Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. _______ 
INTRODUCED BY REP. PM VARGAS 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR A BILL OR RIGHTS OF COMMUTERS, PROMOTING 
EFFICIENT, SAFE, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, AND INCLUSIVE 
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Greater Manila Area is home to millions of commuters daily who 
need to move from their homes to their workplaces or schools by taking buses, 
jeepneys, taxis, trains, tricycles and pedicabs. 
With the existing road-based public transport system, a regular 
commuter in Metro Manila will have spent about 15 to 59 minutes 1 on a 
regular day or worse, three hours for a 13-kilometer distance2 , and will have 
transferred from at least two modes of Public Utility vehicles before he or she 
gets to work. For those taking trains or buses, an additional of at least 30 to 
40 minutes on average will be allotted for waiting time alone.  
A study on Commuting in Metro Manila finds that  Filipinos spend about 
16 days a year stuck in traffic, costing them about 100,000 Philippine pesos (USD 
2,000) a year in lost income3 or an estimated economic loss of 4.6% of the GDP4. 
1
 “Duration 
of 
daily 
Commute 
in 
the 
Philippines 
as 
of 
June 
2022” 
https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1274764/philippines-duration-of-daily-commute 
Accessed on September  20, 2022 
2 Metro Manila Development Authority 2019 
3  Ana P. Santos, 2019. “Carmageddon: The indignity of commuting in Metro Manila” 
https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2019/10/24/carmageddon-the-indignity-of-
commuting-in-metro-manila  Accessed on September 21, 2022 
4 Asian Development Bank, 2012 “Transport Sector Assessment, Strategy and Roadmap”, 
https://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/institutional-document/33700/files/philippines-
transport-assessment.pdf Accessed on September 20, 2022 
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With the evident economic losses and the commuter’s daily ordeal, it is the 
State’s obligation to remedy the public’s outcry for better, efficient, and dignified 
transport system. 
This bill seeks to promulgate and implement policies and programs that 
will ensure the welfare and dignity of the commuting public, address 
challenges of mobility amidst rapid urbanization, promote road safety, reduce 
road congestion and air pollution, mitigate transport-related health hazards, 
and improve access to services and markets, thereby fostering social equity, 
economic development and ecological balance. 
When the system for mass transportation is efficient and effective fewer 
people will take private cars, leading to less cost, less pollution and dignified 
overall commute experience. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly 
sought. 
REP. PM VARGAS   
Fifth District, Quezon City 


Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. _______ 
INTRODUCED BY REP. PM VARGAS 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR A BILL OR RIGHTS OF COMMUTERS, PROMOTING 
EFFICIENT, SAFE, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, AND INCLUSIVE 
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
CHAPTER 1 
GENERAL PROVISIONS 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the “Bill of Rights of 
Commuters.” 
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policies. – Pursuant to the constitutional 
provisions, International laws and conventions which guarantee the freedom 
of movement, general welfare, public safety, health and balances ecology, it is 
the declared policy of the State to promote and protect the right of the people 
to efficient, safe, convenient, accessible and inclusive transportation and 
mobility. 
Towards this end, the State shall promulgate and implement policies and 
programs that will ensure the welfare and dignity of the commuting public, 
address challenges of mobility amidst rapid urbanization, promote road 
safety, reduce road congestion and air pollution, mitigate transport-related 
health hazards, and improve access to services and markets, thereby fostering 
social equity, economic development and ecological balance. 
The State shall endeavour to build the necessary social and physical 
infrastructure to diversify mobility options, promote integrated and 
sustainable transportation, instill road discipline, and ensure transit-oriented 
urban development. The State shall encourage the genuine, inclusive and 
adequate participation of all stakeholders at all levels of decision making in 
relation to public transportation, with preferential consideration of the rights 
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and interest of the commuting public. 
SECTION. 3. Definition of Terms – For purposes of this Act, the following 
terms shall mean: 
 
a. “Commuter” refers to a natural person who travels from one place to 
another, through models of public transportation to reach his/her 
destination; 
 
b. “Public transportation” refers to shared passenger transport services 
available for use by the general public, including, but not limited to, 
buses, trams, rails, rapid transits, taxis, tricycle and ferry systems; 
 
c. “Sustainable transportation” refers to any means of transport that is 
safe, accessible, affordable and environment-friendly. It includes but 
not limited to the use of non-motorized and health-promoting means of 
transport, development of urban transport systems that are fuel-
efficient and apace-saving, and the promotion of transit-oriented 
development: 
 
d. “Integrated transportation” refers to the development of transportation 
systems that enables the efficient and safe transit and intermodal 
transfers of people through the development of transportation 
infrastructure and facilities, the coordination of routes and frequencies 
of public transportation, utilities, and ticketing and fare systems. 
 
