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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
FIRST REGULAR SESSION 
SENATE 
S.B. No. 
2827 
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Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
'11 
MAY 17 P3 :41 
The Zamboanga City Medical Center under Republic Act 7272 
which took effect last March 24, 1992 was created to serve as the 
principal hospital facility of Region IX. The said, Medical Center has a 
minimum bed capacity of two hundred fifty (250). After almost two 
decades in service, the medical center needs to double its bed capacity 
from two fifty (250) to five hundred (500), to meet the medical requirement 
of an ever increasing population of the city and the region as a whole. 
Geographically, the Zamboanga City Medical Center is strategically 
located; hence its accessibility is a major consideration not only to the 
residents of Zamboanga City but to the neighboring localities as well. 
Thus, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
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JR. 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
FIRST REGULAR SESSION 
SENATE 
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S.B. No. 
2827 
'11 
MAY 17 P 3 :41 
Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
"AN ACT INCREASING THE MINIMUM BED CAPACITY OF 
THE ZAMBOANGA CITY MEDICAL CENTER FROM TWO HUNDRED FIFTY (250) 
TO FIVE HUNDRED (500), AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE 
SECTION 2 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7272" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 2 of the Republic Act No. 7272 is hereby amended to read 
as follows: 
"SEC. 2 
The Medical Center shall serve as the principal hospital 
facility of Region IX. [It shall have a minimum bed capacity of two hundred 
fifty (250).] IT SHALL HAVE AN INCREASE IN THE BED CAPACITY 
FROM TWO HUNDRED FIFTY (250) TO FIVE HUNDRED (500). THE 
INCREASE IN BED CAPACITY SHALL BE IMPLEMENTED FOR A 
PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN THREE (3) YEARS FROM THE 
APPROVAL OF THIS ACT." 
SEC. 2. The Secretary of Health shall immediately include in the Department's 
programs the implementation of this Act, 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 a 
newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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'11 
tlAY 24 P 3 :24 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2841 
Introduced by Senator Laeson 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In recognition of the patriotic services rendered by our veterans in times of 
war and peace, it is hereby made a policy of the State to provide immediate and 
adequate care, benefits, and other forms of assistance to war veterans and 
veterans of military campaigns, their surviving spouses and orphans. 1 
Proper and decent burial for our veterans is the last act of the State to 
honor their gallant services to our beloved country. However, due to rising costs 
in our daily expenses, a respectable burial for our veterans may no longer be 
possible. The last rite for our veterans may not measure up to what they have 
done to our country. It is therefore necessary that the burial assistance we give to 
the person who defrayed the funeral expense of a deceased veteran be 
increased. 
Thus, this bill seeks to increase the burial assistance to the person who 
defrayed the funeral expense of a deceased veteran to Twenty Thousand Pesos 
(P20,000.00) from Ten Thousand Pesos (P10.000.00), amending for the purpose 
Section 20 of Republic Act No. 6948 otherwise known as "An Act Standardizing 
and Upgrading the Benefits for Military Veterans and Their Dependents". 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly requested. 
1 Section 7, Article XVI of the 1987 Constitution. 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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'11 
MAY 24 P 3 :24 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 B 41 
Introduced by Senator Laeson 
AN ACT 
INCREASING THE BURIAL ASSISTANCE FOR VETERANS FROM TEN 
THOUSAND PESOS (PIO,OOO.OO) TO TWENTY THOUSAND PESOS 
(P20,OOO.OO), AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6948, AS 
AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS "AN ACT STANDARDIZING AND 
UPGRADING THE BENEFITS FOR MILITARY VETERANS AND THEIR 
DEPENDENTS". 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. - Section 20 of Republic Act 6948, as amended, 
is hereby further amended to read as follows: 
"Sec. 20. Burial Assistance. -
[Unless the person who 
defrayed the expenses for the funeral of a deceased veteran is 
entitled to a similar benefit from the United States Government, 
he/she shall be given Ten thousand pesos (P10,000.00) as burial 
assistance upon application therefor in due form which shall be filed 
within two (2) years from the death of the veteran concerned.] THE 
PERSON 
WHO 
DEFRAYED 
THE 
EXPENSES 
FOR 
THE 
FUNERAL OF A DECEASED VETERAN SHALL BE GIVEN 
TWENTY 
THOUSAND 
PESOS 
(P20,OOO.OO) 
AS 
BURIAL 
ASSISTANCE UPON APPLICATION THEREFOR IN DUE FORM 
WHICH SHALL BE FILED WITHIN TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE 
DEATH OF THE VETERAN CONCERNED," 
SEC. 2. Appropriations. - The amount necessary for the implementation 
of this Act shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in at least two (2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
Fifteenth Congress of the Republic 
of the Philippines 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 2506 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
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This bill seeks to amend Section 236 of the Local Government Code of 1991 by 
increasing the ceiling tax on additional Ad Valorem Tax on Idle Lands from five percent (5%) to 
ten percent (10%). 
The primary concern of this bill is the fact that there is a continuing non-cultivation and 
non-utilization of our lands especially our agricultural lands due to the relatively minimal tax 
burdens on idle lands in the country. 
. 
The Philippines has a total land area of 30 million hectares generally classified into forest 
lands and alienable and disposable lands. Forest lands cover a total of 15.8 million hectares while 
14.2 million hectares are alienable and disposable lands. Of the 14.2 million hectares alienable 
and disposable lands, 93% or 13 million hectares are classified as agricultural lands. Should 
these large agricultural lands be efficiently utilized, there will be higher agricultural productivity 
therefore greatly addressing problems in food security. 
Further, our idle land tax remains largely unutilized by our local government units as a 
revenlle source. Increasing the rate shall provide them more flexibility in its imposition and shall 
serve as a better source of revenue. 
It is with this view that immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 


Fifteenth Congress of the Republic 
of the Philippines 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 250G 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
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AN ACT INCREASING THE TAX ON IDLE LANDS, AMENDING FOR THE 
PURPOSE, SECTION 236 OF R. A. 7160, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE 
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991 
He it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines In Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 236 of the Republic Act No. 7160 is hereby amended as follows: 
"SEC. 236. Additional Ad Valorem Tax on Idle Lands. A province 
or city, of a municipality within the Metropolitan Manila, may levy 
an annual tax on idle lands at the rate not exceeding [five] TEN 
percent [(5%)] (10%) of the assessed value of the property which 
shall be in addition to the basic real property tax." 
SECTION 2. All other acts, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations, or part or 
parts thereof, inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
SECTION 3. This act shall take effect upon its publication in two (2) newspapers of 
general circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. No. 2807 
'11 
MAY -9 P 2 :20 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill advances a solution to address the systemic delay in our 
country's criminal justice system by empowering the Department of Justice 
(DOJ) to issue and promulgate rules and regulations on investigation of 
criminal cases. 
It is argued that the prevailing law, Republic Act No. 5180, as 
amended, renders rigid and inflexible the operative regulations on criminal 
investigations being followed by law enforcement agencies and the 
National Prosecution Service. 
As an executive function, it is suggested to adopt this policy of giving 
the government's prosecution arm the authority and leeway to issue and 
promulgate rules and regulations on criminal investigations through the 
DO}, 
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FRANCIS G, ESCUDERO 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
s.No.fi07 
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MAY-9 P2:20 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT 
REPEALING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 5180, AS AMENDED, "AN ACT 
PRESCRIBING 
A 
UNIFORM 
SYSTEM 
OF 
PRELIMINARY 
INVESTIGATION BY PROVINCIAL AND CITY FISCALS AND THEIR 
ASSISTANTS, 
AND 
BY 
STATE 
ATTORNEYS 
OR 
THEIR 
ASSIST ANTS" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Republic of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Repealing Clause. - Republic Act No. 5180, "An Act Prescribing a 
2 
Uniform System of Preliminanj Investigation by Provincial and City Fiscals and their 
3 
Assistants, and by State Attorneys or their Assistants," and its amendatory laws, 
4 
Presidential Decree Nos. 77 and 911, are hereby repealed. 
5 
6 
SEC. 2. 
Authority of the Department of Justice (0 Of). - The DOJ, as the 
7 
statutorily mandated agency of government to administer the criminal justice system, 
8 
shall have the power to issue and promulgate rules and'regulations on the conduct of 
9 
investigations of violations of criminal laws consistent with the Rules of Court or any 
10 
rules promulgated by the Supreme Court. 
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12 
SEC. 3. 
Effectivity Clause. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its 
13 
publication in the Official Gazette or at least three (3) newspapers of general circulation, 
14 
and upon effectivity of such rules and regulations to be issued and promulgated by the 
15 
DO} pursuant to this Act. 
16 
17 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE' 
S. B. No. 2736 
'11 
MAR -9 A 8 :13 
Introduced by Senator TEOFISTO "TG" GUINGONA III 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to provide additional incentives to the members of the Sangguniang 
Bayan, the Sangguniang Panlullgsod, and thE; Sangguniang Panlalawigan by 
conferring to them the appropriate Career Service Eligibility . 
. 
Paragraph 2 (b) of Section 393 (Benefits of Barangay OffiCials) of Republic Act No. 
7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, provides that "the 
pUllong barangay, the sangguniang barangaymembers the barangay secretary shall 
be entitled to appropriate civil service eligibility on the basis of the number of years 
to the barangay, pursuant to the rules and. regulations of the Civil Service 
Commission." 
