Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Bill No. _981

Introduced by CIBAC Party-List Representatives
Eduardo ‘Bro. Eddie’ C. Villanueva and Domingo C. Rivera

AN ACT REQUIRING THE INCLUSION OF ANTI-CORRUPTION AND
GOVERNANCE EDUCATION IN BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Corruption has been an affliction of the Philippine society for many years
bringing adverse effects to the people. Rampant corruption in various forms such as
bribery, embezzlement, backdoor deals, and others exist throughout the country
causing manipulative justice, flagging economy, grinding poverty among the people,
and people's mistrust to the government.

While many have tried to eradicate corruption by furthering the stringency of
laws on governance and intensifying punishment, no significant improvement has
been seen so far.

So, having been pervasively existing for many years without serious resolution,
the people have learned to get used to the environment of corruption which, in tur,
creates a society tolerant to the evils of the government—including the youth.

Thus, this bill seeks to mandate the inclusion of anti-corruption materials in
basic education curriculum to emphasize the important role of the students in the fight


against graft and corruption and in nation-building. By educating the youth on the evils
of corruption, corruption in the government is minimized, if not eliminated.

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

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HON. EDUARDO “BRO. EDDIE” C. VILLANUEVA



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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Bill No. 981

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Introduced by CIBAC Party-List Representatives
Eduardo ‘Bro. Eddie’ C. Villanueva and Domingo C. Rivera

AN ACT REQUIRING THE INCLUSION OF ANTI-CORRUPTION AND
GOVERNANCE EDUCATION IN BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Short Title. — This Act shall be known as the “Anti-Graft and Corrupt
Practices Information and Education Act.”

SECTION 2. Anti-Corruption Education in Basic Education. — Basic education
curriculum shall include anti-corruption education, which shall, among others:

a) Inform the students of the evils of corruption;

b) Encourage the students to participate in the eradication of graft and corruption,
and the important role of all citizens in fighting it;

¢) Provide the students with the appropriate skills and knowledge on the steps
that can be undertaken in case graft and corruption occurs; and

d) Inform the students of the right and responsibilities of citizens in governance.


SECTION 3. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Department of Education
(DepEz), in consultation with relevant stakeholders, shall issue the implementing rules
and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act within sixty (60) days from
the effectivity thereof.

In the crafting of such rules, the DepEd shall ensure that the anti-corruption education
materials are taught in a positive manner to inspire and encourage the students to
Participate in the fight against graft and corruption and recognize their vital role in
nation-building, with due regard to the capacity of the students to understand and
appreciate the information conveyed to them depending on their grade levels.

SECTION 4. Funding. The funds needed for the proper implementation of this Act
shall be taken from the appropriation of DepEd. Thereafter, such amount necessary
for the implementation of this Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. Separability Clause. If any provision of this Act is declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain valid

SECTION 6. Repealing Clause. Alll laws, proclamations, executive orders, rules and
regulations or parts thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, modified or
amended accordingly.

SECTION 7. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete

Publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of general
circulation, whichever comes earlier.

Approved,