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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILLNO. ____ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT  
DECLARING AUGUST 06 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PILAR, PROVINCE OF SORSOGON, IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
An ISO-certified local government unit, the municipality of Pilar in the province 
of Sorsogon stands as one of the early settlements established by the Spaniards in 
Luzon. It was named Pilar in homage to the newborn infant princess, Pilar, the 
daughter of Spanish King Philip II and Queen Isabel I.  
Officially declared a separate town on August 6, 1861, it encompassed a cluster 
of visitas, namely Sto. Niño, Panlatuan, Yang, Putiao, Sapa, and Cadanlogan. 
Throughout the years, Pilar has successfully navigated challenges posed by 
insurgencies, calamities, and a significant fire incident in 1997. The commemoration 
of a municipality's founding anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of its enduring 
culture and traditions. By enacting this measure, it will allow the people of Pilar to 
consistently commemorate their origins with appropriate ceremonies, fostering 
community spirit, and reinforcing their shared history without uncertainty about the 
holiday's declaration each year.  
The annual festivities associated with this occasion also play a crucial role in 
strengthening the bonds among the local populace, contributing to the broader 
tapestry of Filipino culture.  
In light of the above, earnest approval of this bill is sought. 
HON. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
Representative 
1st District, Sorsogon
July 3, 2025
2:14 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILLNO. ____ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
AN ACT  
DECLARING AUGUST 06 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PILAR, PROVINCE OF SORSOGON, IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. August 06 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking
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holiday in the Municipality of Pilar, Province of Sorsogon, in commemoration of its 
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Founding Anniversary 
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Sec. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
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Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
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Adopted, 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
20th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _________ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V 
AN ACT  
CONVERTING THE PAGDALAGAN-BUNGRO-TANQUIGAN ROAD IN SAN 
FERNANDO CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to convert the Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road in San Fernando City, 
La Union into a national road. 
Road projects serve as an important part of the development strategy for any region. 
In the wake of rapid economic growth and poverty reduction programs implemented by the 
government, the demand for excellent road networks increases. Roads are crucial to economic 
development. The mobility and relative ease in the transport of goods and prime commodities as 
well as the effective delivery of basic services are affected and determined by the conditions of the 
access roads. 
Being a definitive factor towards progress, it is not enough that roads are just constructed. 
Roads must be regularly repaired and maintained. The Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road needs 
appropriate funding for its maintenance in order that it will not deteriorate and eventually fall into 
disrepair, setting back whatever economic growth the road’s opening had spurred. 
With the conversion of Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road into a National Road, funds 
from the national government, through the Department of Public Works and Highways, will ensure 
the improvement and maintenance of the road and sustain the socio-economic development in La 
Union.  
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V 
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July 3, 2025
1:20 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
20th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _________ 
Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE FRANCISCO PAOLO P. ORTEGA V 
AN ACT  
CONVERTING THE PAGDALAGAN-BUNGRO-TANQUIGAN ROAD IN SAN 
FERNANDO CITY, LA UNION, INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING 
FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION. 1. The Pagdalagan-Bungro-Tanquigan Road in San Fernando City, La 
Union into a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and 
Highways. 
SECTION. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the 
program the improvement, maintenance, and repair 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 a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
____________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by HON. JOSEPH “JOJO” L. LARA 
____________________________________________________________________ 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to recognize the importance of the Municipality of Solana’s founding 
anniversary by declaring August 18 of every year a special nonworking holiday in the 
Municipality of Solana, Province of Cagayan to be known as the “Aggao Nac Solana” 
to commemorate its past, remind the residents of their Municipality’s heritage and rich 
culture, and enable them to acknowledge and celebrate it annually.  
The Municipality of Solana is one of seven (7) city/municipalities comprising the Third 
Legislative District, Province of Cagayan. Solana is a 1st class municipality composed 
of thirty-eight (38) barangays covering an area of 277.22 square kilometers. It has an 
estimated population of 88,347 as of the 2020 Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) 
census.  
According to the National Historical Commission, the Municipality of Solana was 
formerly known as Marague and was initially a part of Tuguegarao City. It was later 
established as an independent pueblo on August 18, 1851 with San Vicente Ferrer as 
its patron saint. Subsequently, Marague was renamed as Solana in honor of Governor 
Antonio Urbiztondo Marquez de Solana.  
In lieu of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is sought. 
JOSEPH “JOJO” L. LARA
July 2, 2025
9:06 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session   
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
____________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by HON. JOSEPH “JOJO” L. LARA 
____________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
DECLARING AUGUST 18 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKNG HOLIDAY 
IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOLANA, PROVINCE OF CAGAYAN, IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY, TO BE KNOWN AS 
“AGGAO NAC SOLANA”  
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. August 18 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday 
in the Municipality of Solana, Province of Cagayan, in commemoration of its founding 
anniversary known as Aggao Nac Solana (Solana Day).  
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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