Cognizant of the important role of the members of our local legislative bodies play in 
their respective local government units and communities, the conferment of this 
affirmative entitlement, honor, and privilege should also be accorded, without 
prejudice to other benefits, to the members of municipaL city, and provincial 
legislative bodi'es. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate enactn~ent of this important measure is 
earnestly requested and sought. 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. B. No. 2738 
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'11 
MAR -9 A 8 :13 
Introduced by Senator TEOFISTO ;'TG" GUINGONA III 
AN ACT PROVIDING ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES TO THE MEMBERS 
OF THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN, HIE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD, AND THE 
SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGANBY CONFERRING TO THEM THE APPROPRIATE 
CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBILITY 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. A Career Service Professional Eligibility is hereby conferred upon 
a member of the Sangguniang Bayan, the Sangguniang Panlungsod, and the 
Sangguniang Panlalawigan who has served for an aggregate period of nine (9) years 
in office. A member who has served for an aggregate period of six (6) years shall, 
however, be granted a Career Service Sub-Professional Eligibility. 
SECTION 2. The Senate and the House cif Representatives, in consultation 
with the Department of Interior and Local Government and the Civil Service 
Commission shall, within sixty (60) days after the effectivity of this Act, promulgate 
the necessary rules and regulations to implement this Act. 
SECTION 3. 
All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations, 
issuances or any part thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby 
repealed or amended accordingly. 
SECTION 4. 
This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
in at least two (2) national newspapers of general 'circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. B. No. ~.!~O 1 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
It has been often said that our men and women in the government service, 
particularly those who have devoted their years in the government for more than 
twenty or thirty years despite meager salaries are so called unsung heroes of our 
country. But beyond this recognition, nothing much appears to await them as they 
leave the government service. 
This bill therefore aims to give due recognition to these unsung heroes by the 
expedient act of promoting them ONE GRADE HIGBEE at the time of their 
retirement, an assurance that when they leave the government service, they have 
been daily rewarded. 
This system of AUTOMATIC PEOMOTION is an enshrined policy in the 
military and there is no compelling reason why said syslem should not likewise be 
extended to the civil service. 
Approval of this Bill is earnestly sought. 
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
Bill Nogl01 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
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AN ACT 
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS 
AND EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM GOVERNMENT SERVICE 
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it emlcled by SENATE and i-lOUSE OF REPRESENTA TIVES of the Philippines 
in Congress Ilssernbled: 
SECTION 1. /lulonzatic Promolion. - All government officials and employees 
2 
who are eligible for compulsory retirement shall be granted an automatic promotion 
3 
equivalent to One Grade Level Higher than his/her position at the time of 
4 
retirement. For this purpose, the adjusted Salary Crade Level of the retiree shall be 
5 
used as the basis for the computation of his/her retirement. 
6 
SECTION 2. The Civil Service Commission in coordination with the 
7 
Department of Budget and Management and the Government Service Insurance 
8 
System shall formulate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective 
9 
implementation of this Act. 
10 
SECTION 3. Effeclivily. - This Act shall take effect upon its approval. 
II 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
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Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G, ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The State needs to significantly improve and develop tourism and 
economic activities in the country, 
Consequently, the government should focus on the improvement and 
appropriate maintenance of roads leading to major tourist and economic 
destinations. This is to facilitate access and thus promote such activities for 
tourism and economic development. 
In view of the foregoing,'passage of this bill with dispatch is sought. 
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
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'10 
NOV 24 P 2 :55 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT 
CONVERTING 
ALL 
ROADS 
LEADING 
TO 
TOURIST 
DESTINATIONS AND PORTS AS NATIONAL ROADS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. All roads leading to tourist destinations and ports are hereby 
2 
converted and declared as national roads. 
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4 
For this purpose, tourist destinations shall refer to an area where there 
5 
exists an establishment or group of establishments that has been created with the 
6 
purpose of attracting tourists duly accredited by the Department of Tourism 
7 
(DOT) pursuant to Republic Act No. 9593 or the Tourism Act of 2009. 
8 
9 
On the other hand, ports shall refer to all existing and future ports, private 
10 
or public, under the administration, regulation, management and operation of 
II 
the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 505 
12 
dated 11 July 1974, as amended.' 
13 
14 
SEC. 2. 
The Secretaries of the Department of Public Works and 
15 
Highways (DPWH) and the DOT shall issue the necessary rules, orders and 
16 
circulars for the effective implen;entation of this Act. 
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18 
SEC. 3. 
All 
laws, 
presidential 
decrees, 
executive 
orders, 
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proclamations, ordinances and administrative regulations which are inconsistent 


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with the provisions of this Act are hereby amended, modified, superseded or 
2 
repealed accordingly. 
3 
4 
SEC. 4. 
