTION 1. November 23 of every year is hereby declared as a day in
commemoration of the 2009 Maguindanao Massacre.

SECTION 2. November 23 is hereby declared as a special non-working holiday
in the entire Province of Maguindanao. All work and classes on November 23 of each

year shall be suspended.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines RECEIVED

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI pare:04 AUG 2016
Quezon City : _Fdam
SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS REGISTRATION UNIT.
First Regular Session BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

House Bill No. 20934

TRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The bill seeks to convert the stretch of road from Poblacion, Padre-Garcia to Marilag,
Rosario that links the Municipalities of Padre Garcia and Rosario into a National Road,

Poblacion, Padre-Garcia to Marilag, Rosario Road is a provincial road, It has a total
length of 4.260 km with concrete pavement and gravel shoulder. It is a vital link to the Batangas-
Quezon Road Junction, However, due to the budget limitations of the provincial government, it

cannot fully provide for the maintenance and improvement of the said road,

With its conversion into a national road, funds from the government thru the Department
of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) can now be channeled to accelerate the improvement of
the Poblacion, Padre-Garcia-Marilag, Rosario Road, and thus the betterment of the socio-
economic conditions of the people in this part of the Fourth District of Batangas

In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly squght

4" District, Batangas


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS,

First Regular Session

House Bill No, 2934

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B, BOLILIA

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE POBLACION, PADRE
GARCIA — MARILAG, ROSARIO ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF
PADRE GARCIA AND ROSARIO, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS, FROM A
PROVINCIAL ROAD TO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF

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

SECTION 1. ‘The provincial road connecting the Barangays of Poblacion, Padre Garcia
and Marilag, Rosario, in the Municipalities of Padre Garcia and Rosario, Province of Batangas,
is hereby converted into a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public

Works and Highways.
SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in its program,
improvement, maintenance and repair of the said road, the funding of which shall be included in

the General Appropriations Act

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

Approved,
Wi GUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:
RECENVED
sare 08 AUG 7115

Republic of the Philippin
House of Representati
Quezon City

17" Congress
First Regular Session|

ISTRATION UNIT
BILLS AND INDE x sevice

HOUSE BILL no. 2656

Introduced by Representative DEOGRACIAS B. RAMOS, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to name the diversion road in Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, as Salvador
H. Escudero III Diversion Road.

Prior to his demise on August 13, 2012, Salvador H. Escudero III was a veteran
legislator who also held top posts in the government. He left a legacy of dedicated
Public service, good governance and simple living.

The law creating Sorsogon City by merging the Municipalities of Sorsogon and
Bacon, and the initiative for the construction and completion of the diversion road
in Barangay Pangpang and Barangay Cabid-an were of his own making.

Given the pivotal role of the late Salvador H. Escudero III in the growth and
advancement of Sorsogon City and the First District of Sorsogon, it is but fitting to
memorialize his name in the diversion he caused to build.

The immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

; RAMOS JR
District, Sorsogon


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

17" Congress
First Regular Session

2656

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative DEOGRACIAS B. RAMOS, Jr.

AN ACT NAMING THE DIVERSION ROAD IN SORSOGON CITY, SORSOGON
AS SALVADOR H. ESCUDERO III DIVERSION ROAD.

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

SECTION 1. The Diversion Road in Sorsogon City, Province of Sorsogon shall
hereinafter be known as Salvador H. Escudero III Diversion Road.

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

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

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pe CEE VED
Quezon City m=

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. #13

Introduced by REP. JULIETTE T. UY

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘This measure is a re-filed version of House Bill 2988 that was approved by the House on January
25, 2016 and transmitted to and received by the Senate on January 27, 2016 in the 16" Congress.

This bill seeks to designate September 1 of every year as Araw ng Jasaan and a special non-
working holiday in the said municipality of the province of Misamis Oriental.

Oral legend says that Jasaan was coined by a Spanish missionary who chanced upon a native
sharpening his bolo in Sapong Spring in what is now called Kota, Aplaya. The missionary asked
for the name of the place. ‘The native replied "Ag-hasaa" that meant, "I am sharpening my
bolo.” ‘The missionary thereby called the place "Ag-hasaa," but finding it difficult for him to
pronounce the word, he eventually called it "Hasaan" instead. Then it was changed to "Jasaan."

