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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo.__ 2082

Introduced by Honorable Estrellita “Ging” B. Suansing

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The attached bill seeks to establish a twenty-five (25)-bed capacity district
hospital in the Municipality of Zaragoza in the 1* District of the Province of Nueva Ecija
to be known as the “Zaragoza District Hospital.”

One important factor for our country to improve its way of life is access to
quality health care. To achieve this, health facilities and services must readily be
accessible to the people at an affordable cost. Sadly, such is not the case for my
constituents in the Municipality of Zaragoza. Currently, there is no existing hospital,
private or government-funded, in the municipality. Although there are a handful of
clinics available, the services offered are limited and emergency care non-existent. In
cases that urgent care is needed, the patient has to be transported to another facility
outside of the municipality, the nearest of which is approximately 15 kilometers away. In
‘a matter of life and death, 15 kilometers would surely mean death. Establishment of the
Zaragoza District Hospital would ensure that the people of the Municipality of Zaragoza
would have immediate access to good and quality health care.

Consistent of our government's program to improve and deliver universal health
care to its people, and in consonance with Sec. 15, Article Il of the 1987 Constitution
which provides that the State shall protect and promote the right of the people to
health, this representation finds the need to establish the Zaragoza District Hospital.

With the end view of making essential health services available to all people,
approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

Rep. ESTRELLITA “Ging” B. SUANSING

1" District, Nueva Eck


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BillNo.__ 2582

Introduced by Honorable Estrellita “Ging” 8. Suansing

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A TWENTY-FIVE (25)-BED CAPACITY DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF ZARAGOZA IN THE 1” DISTRICT OF THE PROVINCE OF NUEVA
ECUA TO BE KNOWN AS THE “ZARAGOZA DISTRICT HOSPITAL” AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. There shall hereby be established under the direct supervision of the
Department of Health, a twenty-five (25)-bed capacity district hospital in the
Municipality of Zaragoza in the 1* District of the Province of Nueva Ecija to be known as
the “Zaragoza District Hospital.”

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Health shall immediately include in the Department's
programs the establishment and operationalization of the Zaragoza District Hospital, 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,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

757

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This measure is in recognition of the role of Barangay Tanod brigades in
promoting peace and order and as indispensable partners of the local
government units that they serve.

These duly-appointed members of Barangay Tanod brigades expose
themeelves to dangers to their life and limb in the faithful discharge of their duties
and functions. Fact is, they can be assaulted, injured, killed by criminal elements
as they go about the conduct of regular rounds, nightly patrols, and inspections in
response to calls for help.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO.__2'75'7

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
GRANTING HAZARD PAY-TO ALL DULY-APPOINTED BARANGAY TANOD
BRIGADES DURING THEIR INCUMBENCY, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. All duly-appointed members of the Barangay Tanod brigades shall
be granted a hazard pay during their incumbency, in the amount of One Thousand
Pesos (P1,000.00) per month.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the effective implementation of this Act shall
be charged to the appropriations of the Department of Interior and Local Government
(DILG) under the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sum as may be
Necessary for its continued implementation shall be included in the annual budget of the
local government unit concemed.

SEC. 3. Nothing in this Act shall be construed as to diminish, in any manner, any
benefit granted by existing laws, rules and regulations, local ordinances and other
issuances especially favorable to Barangay Tanod brigade members.

‘SEC. 4. ‘Within six (8) moritns from the approval of this Act, the DILG shall issue
the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

SEC. 5. Alll laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations inconsistent
with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SEC. 6. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication
in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation whichever
comes earlier.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines Leap PH
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pe

Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _23 17

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Accidents on the roads caused by motor vehicles of various classes can be
prevented especially those of Class C vehicle types like those buses or trucks engaged
in passenger service or freight or cargo.

{n short, the vehicle itself, depending on its state of maintenance and
roadworthiness Is the culprit whenever road accidents happen. The common reasons
re faulty brakes, faulty steering, tire blow-oute, among others are heard time and oft as

causes.