This Act shall take effect upon complete publication in the 
5 
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspaper of general circulation. 
6 
7 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2443' 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. MANNY VILLAR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Natural calamities such as earthquakes, typhoons, volcanic eruptions and 
floods, have often been the cause of widespread and massive losses and 
destruction, ultimately resulting in serious economic dislocation to their victims. 
To those who sustain economic prejudice due to losses or destruction caused by 
these calamities, we must grant a reasonable deduction from their tax liabilities 
within a specified period as a means to alleviate the adverse economic 
conditions affecting them and to accelerate the pace of their economic 
rehabilitation. 
While taxes are the lifeblood of the government (Commissioner vs. 
Pineda, 21 SCRA 105) and while the government depends upon taxation to 
serve the people for whose benefit taxes are collected (Vera vs. Fernandez, 89 
SCRA 199), the government must appropriately show its sensitivity to its vital 
and fundamental duty to safeguard and promote the public welfare thru 
reasonable legislative measures which will help alleviate serious economic 
dislocations. 
The passage of this bill is earnestly requested. 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 <1 4 a 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. MANNY VILLAR 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING PROVISIONAL RELIEF TO CERTAIN VICTIMS OF TYPHOONS, 
EARTHQUAKES, VOLCANIC ERUPTIONS OR OTHER SIMILAR DISASTERS 
BY GRANTING SPECIAL DEDUCTIONS FROM INCOME AND REAL 
PROPERTY TAXES IN THEIR FAVOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, any 
person, natural or juridical, whose immovable property was lost, totally or partially 
destroyed by a typhoon, earthquake, volcanic eruption or similar natural 
calamities shall be allowed to deduct the total amount of the loss or destruction 
from his or its income and real property tax liabilities up to a period of five (5) 
years from the time of the loss or destruction; Provided, That the immovable 
property mentioned herein shall refer only to residential lands and buildings, 
commercial and industrial buildings, agricultural lands together with the plants 
and growing fruit trees thereon, and permanently installed machinery intended by 
the owner of the building or structure for an industry or business which may be 
carried on therein. 
SECTION 2. The Commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue shall, 
within thirty (30) days from the effectivity of this Act, promUlgate rules and 
regulations necessary to implement the provisions hereof. 
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SECTION 3. 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. 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. 2455 
Introduced by Senator Manny Villar 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
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Presidential Decree No. 603, otherwise known as the Child and Youth Welfare 
Code, was established not only for the protection of the rights and welfare of Filipino 
children and youth but more importantly in recognizing their role in nation building. To 
implement, monitor and enforce the provisions of the said code and other pertinent laws 
and programs concerning children, a Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) was 
created. 
As embodied in our Constitution, recognizing the youth's role in the development 
of our society is a policy of the state. Thus, in order to promote public consciousness 
and taking cognizance on the contributions of the youth in public and civic affairs, a 
measure that will institute a national day for children is befitting. 
The bill proposes every 2nd Sunday of October as National Children's Day. 
The early enactment of this proposed bill is earnestly sought 


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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. 2455 
Introduced by Senator Manny Villar 
AN ACT 
DECLARING THE CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL 
CHILDREN'S DAY IN THE COUNTRY ON THE SECOND 
SUNDAY OF OCTOBER OF EVERY YEAR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and 'House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the "National Children's Day Act" 
SEC. 2. The second Sunday of October of every year shall hereby be known as 
the "National Children'S Day" to promote consciousness over the protection of the rights 
of Filipino children and the importance of fostering their well-being to secure the growth 
and development of society. 
SEC. 3. Pursuant to the observance of the National Children's Day, an annual 
program of activities shall be prepared and implemented with the Department of Social 
Welfare and Development (DSWD), the National Youth Commission (NYC) and the 
Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) as lead agencies. 
In support thereof, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on 
Higher Education (CHED) shall facilitate and encourage the commemoration of this day 
in all schools, public and private, nationwide. The Philippine Information Agency (PIA), 
in coordination with the DSWD, DepEd, CHED, NYC and CWC shall ensure the 
effective information dissemination of this Act 
SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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) 
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SENATE 
S.No. 2365 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Portable telecommunication devices have become indispensable tools in 
modern life. However, reports from law enforcement agencies reveal a high 
incidence of thievery of these devices, brought on by high demand for said 
devices and the ease with which the thieves are able to sell these stolen items. 
As such, there is an urgent need to protect our people from targeted theft 
of these telecommunication devices. 
This bill proposes to punish the malefactor by imposing heavier penalties. 
The approval of this bill is earnestly requested. 
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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) 
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SENATE 
S.No. 2365 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
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AN ACT 
.PROVIDING STIFFER PENALTIES FOR THE CRIME OF THEFT 
AND ROBBERY OF PORTABLE TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the J-Jouse of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress Assembled 
SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the" Anti- Theft and 
Robbery of Portable Telecommunication DevIces Act." 