e. “Mobility” refers to the ability of a person to travel to, from, and around 
his/her city or residence to conduct daily activities; 
 
f. “Transit-oriented development” refers to mixed-use development 
designed to maximize access to public transportation; 
 
g. “Motor vehicles” refers to any motorized vehicles. The term does not 
include an electric bicycle; 
 
h. “Public transportation utilities” refers to common carriers engaged in the 
business of carrying and transporting passengers or good or 
compensation, offering their services to the public; 
 
i. “public utility vehicle (PUV)” refers to any public utility bus, taxicab, 
public utility jeepney, school transport service, tourist transport 
service, utility vehicle express service, bus rapid transit, airport bus, 
premium taxi, transport network vehicle service, shuttle bus and other 
motor vehicles classified or as may hereinafter be classified by the Land 
Transportation and Franchising Board or an appropriate agency as 
such; 
 
j. “Active transport” refers to non-motorized means of travel, including but 
not limited to walking, bicycling, and use of strollers, skates, 
skateboards, push scooters, handcarts and wheelchair; 


 
k. “High-volume transport corridors” refers to road, bridges, streets, 
walkways, sidewalks, foot paths or mass transportation terminals 
where the flow of people is at least 2,000 per hour per direction during 
peak travel periods; 
 
l. “Public roads” refers to all streets, roads, bridges, highways and other 
thoroughfares constructed and maintained by the national government 
by any local government unit; 
 
m. “Pedestrian” refers to a person travelling on foot or using non-motorized 
means of travel; 
 
n. “Public transport or PUV operator” refers to any person or entity in whose 
name a Certificate of Convenience is issued by LTFRB to operate a 
public transport service for compensation and for a covered period of 
time; 
 
o. “Activity centers” refers to places in a city or municipality where people 
gather regularly for work, workship, education, social events, trade, 
exercise, leisure, or other common interests and purposes; 
 
p. “Walkways” refers to a continuous pathways designated for 
pedestrians and separated from lanes for motor vehicles by space or 
barriers; 
 
q. “Pedestrian lane or crosswalk” refers to any portion of a public road at 
an intersection or elsewhere for the use of pedestrians marked by lines 
or other markings on the surface; 
 
r. “Sidewalk” refers to walkways parallel to both sides of a public road, 
with a width and elevation as may be deemed appropriate for safe and 
convenient pedestrian passage; 
 
s. “Greenway” refers to roads, streets or paths with ample greenery and 
shade that serves as recreational space or public park which 
encourages 
environmentally 
sustainable 
transportation 
models 
including walking and cycling, among others; 
 
t. “Road Safety Audit” refers to systematic checking of the safety of 
highways and traffic management schemes, including modifications to 
existing layouts which aims to address safety problems and minimize 
future problems.  Safety audit is a necessary component of the design, 
construction and maintenance of road projects; 
 
u. “Security camera” refers to a video that records the activities happening 
inside a vehicle to detect and prevent crime and other related situation; 
 


v. “Dashboard camera” refers to an onboard camera that continuously 
record the view through a vehicle’s windshield, which may be attached 
to the interior windshield or to the top of the dashboard, by suction cup 
or adhesive tape mount. 
 
w. “Global Positioning System” refers to a space-based satellite navigation 
system that provides location and time information in all weather 
conditions, any here on or near the Earth where these is an 
unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites; 
 
x. “Ridership” refers to the number of persons who ride public 
transportation 
 
y. “Land value capture” refers to strategies that determine the increase in 
land value of the immediate neighboring parcels of land of a projects 
funded by the national government which includes transportation 
infrastructure and facilities such as, but no limited to, mass transit 
stations, transport corridors, integrated transportation terminals, 
expressways and toll road exits, to promote social equity and 
environment sustainability. Land value capture take various forms and 
schemes, such as, but no limited to, the imposition of real property 
taxes and special assessments imposable on those whose property 
benefited from a project funded by the national government including 
joint 
ventures, 
partnerships, 
corporations, 
and 
third-party 
contributors. 
 
Chapter II 
RIGHTS OF COMMUTERS 
 
A. Right of Efficient and Safe Transportation 
 
SECTION 5. Right to diverse and integrated public transportation. The 
State shall develop a diverse and integrated transportation system to enable 
efficient mobility and intermodal connectivity of people. The State shall 
endeavour to ensure accessibility of activity centers and workplaces by public 
transportation to the people as a common good. 
 
The State shall promote different modes of public transportation to satisfy the 
varying demands of people through the integration of operational, physical 
and institutional mechanisms which facilities efficient, convenient and safe 
transfers between public transportation utilities. Operational integration 
involves the rationalization of routes and coordination of schedules and 
frequencies thereof. Physical integration requires the development of mass 
transit and ferry systems, common transportation terminals and stations, 
and an adequate network of roads, walkways, greenways, and high-volume 
transport corridors. Institutional integration involves the rationalization of 
public transportation fares, rates and charges, including the grant of 
discounts or free transfers 
                    


SECTION  4. Rights to quality public transportation. – The State shall 
uphold and enforce quality standards of public transportation utilities to 
ensure its roadworthiness, safety and reliability.  
 
SECTION 5 Right to safety. – The state shall promote the welfare of 
commuters and enhance road safety to protect their fundamental right to life 
and health. Towards this end, the State shall pursue the following: 
 
a. Road safety. The State adopt and enforce a zero-road fatality policy 
through the implementation of appropriate speed controls and conduct 
of regular Road Safety Audits. 
b. Fixed compensation for PUV drivers.- In orders to instill road 
discipline among PUV drivers and prevent road accidents frequently 
caused by reckless and unlawful driving by competing drivers, the State 
shall regulate competition among PUV drivers by prescribing fixed 
wages for PUV drivers in an amount mutually agreed upon between 
PUV operators and drivers but no case shall the amount be lower than 
minimum wage prescribed by existing laws, rules and regulation ; 
Provided, That, in determining the same, the minimum ridership shall 
be taken into account. 
 
SECTION 6. Right to clean air during travel. – The State shall promote 
and protect the right of the commuter to a smoke and odor-free travel through 
the strict implementation of Republic Act No. 8749, otherwise known as the 
Philippine clean air of 1999, Republic Act No. 8749, Republic Act No. 9211, 
or the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003, and Executive Order No. 26, s. 2017. 
 
SECTION 7. Fair share of road space for public transportation. – The 
State shall promote the right of the commuter to efficient public 
transportation, and shall adopt and implement tragedies and policies to 
reduce travel time and costs of commuters. Towards this end, the 
Metropolitan Manila Authority and local government units shall designate 
road lanes for dedicated use of PUVs and other public transportation utilities; 
Provided, that, as far as practicable, the number of road lanes for PUVs and 
public transportation utilities shall be one (1) higher than the number of road 
lanes reserved for private motor vehicles.  
                
SECTION 8. Crime and accident prevention during level. – The State shall 
promote and protect the right of the commuter to safe travel, and shall adopt 
and enforce policies to prevent and deter crimes and untoward incidents 
resulting in injury to life, limb and health, and loss of property. Towards this 
end, the State shall strictly implement Republic Act No. 10586, or the Anti-
Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013 and Republic Act No. 10913, or Anti-
Distracted Driving Act. Additionally, the State shall pursue the following: 
 
a. Mandatory installation of security and/or dashboard camera 
and Global Positioning System (GPS) in public utility vehicles. 
All PUV and public transport operators, whether under existing 
franchise or upon application of a new one, are hereby required to 


install a security camera, dashboard camera or similar devices, GPS 
in every PUV unit he/she presently owns or operates, or will own or 
operates in the future; Provided, that no franchise shall be granted 
to motor vehicles intended for public utility without compliance 
with this provision; Provided, further, that the security or dashboard 
camera shall be placed without obstructing or impairing the driver’s 
view of the road and outside the range of airbag deployment.  
 
SECTION 9. Right to medical assistance. – The commuter shall have the 
right to proper application of first aid procedures, medical assistance and 
emergency safety devices during emergency situations where commuter’s 
health is concerned. 
 
All PUV and public transportation operators, under an existing franchise or 
upon application of a new one, are hereby required to install emergency first 
aid kits in every PUV unit he/she presently owns or operates, or will intended 
for public use without compliance with this provision. A periodic inspection 
for this purpose shall be conducted by the LTFRB. 
           
PUV drivers are hereby required to undergo basic first aid training. The 
Department of health (DOH), the Philippine Red Cross, LTFRB and LTO shall 
promulgate rules and regulations for the proper implementation of this 
Section. 
 
SECTION 10. Right against sexual harassment in public transport 
terminals and PUVs.  – Pursuant to Republic Act No. 11313, or the Safe 
Spaces Act, gender based sexual harassment in streets and public spaces, 
including transportation terminals and public utility vehicles, shall be 
prohibited and penalized. 
 
Under existing rules and regulations, public transportation utility operators 
may claim as tax deduction the fare discount granted based on the cost of the 
services rendered. 
 
SECTION 11. Right to participation in determination, review and 
adjustment of public transportation fares and rates. – The State shall 
promote and enable the active and adequate participation of the commuting 
public in the determination and periodic review and adjustment of public 
transportation fares, rates and other related charges. 
                  
SECTION 12. Right to mobility and access to public transportation of 
persons with disability. – Pursuant to Republic Act 7277, the State shall 
promote the mobility of persons with disability and shall develop and 
implement programs to assist PWDs on gaining access to public 
transportation utilities and facilities, including but not limited to, the use of 
an animal assistant or portable mobility aids. 
 
B. Right of Sustainable Transportation and Urban Mobility 
 


SECTION 13. Right to clean transportation. – The State shall pursue and 
formulate strategies, policies and programs towards sustainable transport 
and the modernization of public transportation to reduce carbon footprint. 
Towards this end, the State shall promote active or non-motorized transport, 
and the utilization of alternative fuels and emerging energy technologies in 
public transportation, pursuant to Republic Act No. 8749 and Republic Act 
No. 9367, or the Biofuels Act of 2006. 
 
SECTION 14. Use of bicycle and other means of active transport. – The 
State shall promote active transportation and alternative modes of 
transportation that create less carbon footprint, and support active and 
healthy lifestyle. Towards this end, the State shall pursue the following: 
 
a) Installation of walkways and greenways. – It shall be the duty of 
the Department of Public Works and Highways and LGUs concerned 
to provide adequate sidewalks on public roads, free from any 
obstruction at all times and clearly marked with visible and 
conspicuous signage’s, as well as greenways to encourage active 
transport. In major roads, as far as practicable, there shall be 
allotted three (3) meters for sidewalks; Provided, that, in cases where 
the provision of sidewalk shall not be feasible, for reasons of 
insufficient land area, easement or legal right protected by law, an 
elevated footbridge or underground walkways shall be installed in 
lieu thereof; Provided finally, that and adequate lighting shall be 
installed along walkways and greenways to allow safe travel after 
dark.     
            
b) Designation of bike lanes. – Each LGU shall designate a bike lane 
at least one (1) meter on the rightmost portion of major roads within 
its jurisdiction which shall be clearly marked as such and, as far as 
practicable, segregated from all vehicular traffic lanes by a physical 
barrier and marked with appropriate signs and/or pavement 
markings. In cases where the installation of a physical barrier is not 
feasible, a bike lane shall be identified through reflectorized painted 
lines. Existing bike lines shall be assessed for safety and 
connectivity and shall be subject to measures to improve the same. 
 