Let us put an end to accidents to the level that sound vehicle maintenance could
guarantee. This means that before an engine conks out, the owner and/or operator
should have already located the potential sources of trouble via an honest-to-goodness:
observance of vehicle preventive maintenance.

Those who ignore this proposed law shall henceforth be made to account as
‘even the most ordinary vehicular accident could readily claim lives that should not have
been wasted in the first place.

Thus, to prevent loss of lives, costly indemnit ted financial
losses and possible cancellation of licenses or frapChises, strict imp al of
vehicle preventive maintenance has now become 9/ must under risk that \iolation of

which will be dealt with severely.


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

nouse pi No. _2317

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
MANDATING OWNERS AND/OR OPERATORS IN FREIGHT AND PASSENGER
SERVICE TO CONDUCT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE OF THEIR MOTOR
‘VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PRESCRIBED SCHEDULE AND
INSTRUCTIONS FROM VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S MANUAL

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

a SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the Preventive Vehicle Maintenance Act
2011.

SEC. 2. All owners and/or operators of motor vehicles especially those engaged
in freight and passenger service are hereby mandated to conduct preventive
maintenance of their motor vehicles in accordance with prescribed schedule and
instructions as are otherwise contained in the Vehicle Manufacturer's Manual,

SEC. 3. Such record of preventive vehicle maintenance shall be kept ready for
inspection at anytime especially when demanded by duly deputized authorities
concerned with road safety.

SEC. 4. The Land Transportation Office shall issue pertinent rules and
regulations to carry out the provision of this Act.

SEC. 5. This Act shail take effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette and
in at least three newspapers of general circulation thirty days upon Its approval.

Approved,

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Republic of the Philippines EK PH

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 2359

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Museums and historical shrines are institutions that care for the conservation of
artifacts and other objects which have cultural and historical importance, They provide
an avenue for the commemoration of our remarkable historical events, unforgettable
heroes and impressive cultural heritage. Moreover, these institutions in themselves are
instructional tools which offer a unique interactive experience to our Filipino school
children that incite emotional, mental and cultural curiosity which will lead to the
development of their imaginative and inquisitive ability.

Hence, this bill aims to provide our public elementary school children an
opportunity to visit the museums and historical shrines free of charge; to allow them to
learn history and culture through a different approach, an experience outside the four
walls of their classroom where they are given another perspective and new insights on
our rich cultural heritage and history.

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

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REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 2359

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
PROVIDING PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS FREE ADMISSION IN
ALL PUBLIC MUSEUMS AND HISTORICAL SHRINES

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

SECTION 1, Short Title. This Act shall be known as the “Free Admission to
Museums and Historical Shrines Act’

SEC. 2. All public museums and historical shrines shall offer free admission to all
public elementary school students every Tuesday of every week during the entire
school or academic year

SEC. 3. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts shall issue the
necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act within sixty
(60) days after its effectivity

SEC. 4. All laws, acts, decrees, executive orders, presidential issuances, rules
and regulations, or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act

are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

22390

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Amel M. Cerafica

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert Elizco Road from a City Road to a National Road. Elizco Road is
located in Barangay Ibayo Tipas, Taguig City.

Elizco Road is a major thoroughfare of container trucks, vans and private vehicles plying
from neighboring cities to and from our City. To date, the road is deteriorating and in dire
need of repair and rehabilitation.

City funds are scarce. As such, there is an impending need to tap other resources.

With the improvements of the road, its potentials for commercial and industrial
development would be realized. Further, with its conversion into a national road, it would

receive the much needed funding and assistance it deserves.

Approval of this bill is earnestlymnsougth.



REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF THE REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Bill No._2290

Introduced by Representative Arnel M. Cerafica

AN ACT
CONVERTING ELIZCO ROAD LOCATED IN IBAYO, TIPAS TAGUIG CITY, FROM A CITY ROAD TO A
NATIONAL ROAD.

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

SECTION 1. The Elizco Road located in Ibayo, Tipas, Taguig City, is hereby converted into a
national road.