Sec. 2. Definition. - Portable telecommunication device shall refer to 
cellular telephones, personal digital assistants, portable computers, two-way 
very high frequency (VHF) or ultra high frequency (UHF) radios and other 
portable communication equipments utilized to transmit messages, documents, 
photos, images, videos, or information through air, radio or satellite frequencies. 
Sec. 3. Penal Provision. - Any person convicted of the crime of theft and 
robbery as defined under chapters one and three of Title Ten of the Revised 
Penal Code of a portable telecommunication device shall be punished by the 
penalty next higher in degree than those respectively specified in the 
aforementioned articles; Provided, that the additional penalty specified herein 
shall no longer be made applicable if the imposable penalty is in its maximum 
period. 
Sec. 4. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations 
or other issuances or parts thereof inconsistent with the provision of this Act are 
hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
Sec. 5. Separability Clause. - If my portion of this Act is declared 
unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or any provision not affected thereby 
shall remain in force and effect. 
Sec. 6. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days 
following the completion of its publication either in the Official Gazzette or in a 
newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLlC OF THE PHlLlPPINES 
First negular Session 
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SENATE 
S. B. No. 2097 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
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This bill seeks to rectify what may be deemed as an unfair requirement in 
the practice of public accountancy. 
Republic Act No. 9298 requires in addition to the board examinations for 
certified public accountants (CPAs) accreditation as a limitation to the practice of 
public accountancy. Such accreditation necessitates a three (3) year "meaningful" 
experience in the practice of the profession. 
The standards for admission to the practice of public accountancy in the 
Philippines cannot be understated. The board examinations for CPAs is already a 
grueling task not to mention the preparations had in the study and review of 
accountancy. 
Consequently, adding an accreditation requirement with a 3 year period 
condition sine qua non may only mean a burden among CPAs which if rightfully 
considered is but a superflUity. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this proposed measure 
is sought. 
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. B.No. 2097 
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Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT 
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9298, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE 
PHILIPPINE ACCOUNTANCY ACT OF 2004 
Be it enllcted by the Senate Ilnd the House of Representlltives orthe Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 31 of Republic Act No. 9298 is hereby amended to 
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read as follows: 
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"SEC. 31. [Accreditation] REGISTRATION to THE Practice OF 
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Public 
Accountancy. 
[Certified 
public 
accountants,] 
SINGLE 
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PRACTITIONERS, 
firms 
and 
partnerships 
[of 
certified 
public 
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accountants,] engaged in the practice of public accountancy, including 
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partners and staff members thereof, shall BE registered with the 
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Commission and the Board, such registration to be renewed every three (3) 
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years: Provided, That subject to the approval of the Commission, the 
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Board shall promulgate rules and regulations for the implementation of 
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registration requirements including the fees and penalties for violation 
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thereof. PROVIDED, FURTHER, THAT THE SECURITIES AND 
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EXCHANGE 
COMMISSION 
SHALL 
NOT 
REGISTER 
ANY 
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CORPORATION ORGANIZED FOR THE PRACTICE OF PUBLIC 
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ACCOUNTANCY" 
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SEC. 2. Section 28 of Republic Act No. 9298 is hereby repealed. All laws, 
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orders, issuances, circulars, rules and regulations or parts thereof, which are 
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inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed or modified 
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accordingly. 


SEC. 3. 
If any provisions of this Act is declared unconstitutional or 
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invalid, other parts or provisions hereof not affected shall continue in full force 
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and effect. 
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SEC. 4. 
This Act shall take effect fifteen days (15) days following its 
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publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation or the Official 
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Gazette. 
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Approved, 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
FIRST REGULAR SESSION 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 28 51 
'11 
MAY 31 
P3 :03 
Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
When Republic Act No. 6948 was enacted on April 9, 1990, it was declared state policy 
to help foster the socioeconomic security and general well-being of the country's veterans in 
recognition of their patriotic services in times of war and peace for the cause of freedom and 
democracy. 
This law granting P4,OOO burial assistance was further raised to P10,OOO by virtue of RA 
7696, which took effect on April 4, 1994. 
Considering the increase in the level of prices of goods and services, the purchasing 
power of peso reversely went down. Hence, it is vital that these veterans who fought for peace, 
freedom, and democracy for our country is given the recognition due to them by passing this bill. 