The designated bike lanes shall be for the exclusive use of bicycles. 
All motorized vehicular traffic shall not be allowed to use the bike 
lane at any time of the day expect for emergency medical purposes. 
The right of way of bikers shall be paramount at all times and may 
not be obstructed by a parked or standing motor vehicle or other 
stationary objects. 
 
c) Provision of bicycle parking spaces. – The DOTr shall establish 
guidelines on the minimum supply of bicycle parking spaces and 
bike racks in all public places, government offices, school, hospitals, 
and major business establishments, including, but not limited to, 
malls, banks, and restaurants, taking into consideration the 


population of volume of people in the area; Provided, that, the 
owners of said establishments shall pay for the construction and 
maintenance thereof. 
 
SECTION 15. Sustainable transport planning. – The State recognizes that 
public transportation   and mobility is an integral part of urban development. 
Accordingly, the State recognizes the importance of transport planning in 
creating sustainable cities and communities. The act shall promote a shift 
towards sustainable transport, increasing mobility of persons, especially the 
poor, marginalized and underprivileged sectors, improving air quality, and 
ensuring the safety and reliability of public transportation utilities. 
 
Towards this end, the DOTr and the Department of Human Settlements and 
Urban Development (DHSUD), in coordination with National Economic and 
Development Authority (NEDA), the Department of interior and local 
Government (DILG), and in consultation with the commuter and transport 
groups, metropolitan area authorities, local government units, and the 
academe, shall prepare a National Sustainable Transport Action Plan (NSTAP) 
to provide a roadmap for safe, efficient, convenient, accessible, inclusive and 
sustainable transportation and mobility in the country. 
                        
The NSTAP shall include strategies towards transit-oriented development, the 
diversification of transportation and mobility options, including means of 
active transport, and the integration therof, and the development of clean 
transportation infrastructure at the national and local levels. The 
aforementioned agencies shall conduct scientific studies and research, 
genuine and adequate consultation with all stakeholders, especially 
commuter and transport groups. To determine their varying demands on 
public transportation, the social, economic and environmental impact of 
current and proposed public transportation systems, as well as the need for 
social protection and safety nets of vulnerable and marginalized sectors and 
the use of information and communication technologies to reduce and 
manage travel demands of the public. 
 
The NSTAP shall guide the integration of sustainable and integrated transport 
planning in the preparation and updating of Annual Development Plans. 
Annual investment Plans, Physical Framework Plans, Development Master 
Plans, comprehensive Land Use Plans, Disaster Risk Reduction and 
Management Plans, and similar plans of LGUs. DOTr and DHSUD, in 
coordination with NEDA, NPWH and DILG, shall capacitate and provide 
technical assistance to LGUs in the harmonization of the aforementioned 
plans with NSTAP  
            
C. Right to Information and Participation in Policymaking. 
                 
SECTION  16. Nationwide public information campaign.  – Every Filipino 
shall have access to information, official records, public records and to 
documents and papers pertaining to official acts, transactions or decisions, 
and research data in relation to public transportation, subject to existing and 


regulations. 
                 
The DOTr and its attached agencies, in coordination with the Department of 
information and Communications Technology, DILG, and the Philippine 
Information agency, and commuter and transport groups, shall undertake a 
nationwide information, education and communication campaign, utilizing all 
forms of media, for the attainment of the objectives of this Act. 
 
SECTION 17. Display of identification of PUV drivers, plate number of 
PUVs and emergency numbers for assistance. – Identification cards of PUV 
drivers, as prescribed by LTFRB, the plate number of the PUV, and emergency 
numbers for assistance by the Philippine National Police and other concerned 
agencies shall be prominently displayed inside the vehicle within the view of 
the passenger or in any other conspicuous place within the vehicle. 
               
SECTION 18. Genuine, inclusive and adequate participation in 
policymaking. – The State shall uphold and promote the right of the people 
and their organizations, especially underprivileged and marginalized sectors, 
to genuine and adequate participation in the crafting and evaluation of public 
transportation-related policies, plans and programs, Including  frameworks, 
strategies and standards, provide, further, Threat  concerned agencies shall 
hold public consultations at a convenient time and place for commuter and 
transport groups; Provides, further, that concerned agencies  shall  establish 
mechanism to solicit feedback from commuters  through digital forms of 
media.  
                                                             
D. Right to Redress 
 
SECTION19. Right to refund. – The commuter shall have the right to 
refund of transportation fee in cases of public transportation service 
breakdown. In cases of mechanical or engine trouble or other similar 
instances that hinder continuation of carriage, the commuter shall be 
entitled to full or partial refund, depending on the distance travelled, or 
shall be provided with substitute means of transportation or be assisted to 
secure one. 
                  
 
SECTION 20. Right to compensation in cases of physical injury and 
death. – In cases of death or physical injuries due to unlawful and reckless 
driving, the aggrieved party shall be entitled to compensation as provided by 
application laws, rules and regulations. 
                
SECTION 21. Assistance desk in transport terminals. – The DOTr, LTFRB 
and or/ LGUs shall provide for twenty four (24)-hour Complaints and 
Assistance Desks in transport terminals to address commuter needs and 
problems in situ and assist commuters whose right have been violated; 
Provided, that, in cases where the complaint shall be filled against the driver, 
the LTFRB shall conduct the investigation and resolve the complaint not later 
than seven (7) working days after mediation, or seven (7) working days after 


adjudication, under such rules and regulations it may provide. 
              
The complaint instituted under the provisions of this Act shall not bar the 
filling of a civil or criminal complaint for violation of any law, rule and 
regulation resulting from the same act or commission, whenever applicable. 
                   
SECTION 22. Commuters’ hotline number. – DOTr shall provide a common 
three (3) or four (4)- digit hotline number, supported by a Commuters Safety 
Call Center, to address inquiries, complaints and of commuters. 
                   
SECTION 23. Legal assistance. – DOTr shall provide legal assistance to 
commuters in the filing processing and documenting of complaints, 
negotiating for amicable settlement or resolution mutually acceptable to the 
parties there to, and elevation of the complaint to appropriate authorities. 
 
CHAPTER III 
PENAL PROVISIONS 
                 
SECTION 24. Fines and penalties. – A fine of P300.000 and/or 
impoundment of the subject vehicle and/or cancellation of their franchise 
shall be imposed upon any person, including drivers or operators who shall 
be proven to have violated any provision of this Act or failed to observe the 
corresponding duties and Responsibilities indicated herein. Public officers 
who shall be found to have been negligent in the performance of the duties 
and responsibilities indicated in this Act will by administratively liable 
pursuant to existing laws, rules and regulations. 
 
CHAPTER IV 
FINAL PROVISIONS 
 
SECTION 25. Joint Congressional Oversight Committee. – There is hereby 
created a Joint Congressional Committee to monitor the implementation of 
this Act and to Review the implementing rules and regulations promulgated. 
The Committee shall be composed of five (5) Representatives, to be appointed 
by the Senate President and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, 
respectively. The Chairpersons of the Senate Committees on Public Services, 
and Urban Planning, Housing and Resettlement, and the House Committees 
on Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, shall be ex-officio 
members of the Committee. 
                  
SECTION 26. Funding. – The Department of Transportation, the Department 
of Public Work and Highways, the Department of Human Settlements and 
Urban Development, and other concerned agencies, shall include in their 
respective Programs the needed operational and institutional requirements in 
upholding the Enumerated rights in this Act, the initial funding of which shall 
be charged against their Current appropriations of this Act shall be included 
in the annual General Appropriations Act.  
                  
SECTION 27. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – Within six (6) 


months since the effectivity of this Act, the DOTr and the DHSUD, in 
coordination with the National Economic and Development authority (NEDA), 
the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Department of 
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Department of Science and 
Technology (DOST), and the Department of Interior and Local Government 
(DILG), and in consultation with the commuter and transport Groups, 
metropolitan area authorities, local government units, and the academe, shall 
promulgate the implementing rules and regulations for the effective 
implementation of This Act. 
 
SECTION 28. Separability Clause. – If, for any reason, any part, section 
provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining 
provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect. All 
law, decrees, executive orders, proclamations, rules and regulations, and 
other issuances, or parts thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions 
of this Act are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly. 
 
SECTION 29. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, executive orders, 
proclamations, rules and regulations, and other issuances, or parts thereof 
which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act area hereby repealed, 
amended or modified accordingly.  
 
SECTION 30. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after 
its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.  
 
Approved,