‘The history of the Municipality of Jasaan, such as all other towns of Misamis Oriental, can be
traced to the pre-Spanish colonial era. Jasaan existed as carly as 1840, but was relegated to
barangay status and placed under the jurisdiction of Balingasag during the American colonial
period in 1903.

Jasaan regained its municipal status by virtue of Executive Order No. 168, issued by President
Elpidio Quirino on August 18, 1948 that eventually became effective on September 1, 1948.

On November 10, 1948, a formal inauguration took place and the first set of appointed municipal
officials assumed office. On the said date, a continuous celebration of “Adlaw sa Jasaan” was
annually celebrated,

From a sleepy and sparsely-populated community, Jasaan has grown and continues to develop
into one of the agricultural and handicraft producing towns with more industrial and tourism
potentials waiting to be tapped. Officially declaring Araw ng Jasaan a special non-working holiday
shall further push the town into realizing the said potentials in the immediate furure.

‘The immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

Approved,

REP. JUIMETTE T. UY
2" District, Misamis Oriental


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

gisu
HOUSE BILL No. _

Introduced by REP. JULIETTE T. UY

AN ACT.
DECLARING SEPTEMBER 1 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF JASAAN, PROVINCE OF MISAMIS
ORIENTAL IN COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY TOBE
KNOWN AS “ARAW NG JASAAN”

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

pecial non-working holiday

SECTION 1. September 1 of every year is hereby declared as
in the Municipality of Jasaan, Province of Misamis Oriental in commemoration of its founding
anniversary to be known as “Araw ng Jasaan”.

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved,
REPRESENTATIVES

BeUSE OF
RECEIVED
Republic of the Dhilippines Da 92 AUG 2016
‘House of Representatives WN: ony
Quejou City
BY
RECS

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

BILLS AND AAUEX SERVICE
First Regular Session —

HOUSE BILL No._2365

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE JOSEPH STO. NINO B, BERNOS

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill seeks to convert the road connecting the municipalities of Pilar and Luba in the

province of Abra and the municipality of San Emilio in the province of Ilocos Sur into a national
road.

Its construction and completion will encourage economic development by providing
greater, faster and easier access to trade and commerce in Abra and Ilocos Sur . It will also
benefit the riding public who pass this provincial road.

The conversion of this provincial road into national one is imperative because the
Government has all the money and machinery to build and maintain this infrastructure in contrast
to the limited resources of the Abra Provincial Government.

In view of the foregoing reasons, the immediate approval of this Bill is earnestly sought.

Représentative
Loné Legislative District, Abra


Republic of the Philippines
Bouse of Representatives
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

2360

HOUSE BILL NO.

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE JOSEPH STO. NINO B. BERNOS

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ROAD WHICH TRAVERSES AND CONNECTS THE
MUNICIPALITIES PILAR AND LUBA IN THE PROVINCE OF ABRA AND THE MUNICIPALITY
OF SAN EMILIO IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOCOS SUR 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 road which traverses and connects the municipalities of Pilar and Luba
in the province of Abra and the municipality of San Emilio in the province of Ilocos Sur is hereby
converted into a national road.

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

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

Approved,
HOUSE OF REPRIESE! sTATIVES: |
RECE aa |
ia

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

4 AUG 2016
2:00

47 Congress
First Regular Session

2554 | ‘

TRATION UNIT

House Bill No ie. |

“Introduced by HON. ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks the conversion of the Land Transportation Office (LTO)
Mobile Office in the City of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon to a separate
LTO District Office.

The LTO of Bukidnon established the LTO Mobile Office in the City of
Valencia to decongest its District Office in Malaybalay City.

However, the LTO Mobile Office at Valencia City is limited only to
manual renewal of registration. Motorists and vehicle owners from the
southern part of Bukidnon still need to flock at the LTO District Office in
Malaybalay for computerized renewal of registration, application and
renewal of license, payment for traffic violations and for other services.

Hence, the LTO District Office at Malaybalay City is still very much
congested and cannot effectively serve the needs of the people.