In view of the foregoing considerations, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
FIRST REGULAR SESSION 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 2851 
'11 
MAY 31 
P3 :03 
Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
AN ACT INCREASING THE BURIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MILITARY VETERANS FROM TEN 
THOUSAND PESOS (P10,000) TO TWENTY THOUSAND PESOS (P20,000), 
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6948, AS AMENDED, 
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS "AN ACT STANDARDIZING AND UPGRADING THE 
BENEFITS FOR MILITARY VETERANS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 20 of Republic Act No. 6948, as amended, is hereby further 
amended to read as follows: 
"SEC. 20. Burial Assistance. - [Unless the person who defrayed the expenses 
for the funeral of a deceased veteran is entitled to a similar benefit from the United 
States Government, he/she shall be given Ten Thousand pesos (P10,000) as burial 
assistance upon application therefore in due form which shall be filed within two (2) 
years from the death of the veteran concerned] THE PERSON WHO DEFRAYED THE 
EXPENSES FOR THE FUNERAL OF A DECEASED VETERAN SHALL BE GIVEN 
TWENTY THOUSAND PESOS 
(P20,000) AS 
BURIAL ASSISTANCE UPON 
APPLICATION THEREFOR IN DUE FORM WHICH SHALL BE FILED WITHIN TWO 
(2) YEARS FROM THE DEATH OF THE VETERAN CONCERNED." 
SEC. 2. Appropriations. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall 
be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC. 3. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.No. 
2289 
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Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The 1987 Constitution, Article 2, Section 16 states that: 
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AUG -z P5:AS 
The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced 
and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature. 
Instruction in environmental torics such as recycling, energy efficiency, conservation, 
, 
and climate control is essential and relevant for students throughout the country. The basic aim 
of environmental education is to provide our children with the knowledge needed to develop a 
sense of responsibility towards the environment and the rational utilization of its riches. With 
increasing emphasis nationwide on sustainability and conservation, it is only appropriate that our 
young students be given adequate instruction on environmental issues. This will not only instruct 
students on how to be good citizens, it will also expose them to potential future careers dealing 
with the environment and conservation.' 
• This bill was originally filed in the 14th Congress, 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.No. 2289 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
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AN ACT 
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IlliG -2 11'5 :45 
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REQUIRING THAT THE COURSE OF INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS 
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FROM KINDERGARTEN TO ELEMENTARY INCLUDE A COMPONENT IN 
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Instruction in Environmental Education. The Department of Education 
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shall ensure that the course of instruction from kindergarten to elementary shall include a 
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component on environmental education. Such component shall instruct students on topics 
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including, but not limited to, recycling, energy efficiency, conservation, and climate change. The 
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Secretary of Education shall determine how to incorporate such component in existing curricula 
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and shall promulgate any regulations needed to carry out such determination. 
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SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or 
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parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended or 
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modified accordingly. 
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SECTION 3. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days 
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following its pnblication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENA'Q3 
S. No. 2\i28 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Constitution, Article 2, Section 16 states: 
The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced 
and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature. 
Sustained sounds exceeding 100 decibels (dB) can cause permanent hearing damage in 
humans. In addition to the obvious unwanted effect of hearing loss, noise can cause other' health· 
issues as well. It increases blood pressure, has negative cardiovascular effects such as changing 
the way the heart beats, increases breathing rate, disturbs digestion, can cause an upset stomach 
or ulcer, can negatively impact a developing fetus, perhaps contributing to premature birth, and 
makes it difficult to sleep, even after the noise stops. 
These are preventable health risks which this legislation seeks to address.' 
Lw,- 4 k·.4~ :2Y~~ 
.MIRIAM DEFE~SOR SANTIAVU 
lJIII 
• This bill was originally filed in the 14th Congress. 


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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
) 
SEN~~28 
S.No. ___ _ 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
AN ACT 
ADDRESSING PUBLIC NOTICE OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Notification. In all bus, Light Rail Train (LRT), and Metro Rail Transit 
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(MRT) stations where the noise level measured exceeds 100 decibels (DB), the Department of 
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Transportation and Communications shaH cause to be posted, in a manner visible to passengers 
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exposed to such noise level, a sign stating: 
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"The Level of Noise in this station exceeds 90 DB. Medical Experiments have 
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proven that extended exposure to noise at, or above, this level will result in a loss 
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of hearing and may be harmful to your health. The use of hearing protectors is 
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recommended." 
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SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. - AH laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or 
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parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended or 
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modified accordingly. 
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SECTION 3. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shaH take effect after fifteen (15) days 
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following its publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
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il.) 
SENATE 
S. B. No. 2212 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The crime of unlawful appointments is punished under the Article 244 of the 
Revised Penal Code which provides: 
Article. 244. Unlawful appointments. -
Any public officer who shall 
knowingly nominate or appoint to any public office any person lacking the 
legal qualifications therefor, shall suffer the penalty of arresto mayor anda .. 
fine not exceeding 1,000 pesos. 
The penalty for the crime of unlawful appointments is only arresto mayor which 
has a duration of one month and one day to six months. The flimsy penalty attached to 
the crime may be the reason why numerous public officers are appointed to a position 
even without possessing the proper qualification for the position. 
The instant bill seeks to increase the penalty of unlawful appointments from 
arresto mayor to prision mayor and the fine attached to it of 1,000 pesos to 100,000 pesos 
in order to have a deterrent for such unlawful act. I 
I This bill was originally filed in the third regular session of the 14th Congress. 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENA2
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E12 
S. No. _=-'-=-='-=-
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
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AN ACT 
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AMENDING ARTICLE 244 OF ACT NO. 3815, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE 
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KNOWN AS THE REVISED PENAL CODE AND PROVIDING STIFFER 
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PENALTIES THEREOF 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Amending Article 244 of the Revised Penal Code - Art. 244 of Act 
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No. 3815, as amended, otherwise known as the Revised Penal Code, is herebyJ\lJth~r •. __ 
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amended to read as follows: 
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Article. 244. Unlawful appointments. -
Any public officer who shall 
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knowingly nominate or appoint to any public office any person lacking the 
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legal qualifications therefor, shall suffer the penalty of PRISION MAYOR 
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and a fine not exceeding 100,000 pesos. 
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SECTION 2. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part thereof, is held 
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invalid or unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provision not otherwise 
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affected shall remain valid and subsisting. 
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SECTION 3 Repealing Clause. - Any law, presidential decree or issuance, 
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executive order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to, 
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or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act is hereby repealed, modified or amended 
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accordingly. 
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SECTION 4. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days 
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after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved. 
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FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SEN ATE 
S. B. NO. 2612 
'10 
NOV 24 P 3 :49 
Introduced by Senator Francis N. Pangilinan 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The trade of meat from dead or diseased animals has become prevalent in the 
country especially in Metro Manila. This practice has jeopardized both consumers and 
producers, by endangering health and disturbing market stability. Despite the serious 
consequences however of the trade' and the consumption of these types of animals, 
penalties under RA No. 9296 or the Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines are 
insufficient. In order to protect therefore the consuming public and the legitimate 
producers, the passage of this bill is ~arnestly sought. 
. 
FRANCI .... ""NI'-. PANGILINAN 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S" ~. NO. 2612 
'10 
NOV 24 P 3 :49 
j"I"N"""'I"" BY" ~ 
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Introduced by Senator Francis N. Pangilinan 
AN ACT AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9296 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS "THE 
MEAT INSPECTION CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES", PRESCRIBING PENALTIES 
OF IMPRISONMENT AND FINES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF AND 
AMENDING CHAPTER XIV THEREOF FOR THE PURPOSE 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. A new section is hereby inserted after Section Fifty Eight Chapter XIV of 
Republic Act No. 9296 otherwise known as "The Meat Inspection Code of the 
Philippines", to be denominated as Section Fifty Eight-A, which shall read as follows: 
"Section 58-A. PENALTIES. ANY PERSON, ASSOCIATION, PARTNERSHIP OR 
CORPORATION WHO SHALL VIOLATE ANY OF THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 
48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, AND 54, CHAPTER XII OF THIS ACT, SHALL UPON 
CONVICTION, BE SUBJECT TO A FINE OF NOT LESS THAN FIFTY THOUSAND 
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PESOS (P50,000.00) BUT NOT MORE THAN TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS 
(P200,000.00) OR AN IMPRISONMENT OF NOT LESS THAN SIX (6) YEARS AND 
ONE (1) DAY BUT NOT MORE TB;AN TWELVE (12) YEARS OR BOTH UPON THE 
DISCRETION OF THE COURT. 


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IF THE VIOLATOR IS A CORPORATION, FIRM, PARTNERSHIP OR 
ASSOCIATION, THE PENALTY SHALL BE IMPOSED UPON THE PRESIDENT, THE 
MANAGER OR ANY OFFICER THEREOF WHO KNOWS OR OUGHT TO HAVE 
KNOWN THE COMMISSION OF THE OFFENSE. IN CASE THE GUILTY OFFICER IS 
A FOREIGNER, HE SHALL BE IMMEDIATELY DEPORTED AFTER SERVICE OF 
SENTENCE." 
SECTION 2. Another section is hereby inserted after Section Fifty Eight Chapter XIV of 
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Republic Act No. 9296, to be dominated as Section Fifty Eight-B, which shall read as 
follows: 
"SECTION 58-B. LIABILITY OF PUBLIC OFFICERS. THE LIABILITY OF 
PUBLIC OFFICERS TASKED WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS ACT, WHO 
BY THEMSELVES OR IN CONSPIRACY WITH OTHERS, VIOLATE THE 
PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER XII UNDER THIS ACT, SHALL BE WITHOUT 
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PREJUDICE TO LIABILITIES UNDER OTHER PENAL LAWS." 
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least 
, 
two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENATE 
. S.No. 23GB 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Section 13 of RA. No. 3019 (The Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act) does not 
justify a structure of separation of powers between the major government branches 
when suspending and penalizing public officials for graft and corrupt actions. To 
clarify, such an act is a diminution of the constitutional principle of interdepartmental 
courtesy, where, for instance, under the principle of separation of powers, the judicial 
branch has no power under the constitution to suspend a member of the legislative 
branch. 
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Therefore, there is a need to amend it and make sure that the principle of 
separation of powers is preserved and protected. Urgent passage of this bill is thus 
sought. 
FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENATE 
Introduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT 
AMENDING SECTION 13 REPUBLIC ACT NO. 3019, OTHERWISE 
KNOWN AS THE ANTI-GRAFT AND CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Republic of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 13 of Republic Act No. 3019 is hereby amended to read as follows: 
"Section 13. Suspension and' Loss of Benefits. Any [incumbent] public 
officer, EXCEPT THE PRESIDENT, THE VICE PRESIDENT, OR 
ANY PUBLIC OFFICER WHO CAN BE REMOVED ONLY BY 
IMPEACHMENT BY MEMBERS OF CONGRESS, AND JUSTICE 
OF THE COURT OF APPEALS AND THE SUPREME COURT, 
against whom any criminal prosecution under a valid information 
under [its] THIS Act or under the provisions of the REVISED Penal 
Code on bribery is pending in court, shall be suspended from office. 
Should [the accused] HFjSHE be convicted by final judgment, 
HFjSHE shall lose all retirement or gratuity benefits under any law, 
BUT IF HFjSHE IS ACQmTTED HFjSHE SHALL BE ENTITLED 
TO 
REINSTATEMENT 
AND 
TO THE 
SALARIES 
AND 
BENEFITS, which HFjSHE failed to receive during [his/her] 
, d' 


SEC. 2. 
suspension, unless in the meantime administrative proceedings have 
been filed against him/HER." 
Repealing Clause. - Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive 
order, letter of instruction, administrative order, d e or regulation contrary to, or 
inconsistent with, the provisions of this Act is hereby repealed, modified or amended 
accordingly. 
SEC. 3. 
Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect after the expiration of the full 
term of all the members of Congress approving this Act and its complete publication in 
the Official Gazette and in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF TI-IE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
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) 
) 
S. No. 2868 
'11 
JUN -7 r 3 :35 
Introduced by Senator Francis G, Escudero 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Barangays, being an administrative division and a local 
government unit, are the front lines of government service. Given 
its close proximity to our homes and workplaces, barangays and 
its officials are expected to function above and beyond the normal 
service hours extended by government to the people. 
Thus, it is the objective of this bill to increase the benefits of 
barangay officials given their twenty-four hour work, and as the 
most visible faces of government service. We submit. 
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FRANCIS G, ESCUDERO 


FIFTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
) 
) 
) 
S. No. 2868 
"11 
JUN -7 P.3 :35 
Inll"Oduced by Senator FRANCIS G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT 
AMENDING PARAGRAPH (A), SECTION 393, CHAPTER IV, 
TITLE I, BOOK III OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7610, THE LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT CODE, AS AMENDED, INCREASING THE 
BENEFITS OF BARANGAY OFFICIALS 
Be it enacied by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Paragraph (a),Section 393, Chapter IV, Tille I, Book III of 
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Republic Act No. 7610, as amended, is hereby amended to read as follows: 
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Section 393. Benefits of Baran gay Officials.-
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(a) Barangay officials, including barangaytanods and members 
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of the lupongtagapamayapa, shall receive honoraria, allowances, and 
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such oilIer emoluments as may be authorized by law or barangay, 
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municipal or city ordinance in accordance with the provisions of this 
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Code, but in no case shall it be less than [One thousand pesos 
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(Pl,OOO.OO)] TWENTY PERCENT (20%) ABOVE THE MINIMUM 
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WAGE RATE PREVAILING IN THE REGION per month for the 
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punongbarangay and [Six hundred pesos (P600.00)] THE MINIMUM 
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WAGE RATE PREVAILING IN THE REGION per month for the 
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sangguniangbarangay members, barangay treasurer, and bamngay 
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secretary: Provided, however, That the annual appropriations for 
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personal services shall be subjeci to the budgetary limitations prescribed 
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under Tille Five, Book II of this Code; 
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SEC. 2. All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, proclamations 
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and/ or administrative regulations which are inconsistent with the provisions 
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of this Act are hereby amended, modified, superseded or repealed 


accordingly. 
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SEC. 3. 111is Act shall lake effect fifteen (15) days from its publication in 
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the Official Gazette or at least three (3) newspapers of national circulation. 
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App1'oved,