SECTION 2. The amount necessary to implement the provisions of this Act shall be charged to
the Appropriation of the Department of Public Works and Highways under the current General
Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sum necessary for its improvement, maintenance and repair
shall be included in the Annual Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of
general circulation.

APPROVED.
crete,

Republic oft Pig
House of Representatives

Quagon Qty, Natio Manila

Bicteanth Conguse
iat Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No.__2107

Introduced by Honorable Victor F, Ortega

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Balaoan-Santol Provincial Road in the Municipalities of
Balaoan and Santol, La Union into a national road.

‘The Balaoan-Santol Provincial Road serves as the main access road that links the
Municipality of Balaoan to the Municipality of Santol, Being a provincial road, its
development and maintenance is the responsibility of the local government, However, due to
the perennial problem of insufficiency of funds to develop and maintain said provincial road,
the objective to maintain the serviceable condition of the road can hardly be achieved.

‘The conversion of the Balaoan-Santol Provincial Road into a national road shall
improve the socio-economic endeavors of the respective municipalities traversed by the road
network. It shall increase the existing length of the national roads currently maintained. Thus,
it requires a corresponding increase in fund allocation from the national government.

By transferring the responsibility of developing and maintaining said provincial road
to the national government, the economic performance of the municipalities and other
adjacent towns involved will definitely improve.

earnestly sought.

VICTOR. F. ls.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this b


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House BitLNo.__@107

Introduced by Honorable Victor F. Ortega

AN ACT

CONVERTING THE BALAOAN-SANTOL PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITIES OF BALAOAN AND SANTOL, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND
IMPROVEMENT THEROF

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

SECTION 1. The provincial road connecting the Municipality of Balaoan and
Municipality of Santol in La Union is hereby converted into a national road under the
supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in its
program the improvement, maintenance and repair of the said road, the funding
‘of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriation Act.

SEC. 3. ‘This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the

Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
Houser Or REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2781

Introduced by Honorable Evelina G. Escudero

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Dr. Fernando B. Duran, Sr. Memorial
Hospital (formerly Sorsogon Provincial Hospital) in the Province of Sorsogon
into a tertiary hospital which shall be placed under the supervision and control
of the Department of Health.

Section 15, Article II of the Constitution provides that “The State shall
protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill consciousness
among them.” It is then the obligation of the State to enhance the delivery of
health services to the people.

The Dr. Fernando B. Duran, Sr. Memorial Hospital (formerly Sorsogon
Provincial Hospital) caters to the medical and health needs of the people in the
Province of Sorsogon. Converting the hospital to a tertiary hospital with an
increased bed capacity will provide better health services. Upgraded and
efficient facilities which will emphasize preventive care will be readily
available for the patients. Hopefilly, it will also result in a decrease in the
mortality rate in the province. Increasing its bed capacity to two hundred fifty
beds will greatly benefit the people of the province and nearby areas
considering the additional number of patients that the hospital will be able to
accommodate.

In view of the foregoing, early passage of the bill is urgently requested.

fest!

EVELINA G. ESCUDERO

Bill Drafting Service


Republic of the Philippines
House Or REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No,_ 2784

Introduced by Honorable Evelina G. Escudero

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE DR. FERNANDO B. DURAN, SR. MEMORIAL
HOSPITAL (FORMERLY SORSOGON PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL) IN
THE PROVINCE OF SORSOGON INTO A TERTIARY HOSPITAL
UNDER THE FULL ADMINISTRATIVE AND TECHNICAL
SUPERVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Dr. Fernando B. Duran, Sr. (formerly Sorsogon
Provincial Hospital) in the Province of Sorsogon is hereby converted into a
tertiary hospital.

SEC. 2. The hospital shall have the capabilities of a tertiary hospital,
increasing its bed capacity to two hundred fifty (250) beds, and shall be under
the direct administrative and technical supervision of the Department of Health.

SEC. 3. The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act of the year

following its enactment into law and thereafter.

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SEC. 4, The Secretary of Health shall issue such rules and regulations as
may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

2101

House Bill NO.

Introduced by HON. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA
4™ DISTRICT, BULACAN

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Commemorating and celebrating the charter day anniversary of a local
government unit is a cultural expression arising out of a deeply shared experience of
people living in a community. It makes the residents of a local government unit feel that
indeed, their place has a historical significance, which they or their ancestors have
become a part of.

Declaring a non-working holiday for a community may be an occasion to launch
income-generating activities to promote and perpetuate a historical and cultural value of
an important event. Trade fairs, cultural presentations, sports activities, and the like may
be organized by the local government unit, in cooperation with the private sect
general public to highlight a charter day anniversary. These productive act
make the event more significant, in view of the economic advantage it will deliver to the
local residents.

Presently, however, the Mecauayan City Charter Day Anniversary has yet to be
institutionalized in our statute books. This will perpetuate its socio-cultural and historical
significance and derive therefrom economic activities which will improve the quality of
life of its residents, in accordance with national development goals.

This bill was filed during the 15" Congress and was approved by the Senate
Committee on Local Government. No further legislative action was taken on the bill due
to time constraints, This bill is filed for the consideration of the 16" Congress.

‘Support for the enactment of this measure is earnestly requested

Silane

REP. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
21

House Bill NO.

Introduced by HON. LINABELLE RUTH R. VILLARICA’
4™ DISTRICT, BULACAN

AN ACT DECLARING DECEMBER 10 OF EVERY YEAR AS SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF MEYCAUAYAN, PROVINCE OF
BULACAN

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

SECTION 1, December 10 of every year is hereby declared a ‘special non-
working holiday in the City of Meycauayan, Province of Bulacan to commemorate its
Charter Day Anniversary, to be known as “Araw ng Lungsod ng Meycauayan”

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines ED @\
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES {= 03 FEB 2014")
Quezon City, Metro Manila \ We

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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Estrellita “Ging” B. Suansing

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Guimba-Tarlac Road via Victoria Road
connecting the Municipalities of Guimba, Province of Nueva Ecija, and the
Municipality of Victoria, Province of Tarlac into a national road.

‘The 7.89 kilometers stretch of road starts from Barangay San Roque
to the town proper of Victoria, Tarlac via Barangays Bantug and Banitan,
Municipality of Guimba, Nueva Ecija.

The existing roadway is heavily traversed by motorists coming from in
and around the aforementioned municipalities. The Department of Public
Works and Highways 1*t District Engineering Office of Nueva Ecija identified
the road to be in a state of deterioration, citing the large volume of traffic
coming mostly from loaded vehicles and natural environmental factors as
the causes for its current poor condition.

The Provincial Governments of Nueva Ecija and Tarlac lack the
capacity to improve and maintain the Guimba-Tarlac Road. Without
appropriate funding for maintenance, and considering the current state of
the road, it may become impassable to motorists in the near future. The
need to provide funds for maintaining the road at its best condition is one of
immediate concern for the safety and general welfare of commuters plying
the route. .

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

1st District, Nueva Eqija.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 3813

Introduced by Honorable Estrellita “Ging” B. Suansing

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE GUIMBA-TARLAC ROAD STRETCHING FROM
BARAGAY SAN ROQUE, VIA BARANGAYS BANTUG AND BANITAN, ALL
IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF GUIMBA, PROVINCE OF NUEVA ECIJA, TO
THE MUNICIPALITY OF VICTORIA, PROVINCE OF TARLAC INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The 7.89 km provincial road known as the Guimba-Tarlac Road
stretching from Barangay San Roque, via Barangays Bantug and Banitan,
all in the Municipality of Guimba, Province of Nueva Ecija to the
Municipality of Victoria, Province of Tarlac is hereby converted into a
national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in
the Department’s program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the
said road, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. 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,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16 CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

House Brito. 3126

Introduced by Representative REGINA ONGSIAKO REYES
Lone District, Marinduque

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Constitution provides that the State shall promote the right
of all citizens to quality education at all levels, and shall take appropriate
steps to make education accessible to all. It likewise mandates the State to
establish and to maintain a system of free education both in the elementary
and high school levels. It is in this light that this Bill proposes to establish the
Gasan Integrated Central School, in keeping with the government's major
educational thrust of improving the accessibility of basic education.

The Gasan Central School was established in 1917 to accommodate the
hundreds of elementary students in the Poblacion Area of the municipality.
The conversion of the Gasan Central School into an Integrated School will
ensure the continuing availment of our youth of free secondary education,
unhampered by the prohibitive cost of transportation on top of school-related
expenses. To date, there is no public high school in the Poblacion Area of
Gasan and the creation of an Integrated School therefore provides for
convenience in terms of time and financial management for both students and
their parents, not just for those residing in the Poblacion but for those in
nearby barangays as well.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bil
recommended.

is earnestly

REGINA ONGSIAKO REYES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILLNo, 31.25

Introduced by Representative REGINA ONGSIAKO REYES
Lone District, Marinduque

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE GASAN CENTRAL SCHOOL IN GASAN,
MARINDUQUE INTO AN INTEGRATED SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN
AS THE GASAN INTEGRATED CENTRAL SCHOOL
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. Conversion into an Integrated School. The Gasan Central
School in the Municipality of Gasan in Marinduque is hereby converted into an
integrated school to be known as the Gasan Integrated Central.

Sec, 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All personnel, assets,
liabilities and records of the Gasan Central School are hereby transferred to
and absorbed by the Gasan Integrated Central School.

Sec 3. Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department's program the operationalization of the
Gasan Integrated Central School, the funding of which shall be included in the
annual General Appropriations Act.


Sec. 4. Implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue
such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of
this Act.

Sec. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its

publication in the Official Gazette or in any two (2) newspapers of general
circulation.

APPROVED.
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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) F

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) Xe
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
H.No._ 3193

Introduced by Representative Teodorico T. Haresco Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 393 b (1), Chapter IV, Book III of Republic Act 7160 otherwise known as the
Local Government Code of 1991 mandates that the punong barangay, the sangguniang
barangay members, the barangay treasurer, and the barangay secretary shall be entitled to
Christmas bonus aside from receiving honoraria, allowances, and such other emoluments
as may be authorized by law.

Since the enactment of the Local Government Code in 1991, these barangay officials
have been receiving one thousand pesos (Php 1,000.00) as Christmas bonus. Twenty-two
(22) years since then, it is about time that this Christmas benefit should be augmented to
cope with the increase in prices of basic commodities since 1991.

In acknowledgement of the vital and noteworthy duty of these barangay officials, this
bill seeks to reward them with Christmas bonus amounting to two thousand pesos (Php
2,000.00)

The passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

We
HON. TEODORICO T~HARESCO JR.

Representative

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
H.No._ 3193

Introduced by Representative Teodorico T. Haresco Jr.

AN ACT
INCREASING THE CHRISTMAS BONUS OF ALL BARANGAY OFFICIALS
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. This bill shall be known as “Christmas Bonus for Barangay Officials Act
of 2013”,

SECTION 2. It is hereby declared the policy of the State to grant all barangay
officials, including barangay tanods honoraria, allowances, and such other emoluments, as
may be authorized by law.

SECTION 3. Section 393 b (1), Chapter IV, Book III of Republic Act 7160 otherwise
known as the the Local Government Code of the Philippines is hereby amended to read as
follows:

“Section 393 b (1): Be entitled to Christmas bonus of at least TWO
THOUSAND PESOS (Php 2,000) [One thousand pesos (P1,000.00)] each,
the funds for which shall be taken from the general fund of the barangay or
from such other funds appropriated by the national government for the
purpose”

SECTION 4. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
funded out of the appropriation of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
under the current Appropriations Act. Thereafter, this item shall be included in the General
Appropriations Act.

SECTION 5. This Act shall take effect ten (10) days following its complete
publication in any national newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

53

House Bill No. __~
EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Jet. Bukidnon Cagayan de Oro lligan Road (BCIR)
— Cugman — Malasag Road in Cagayan de Oro City from a city road to a national road.

The road is presently in poor condition and in dire need of repair and
rehabilitation. City funds are not available for its maintenance and/or upgrading. Hence,
the need to tap other sources. With its improvement, easier access to both points would
be ensured and the potentials for tourism, commercial and industrial development would
be realized.

With its conversion into a national road, it would receive the much needed
funding and assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.

RUFUS B. RODRIGUEZ

MAXIMO B/ RODRIGUEZ, JR.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. __ 3359,

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE JCT. BUKIDNON CAGAYAN DE ORO ILIGAN ROAD (BCIR) —
CUGMAN - MALASAG ROAD IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD

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

Section 1. The Jct. Bukidnon Cagayan de Oro lligan Road (BCIR) — Cugman —
Malasag Road is hereby converted into a national road.

Sec 2. The Secretary of Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue
the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to implement the provision of this Act.

Sec. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
‘Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSEBILLNOS621

Introduced by Representative Giorgidi B. Aggabao

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘This bill seeks to put a stop on the practice of local government units of using
their Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) as collateral for loans.

The rationale for the IRA is to ensure that local government units have the means
to support the expenditure responsibilities arising from the devolution mandated under
R.A. 7160. Thus, IRA’s have been computed at a level sufficient to cover the costs of
devolved functions.

The practice of using the IRA as collateral for loan obligations effectively ties up
a portion of the IRA thus negating the very purpose of the allotment. There results a
mismatch in funds to support the costs of mandated functions, thereby resulting in
delayed payment of salaries and wage, operating expenses, and accommodation of
arrears.

‘This measure aims to avoid the above-described situation and ensure that IRA’s
are always adequate to cover the expenditure functions assigned to the LGU’s under
RA. 7160.

In view of the foregoing, passage of this bill is recommended.

GIORGIDIB. (GABAO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 3621

Introduced by Representative Giorgidi B. Aggabao

AN ACT
REGULATING THE USE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS’
INTERNAL REVENUE ALLOTMENT (IRA), AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE
THE “LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991”, AS AMENDED

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

Section 1. Section 297 of R.A. 7160, as amended, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
“Sec. 297. Loans, Credits, and other forms of indebtedness of

Local Government Units.

a xxx

b. A local government unit may likewise secure from any
government bank and lending institution short - , medium -,
and long term loans and advances against security of real estate
or other acceptable assets for the establishment, development,
or expansion of agricultural, industrial, commercial, house

financing and livelihood projects and other economic


enterprises: PROVIDED THAT THE INTERNAL REVENUE
ALLOTMENT IS PROHIBITED TO BE USED AS SECURITY
THEREFOR.

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Section 2. This Act shall take effect upon approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BiLLNo.__ 3864

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Barangay Health Workers, for the most part, engage in voluntary service in looking after the
wellness of the people in the community. They go beyond the call of their sworn duties and
sincerely minister to the sick and offer their caring hands to ensure that barangay folks who
have less in life would have more in humanitarian service.

But these health workers are as much human beings as those to whom they render service
And they are not immune to common diseases. Truth is, they are, ironically, at higher risk of
contracting communicable diseases and they barely have anything to fend themselves
against contagious diseases prevalent in their work places.

Thus, if only to mitigate the plight of barangay health workers, free Phi

to public service and free health coverage would be an apt and
to these admirable barangay health workers.

Thus, under this bill, every barangay health worker is granted

The immediate passage of this measure is sought for.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 3864

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
GRANTING FREE PHILHEALTH COVERAGE TO BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS.

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

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “Philhealth Coverage for Barangay
Health Workers Act of 2014”.

SEC. 2. Under this Act, barangay health worker is hereby granted free Philhealth
coverage.

SEC, 3, The Department of Health shall issue appropriate rules and regulations to
effectively carry out the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 4. All issuances, laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or parts thereof
not consistent with this Act are hereby repealed accordingly.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. _3084

Introduced by Rep. Reynaldo V. Umali

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Community Hospital takes full charge in the delivery of
medications and health assistance and providing care for patients in
the least dependant setting for their needs. It provides an appropriate
range of accessible health care facilities and resources designed to
meet the needs of local people. Different patients stay in a Community
Hospital for varying lengths of time depends on their individual
needs.

The Bulalacao Community Hospital was created by Republic Act
No. 6910 during the 8 Congress and is the only hospital in
Bulalacao. It is a ten (10) bed hospital; however, it accommodates
more than thirty (30) patients. The lack of beds and beddings adds
burden to the medical staff that needs to prioritize the patients in
critical and emergency cases. The provision of additional beds and
beddings in the Bulalacao Community Hospital shall be a great help
to the medical staff and shall redound to the health benefits of the
patients therein.

This legislation aims to provide the Bulalacao Community
Hospital with an increased bed capacity to create a more responsive
health institution that will address the pressing medical needs of the
people, more particularly the poor and the marginalized of society.

In view of the foregoing, immediate/ approval of this bill is

earnestly sought.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _ 3084

Introduced by Honorable REYNALDO V. UMALI

AN ACT INCREASING THE BED CAPACITY OF THE BULALACAO
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BULALCAO,
PROVINCE OF ORIENTAL MINDORO, FROM TEN TO THIRTY
BEDS, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

SECTION 1. The bed capacity of Bulalacao Community Hospital in the
Municipality of Bulalacao, Province of Tarlac, is hereby increased from
ten (10) to thirty (30).

SECTION 2. The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this
Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year
following its enactment.

SECTION 3. Any law which is inconsistent with the provisions of this
Act shall be deemed repeal. .

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

HOUSE BILL No, 3420

Introduced by Honorable Oscar “Richard” S. Garin, Jr.
1* District, lloilo

“AN ACT CONVERTING IGBARAS-SAN REMIGIO ROAD INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES”

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The road section covered by this bill is the Igbaras-San Remigio Road. It is a
barangay road that traverses from the town proper of Igbaras, Iloilo and passes
through several barangays of the Municipality, thence adjoins the Leon-San
Remigio Road which was conceptualized as a shorter route from the Province of
lloilo to the Province of Antique.

This is a vital road section as it connects the town proper of Igbaras, lloilo and at
least eleven (11) barangays thereof, all of which produce considerable quantities
of agricultural products and farm animals, to the Leon-San Remigio Road. The
Municipality of Igbaras is a 3rd class municipality and possesses an immense
production potential. Its fledging agricultural economy deserves a boost by way
of a reliable road system to reach its full potential. Thus, upgrading and constant
maintenance of this road section will invariably engender an increased
productivity considering that producers will have access to an all-weather road
network, thereby enabling them to conduct trade and commerce not only in the
nearby municipalities but also in the Province of Antique and Boracay Island.

This proposed measure is also premised on the plenary power of the Congress
of the Republic of the Philippines as enshrined in Section 1, Article VI of the
1987 Constitution of the Philippines, thus:


“Section 1. The legislative power shall be vested in the Congress of the
Philippines which shall consist of a Senate and a House of
Representatives, except to the extent reserved to the people by the
provision on initiative and referendum.”

Broadly stated, the power Congress to legislate is all-encompassing, limited only
by our constitution. It appearing that there is no constitutional impediment
attending herein, the proponent respectfully prays that this proposed legislation
be given due consideration



Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

HOUSE BILL NO. 3420

Introduced by Honorable Oscar “Richard” S. Garin, Jr.
1" District, lloilo

“AN ACT CONVERTING IGBARAS-SAN REMIGIO ROAD INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD, 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. The road section in the Municipality of Igbaras, Province of Iloilo
identified as Igbaras-San Remigio Road is hereby converted into a national road.

Section 2, Repealing Clause - All laws, issuances or any party thereof
inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 3. 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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNOS394

Introduced By Honorable Isidro S. Rodriguez, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to transfer the management and maintenance of the 18.5
kilometers Jalajala Friendship Highway which connects the Municipality of
Jalajala, Province of Rizal, with the Municipalities of Mabitac and Sinoloan,
Province of Laguna, to the Department of Public Works and Highways
(DPwH).

This road was constructed in 1993 under the Japan International
Cooperation Assistance (JICA) Program, and the Municipality of Jalajala since
then underwrites and defrays the cost of maintenance and rehabilitation of

the said highway.

With the construction of this highway, the economic growth and

development of the 3 municipalities were enhanced and fast tracked.

Given the fact that Jalajala is a Fifth (5) Class Municipality, and hence,
the burden of managing and maintaining this highway is too much for the

Municipality to bear.


In view of the foregoing, transfer of the management and rehabilitation
of aforesaid highway to the DPWH is earnestly sought.

The approval of this bill is urgently recommended.

ISIDRO S. RODRI


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no3394

Introduced By Honorable Isidro S. Rodriguez, Jr.

AN ACT
SEEKING TO CONVERT AND DECLARE THE JALAJALA FRIENDSHIP
HIGHWAY CONNECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OF JALAJALA, PROVINCE
OF RIZAL WITH THE MUNICIPALITIES OF MABITAC AND SINOLOAN,
PROVINCE OF LAGUNA, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD, AND TRANSFERRING
THE MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE THEREFOR TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS.

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

SECTION 1. The Jalajala Friendship Highway, an 18.5 kilometers
road situated in the Municipality of Jalajala, Province of Rizal, is hereby

converted and declared as a national road.

SECTION 2. The management and maintenance of this highway is
hereby placed and transferred to the Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH).


SECTION 3. The cost of maintenance and rehabilitation of this
highway be charged against the appropriation of DPWH under the current
General Appropriations Act, and thereafter, such amount shall be included
in the annual budget of the DPWH.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No,_3650

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Senior Citizen is a term that refers to a person who is at least 60 years of age. More
often, this term denotes that the person is 2 pensioner. Being a pensioner, this presupposes
that he had rendered services either in private or public institutions which undoubtedly
contributed to the development of our society and economy. Having retired from service, it
is believed that he had spent a productive and meaningful life and was able to share his
experiences, knowledge and expertise with the other generations.

However, whether the person is a pensioner or not, he had shared himself and
contributed something in his own way to and for the community.

Therefore, for the invaluable contributions of our Senior Citizens to our country, they
‘As such, the approval of this Bill is eamestly sought.

deserve to be acknowledged and be given due recognition.

REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bil No._ 3650

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
DECLARING EVERY 1* OF OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS NATIONAL SENIOR
CITIZENS’ DAY

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “National Senior Citizens’ Day Act”.

SEC. 2. The first day of October of every year shall hereby be known as the
“National Senior Citizens’ Day” to acknowledge the contributions of the Senior Citizens to
our Philippine society and economy.

SEC. 3. Pursuant to the observance of the National Senior Citizens’ Day, there shall
be an annual appropriate activity to be prepared, organized and implemented by the Office
for Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA) in their respective localities.

SEC. 4. The Philippine Information Agency (PIA), in coordination with the OSCA,
shall ensure the effective information dissemination of this Act.

SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES :
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

3356

EXPLANATORY NOTE

House Bill No.

This bill seeks to convert the Jet. Airport Road — Upper Balulang - Mandumol —
Macasandig — A. Velez Street in Cagayan de Oro City from a city road to a national
Toad.

The road is presently in dire need of expansion, repair and rehabilitation. City
funds are not adequate for its maintenance and/or upgrading. Hence, the need to tap
other sources. With its improvement, easier access to both points would be ensured
and the potentials for commercial and industrial development would be realized.

With its conversion into a national road, it would receive the much needed
funding and assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is eamestly requested.

RUFUS B. Ri IGUEZ

soln JR.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House BillNo, 3306

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE JCT. AIRPORT ROAD — UPPER BALULANG - MANDUMOL —
MACASANDIG — A. VELEZ ST. IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY INTO A NATIONAL
ROAD

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

Section 1. The Jet. Airport Road - Upper Balulang ~ Mandumol - Macasandig ~
A. Velez Street is hereby converted into a national road.

Sec 2. The Secretary of Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue
the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to implement the provision of this Act.

Sec. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,