During the 16" Congress, this bill was filed (HB 5821). This bill is
therefore refiled for the consideration of this Congress

ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE
Fourth jukidnon


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17" Congress
First Regular Session
2554
House Bill No. ae

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO NEIL P. ROQUE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A LAND TRANSPORTATION OFFICE (LTO) IN THE
CITY OF VALENCIA, 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 is hereby established, a separate Land
Transportation Office (LTO) in the City of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon.

SECTION 2. The Chairperson of the Land Transportation Office
(LTO) shall immediately include in the Office's program the
operationalization of the Land Transportation Office in the City of Valencia,
Province of Bukidnon, the funding of which shall be included in the annual
General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. The Chairperson of the Land Transportation Office shall
issue such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the
purpose of this Act.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect 15 days after its publication in
the Official Gazette.

Approved,
HOUSE GF REPRESENTATIVES

RECEIVED
pare, 04 AUG 2016

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ane:__ ban

Quezon City 2

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

Republic of the Philippines

House Bill No.

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The bill seeks for a conversion of the Poblacion 3, San Jose-Poblacion, Ibaan provincial

road into a national road.

Efficient road infrastructure is a pertinent part of the lifeblood of trade and commerce.
The Poblacion 3, San Jose-Poblacion, Ibaan Road is a 7.564 kilometer asphalt road. It provides a
vital link to the town centers of the Municipalities of San Jose and Ibaan, which have a combined
population of 100,000. Because of its importance to the economic development of the 4" District
of Batangas, ensuring its maintenance is crucial. The local government, with the sole

responsibility of maintaining the road, cannot fully fulfill the financial demands.

For the foregoing reasons, the conversion of the Poblacion 3, San Jose-Poblacion, Iban
Road from provincial to national under the auspices of the Department of Public Works and
Highways, has become imperative.

The passage of this bill is therefore earnestly sought.

LIANDA OLILIA,

Representatlve

4" District, Batangas



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No, 2536.

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE LIANDA B. BOLILIA

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE POBLACION 3, SAN
JOSE — POBLACION, IBAAN ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF SAN
JOSE AND IBAAN, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS, FROM A PROVINCIAL
ROAD TO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF

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

SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting the Barangays of Poblacion 3, San Jose
and Poblacion, Ibaan, in the Municipalities of San Jose and Ibaan, Province of Batangas, is
hereby converted into a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works

and Highways.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in its program,
improvement, maintenance and repair of the said road, the fiunding of which shall be included in
the General Appropriations Act

SECTION 3. 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

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2412

RFEISTETON UN

HOUSE BILL NO. BRLS AND Ayry ye

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Introduced by Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Moyamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish a national high school in Barangay Inudaran I (one),
Municipality of Sapad, Lanao del Norte to be known as the Inudaran | (one) National High
School.

Promoting the right to quality education at all levels is one of the major mandates of
the 1987 Constitution. Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides that:

“The State shall protect and promote the rights of all citizens to quality
education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education
accessible to all.”

Situated in the outlying area of the Municipality of Sapad, the nearest high school is
approximately ten kilometers away from Inudaran I (one). The establishment of a national
high school within the barangay will help decongest other schools in nearby barangays and
more importantly, it will provide better access and opportunity for the students in the area to
secure high school education by reducing the distance, time and transportation expenses for
our constituents.

Consistent with the aforementioned Constitutional provision and in view of the ever-
increasing need for a complete, adequate and integrated system of education, it is imperative
to establish and maintain effective schoo! facilities which will give the youth in the locality
‘an opportunity to an improved life through meaningful and accessible education.

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

BDULLAH D. DIMAPORO. MO! ID Q. DIMAPORO
Second District, Lanao del Norte First District, Lanao del Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO, 2412

Introduced By : Rep. Abdullah D. Dimaporo and Rep. Mohamad Khalid Q. Dimaporo

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGHSCHOOL IN BARANGAY INUDARAN I
(ONE), MUNICIPALITY OF SAPAD, PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL NORTE, TO BE
KNOWN AS THE INUDARAN I (ONE) NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION I. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department of
Education, a national high school in Barangay Inudaran I (one), Municipality of Sapad,

Province of Lanao del Norte to be known as Inudaran I (one) National High School.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Inudaran I (one) National High School,

the funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations

implementing the provisions of this Act.

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publi

ion in the

Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved,