NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session
SENATE 
S. B. NO. 574
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Introduced by SENATOR JOEL VILLANUEVA
AN ACT PROVIDING AN ADDITIONAL CASH ASSISTANCE 
PROGRAM FOR FILIPINOS TO AID IN MITIGATING THE EFFECTS 
OF THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC AND SIMILAR NATIONAL
EMERGENCIES
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The pandemic revealed some of the systemic issues surrounding our 
society. From issues concerning on the capacity of our public health system to 
issues arising on social protection programs that are resilient to all types of 
emergencies. All of these led to the suffering and hardship of our Filipino 
families.
Despite the various crises our country is currently facing, the Philippines 
had one of the smallest amounts in terms of stimulus packages among the key 
ASEAN countries. Bciyanihan to Heal as One and Bayanihan to Recover as 
One have provided more than half a trillion pesos ($10 billion). However, 
according to data from the Singapore Institute for International Affairs, this 
amount is still low compared to those of Thailand (around $75 billion), Malaysia 
(around $60 billion), Singapore (around $40 billion), Indonesia (around $30 
billion) and Vietnam (around $20 billion).1
To address this, this bill seeks to introduce a cash assistance intervention 
in order to save lives and ease the burden of Filipinos who are still reeling from 
the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic to the economy. In addition to the current 
pandemic, the assistance provided under this measure will also be triggered in
1 Business Mirror, PHLand its Asean neighbors: Economic performance amid the pandemic, December 24, 2020, accessible at 
https://businessmiiTor.com.uh/202Q/12/24/phl-and-its-asean-neighbors-economic-performance-aniid-the-pandemic/ (last
accessed ]uly 11, 2022).


times of national emergencies that adversely affect the lives and livelihood of 
our citizens.
Although Filipinos are known for their grit and resilience, assistance to 
our countrymen is still needed to help them survive and get back on their feet 
amidst the current pandemic and other national emergencies. Extraordinary 
times require extraordinary measures to boost both the economy and the lives 
of the Filipino people. With the foresight that the pandemic may still continue 
due to newer variations, as well as other issues such as continuous rise in 
prices of fuel and other basic commodities, it is of primary importance that the 
welfare of every family In various vulnerable sectors are properly upheld.
Thus, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
SENATOR JOEL VILLANUEVA


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session
SENATE
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S. B. NO. 574
Introduced by Senator JOEL VILLANUEVA
AN ACT PROVIDING AN ADDITIONAL CASH ASSISTANCE 
PROGRAM FOR FILIPINOS TO AID IN MITIGATING THE 
EFFECTS OF THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC AND SIMILAR
NATIONAL EMERGENCIES
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
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SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Bangon 
Pamilyang Pilipino (BPP) Assistance Program Act of 2022.”
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the declared policy of the State to 
free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate social 
services, a rising standard of living, and an improved quality of life for all.
The COVlD-19 pandemic continues to affect the country, stunt its 
economy, and disrupt jobs and livelihoods - especially for the most vulnerable. 
Extraordinary times require extraordinary measures to uplift both the economy 
and the lives of the Filipino people. In line with this, the State shall endeavor to 
help all Filipinos and the economy get the much needed financial boost in the 
wake of inflation, increased prices of basic commodities, rising fuel costs, and 
other causes of financial strains and hardships brought about by and during the 
pandemic.
Towards this end, it is hereby the policy of the State to prevent more 
families from going into hunger by providing an immediate financial boost 
through an additional assistance program.


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SEC. 3. Definition of Terms. As used in this Act:
a) 
Family refers to a group of persons usually living together and 
composed of the head and other persons related to the head by 
blood, marriage, or adoption. It includes both the nuclear and 
extended family.
b) 
Nuclear Family shall be composed of a father and a mother with 
unmamied children or a parent with children.
c) 
Extended Family refers to the household composed of a nuclear 
family together with relatives, up to the third degree of affinity or 
consanguinity.
SEC. 4. BPP Assistance Program. - Over and above and separate and 
distinct from any financial assistance or social amelioration measure of the 
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), the BPP Assistance 
Program is hereby established to provide cash assistance to all Filipino families 
and individuals affected by the pandemic and other national emergencies, as 
enumerated in Section 6 herein, through the most expeditious, transparent, and 
simple process.
SEC. 5. Amount of BPP Cash Assistance. - Each Filipino family shall 
receive a one-time cash assistance of Ten Thousand Pesos (Php 10,000) or 
One Thousand Five Flundred Pesos (Php 1,500) per Family member, 
whichever is higher.
SEC. 6. Priority List of Beneficiaries. - The following shall be given 
priority in the distribution of the BPP Cash Assistance:
a) 
Poor Filipinos whose per capita income is insufficient to meet basic 
food and non-food items;
b) 
Senior Citizens;
c) 
Persons with Disability;
d) 
Indigenous Persons; and
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Solo parents whose monthly income is below twice the amount of 
the monthly income of minimum wage earners;
f) 
Displaced, retrenched or separated workers, or otherwise severely 
affected or have lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic or 
during other declarations of state of emergency, which include, but 
are not limited to, the following:
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Freelancers such as entertainers, tour guides, workers in the 
events industry, etc.;
2. 
Drivers of public transportation such as pedicab, tricycle, PUJs, 
PUVs, taxi, bus, etc.;


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3. 
Owners and workers in microenterprises such as sari-sari 
stores, market stalls, food carts, etc.;
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Farmers;
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Homeworkers including family drivers and house helpers; and
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Sub-minimum wage earners.
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Medical frontliners including Barangay Health Workers;
h) 
Families of Overseas Filipino Workers, who were displaced and or 
suffered job losses or salary deduction on account of global public 
health emergencies and other extraordinary emergencies of global 
magnitude;
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Those who were not able to receive assistance through any of the 
Social Amelioration Programs of the national government;
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Filipino Citizens holding a Philippine National ID; and
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Other members of vulnerable sectors as may be identified under the 
implementing rules and regulations of this Act.
SEC. 7. Enrollment to the Philippine Identification System. -
Pursuant to Republic Act No. 11055, or the Philippine Identification System Act, 
which aims to promote seamless delivery of service and to improve the 
efficiency, transparency, and targeted delivery of public and social services, all 
Filipinos who seek to benefit from the BPP Cash Assistance Program shall 
enroll in the Philippine Identification System (PIS). Enrollment in the PIS shall 
merit prioritization of the enrollee in the list of beneficiaries under Section 6 of 
this Act.
SEC. 8. BPP Assistance Program Hotline, Website, and Mobile 
Application. - The DSWD shall establish, maintain, and operate a telephone 
hotline, website, and a mobile application in order to effectively and efficiently 
facilitate the roll-out of the BPP Assistance Program, answer inquiries, receive 
complaints and grievances from the public, and help disseminate information 
regarding the Program. A separate hotline shall also be dedicated for those with 
special needs, such as, but not limited to, senior citizens, persons with 
disabilities, and the like.
SEC. 9. Sources of Funding. - The amount necessary to carry out the 
provisions of this Act shall be sourced from the unprogrammed funds and 
savings from General Appropriations Act. The National Government may also 
enter into favorable loan agreement(s) to finance the programs and projects to 
implement this Act.
SEC. 10. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within sixty (60) 
days from the effectivity of this Act, the DSWD, upon consultation with 
appropriate government agencies and other stakeholders, shall promulgate the 
implementing rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.


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SEC. 11. Separability Clause. - If, for any reason, any portion or 
provision of this Act shall be held unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining 
provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.
SEC. 12. Repealing Clause. - All laws, executive orders, 
proclamations, rules, regulations and other issuances or parts thereof which 
are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or amended 
accordingly.
SEC. 13. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after 
its publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,