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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10663 
Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez, DPA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The presence of talipapa and ambulant vendors along national roads and highways has been 
a longstanding issue in the 4th District of Leyte. While these vendors significantly contribute to 
the local economy by providing convenient access to goods and services, their proximity to busy 
roads poses serious risks to public safety and impedes the smooth flow of traffic. 
Vendors located close to national roads and highways are particularly vulnerable to traffic 
accidents. Both vendors and customers are at risk of being struck by vehicles, leading to potential 
injuries and fatalities. Moreover, pedestrians often have to navigate around these vendors, putting 
them at risk of accidents as they walk on the edge of the road or step onto the roadway itself to 
avoid stalls. Obstacles created by vendor stalls can delay emergency response vehicles, potentially 
jeopardizing lives and property during critical situations. 
Road obstructions caused by vendor stalls and customer gatherings lead to traffic congestion, 
slowing down the movement of vehicles, especially during peak hours, and causing significant 
delays. Vehicles stopping abruptly to purchase goods from vendors contribute to traffic bottlenecks 
and increase the likelihood of rear-end collisions. Furthermore, the proliferation of stalls along 
roadsides detracts from the visual appeal of our communities. Properly organized vendor spaces 
can enhance the overall aesthetic of the district. Improper waste disposal by roadside vendors also 
contributes to environmental pollution, affecting local ecosystems and public health. 
This bill aims to enhance public safety by mandating a setback of no less than five meters from 
the edge of national roads and highways, reducing the risk of traffic accidents and improving 
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pedestrian safety. Ensuring that vendors are set back from the road will help reduce congestion 
and allow for smoother traffic movement. Organizing vendor spaces away from the roads will 
improve the visual appeal and environmental cleanliness of the district. 
The proposed bill is a necessary measure to address the issues arising from the presence of vendors 
along national roads and highways. It seeks to balance the economic contributions of these vendors 
with the need for public safety, efficient traffic management, and environmental and aesthetic 
improvements. The enactment of this bill will significantly benefit the residents of the 4th District 
of Leyte and enhance the overall quality of life in the region. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
RICHARD I. GOMEZ, DPA 


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Third Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10663 
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Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez, DPA 
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AN ACT MANDATING ALL TALIPAPA AND AMBULANT VENDORS IN THE 
FOURTH DISTRICT OF LEYTE TO MAINTAIN A SETBACK OF NO LESS THAN 
FIVE METERS FROM NATIONAL ROADS AND HIGHWAYS IN LOW DENSITY 
AREAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the  "Talipapa and Ambulant 
Vendors Safety Act of 2024." 
 SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. –  It is the policy of the State to ensure the safety and 
welfare of all road users by maintaining clear and obstruction-free national roads and highways. 
This is to minimize accidents, ensure smooth traffic flow, and enhance the aesthetic appeal of 
our communities. 
SEC. 3. Definition of Terms. –  For purposes of this Act, the following terms shall mean: 
a. Talipapa - A small market or collection of market stalls that sell various goods, typically
located in public places.
b. Ambulant Vendors - Individuals who sell goods and services in a mobile manner,
including street vendors, peddlers, and hawkers.


 
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c. Setback - The minimum distance required to keep an area clear from any form of 
obstruction, 
measured 
from 
the 
edge 
of 
the 
national 
road 
or 
highway. 
 
SEC. 4. Mandatory Setback Requirement and Coverage. – All talipapa and ambulant 
vendors operating low density areas in the Fourth District of Leyte are required to maintain a 
setback of no less than five (5) meters from the edge of the national roads and highways. 
 
SEC. 5. Responsibilities of Local Government Units (LGUs). –   
 
a. Respective LGUs of the 4th District of Leyte shall be responsible for the implementation 
and enforcement of this Act and offer necessary support to the vendors affected by this 
Act; 
 
b. LGUs shall require registration of any talipapa along national roads and highways and 
conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with the setback requirement; 
 
c. The LGUs shall provide designated vending areas that comply with the setback 
requirement, that provide for safe transient curbside parking area for customer vehicles. 
 
 
         SEC. 6. Penalties. – a. Any talipapa or ambulant vendor found violating the setback 
requirement shall be subject to the following penalties: 
 
1. First Offense: A warning and a directive to immediately relocate; 
2. Second Offense: A fine of One Thousand Pesos (₱1,000.00); 
3. Third and Subsequent Offenses: A fine of Five Thousand Pesos (₱5,000.00) and 
confiscation of goods. 
 
b. Repeat offenders may face suspension or revocation of their vending permits as 
determined by the LGUs. 
 
SEC. 7. Information and Education Campaign. – The Department of the Interior and Local 
Government (DILG), in coordination with the LGUs, shall conduct an information and education 
campaign to inform vendors and the public about the provisions of this Act. 
 
         SEC. 8. Appropriations. – The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall 
be included in the annual budget of the LGUs. 
 
         SEC. 9. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – The Department of the Interior and Local 
Government (DILG), in coordination with the Department of Public Works and Highways 


 
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(DPWH) and the LGUs, shall issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective 
implementation of this Act within ninety (90) days from its effectivity. 
 
SEC. 10. Separability Clause. – If any provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional or 
invalid, the remaining provisions not affected shall continue to be in full force and effect. 
 
SEC. 11. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations, or 
parts thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
         SEC. 12. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at 
least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
 
         Approved,