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S.B. No. 18 7
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Introduced by: Senator Raffy T. Tulfo
AN ACT MANDATING THE INSTALLATION OF TIMERS IN TRAFFIC LIGHTS
The Traffic light timer is an important component of modern traffic 
management systems, as they help regulate the flow of vehicles and pedestrians at 
intersections. Traffic light timers help reduce the risk of accidents at intersections by 
controlling the flow of vehicles and pedestrians and giving them a clear signal when it 
is safe to proceed. Traffic light timers can also be used to control pedestrian crossings, 
ensuring that pedestrians have enough time to cross the road safely and reducing the 
risk of accidents.
The proposed bill seeks to mandate the installation of timers in traffic lights. Overall, 
traffic light timers play a crucial role in improving safety, reducing congestion and 
delays, and making our roads and intersections more efficient and sustainable.
The passage of this measure is thus earnestly sought.
RAFFY iv^XILFO 
_ Senator


NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC ) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE
S.B. No. 1873
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23 FEB 13 P5 :29
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Introduced by: Senator RaffyT. Tulfo
AN ACT MANDATING THE INSTALLATION OF TIMERS IN TRAFFIC LIGHTS
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Phiiippines in 
Congress assembled:
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SECTION 1. Short Title. - This act shall be known as the "Traffic Light Timer Act".
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SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. - The State recognizes the importance of efficient and
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safe road networks in promoting economic growth, improving quality of life, and reducing
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traffic congestion. It is the policy of the State to promote road safety and reduce traffic
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congestion through the use of innovative technologies, including the installation of timers
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in traffic lights.
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(a) "Traffic Light" refers to any signal device used to control the flow of traffic at a road 
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(b) "Timer" refers to a device that measures and displays the duration of a period of time.
SECTION 4. Installation of Timers in Traffic Lights. - The Department of Transportation 
shall require the installation of timers in all traffic lights in urban areas within two (2) 
years from the effectivity of this act. The timers shall be designed to display the time 
remaining until the traffic light changes, and shall be clearly visible to drivers and 
pedestrians.
SECTION 5. Maintenance of Timers. - The Department of Transportation shall ensure the 
maintenance and proper functioning of the timers in traffic lights, and shall take 
appropriate action to address any malfunctions or failures.
SECTION 6. Penalty for Non-Compliance. - Any person, entity, or local government unit 
that fails to comply with the provisions of this act shall be subject to a fine of not less 
than Fifty Thousand Pesos (PhP 50,000.00) but not more than One Hundred Thousand 
Pesos (PhP 100,000.00) for each traffic light that does not have a functioning timer.
SECTION 7. Appropriation. - The amount necessary to implement the provisions of this 
act shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 8. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Department of Transportation, 
in consultation with concerned stakeholders, shall promulgate the necessary rules and 
regulations for the effective implementation of this act.
SECTION 9. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this act is declared unconstitutional 
or invalid, the remaining provisions thereof shaii not be affected.


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SECTION 10. Repealing Clause. - All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, and 
administrative orders inconsistent with this act are hereby repealed or modified 
accordingly.
SECTION 11. Effectivity. - This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved,