Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representatives ERIC G. YAP and EDVIC G. YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Professional Identification Card (PIC) issued by the Professional Regulation 
Commission (PRC) is an essential document that certifies the legitimacy of a 
professional's license and authority to practice in their respective field. At present, 
these cards are valid for three years. After which, professionals must undergo the 
process of renewal, including the submission of documentary requirements and 
payment of fees, among others. While regulatory compliance is important, frequent 
renewals can also pose a burden, particularly for professionals who face logistical, 
financial, and procedural hurdles in updating their credentials. 
This bill seeks to extend the validity period of the PIC from three (3) to five (5) years. 
It aims to reduce the administrative load on licensed professionals and ease the 
congestion of transactions within the PRC system. It acknowledges the need for a 
more streamlined, efficient, and responsive regulatory process that upholds 
professional standards without creating unnecessary inconvenience. 
Furthermore, the proposed measure will allow the PRC to update and upgrade its 
digital infrastructure and registration systems, ensuring that the longer validity 
period does not compromise the integrity of its monitoring and compliance 
mechanisms. This aligns with broader efforts to modernize government services, 
reduce red tape, and make regulatory compliance more accessible and practical for 
Filipino professionals. 
The passage of this measure will benefit over four million registered professionals 
across various industries. It is a timely response to long-standing calls from the 
professional sector for more efficient licensing procedures and recognizes the vital 
role of professionals in national development. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
HON. ERIC G. YAP​
HON. EDVIC G. YAP 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representatives ERIC G. YAP and EDVIC G. YAP 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR A FIVE-YEAR VALIDITY PERIOD OF THE PROFESSIONAL 
IDENTIFICATION CARDS OF ALL PROFESSIONAL UNDER THE 
PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. All Professional Identification Cards (PICs) issued by the 
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) shall be valid for five (5) years, subject to 
the compliance with all the legal, procedural and mandatory requirements for its 
renewal such as those indicated under Republic Act No. 109212, otherwise known as 
the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Act of 2016. 
SEC. 2. In order to operationalize the provisions of this Act, the Information  
and 
Communication 
Technology 
Service 
(ICTS) 
and 
other 
concerned 
offices/divisions of the PRC shall complete the necessary systems enhancement 
(Licensure Examination Registration Information System or the LERIS) and other 
administrative processes, including the finalization of the revised assessment of 
annual registration fees within six (6) months from the effectivity of this Act. 
SEC 3. If, for any reason, any part or provision of this Act is declared invalid 
or unconstitutional, the remaining parts or provisions not affected are in full force 
and effect.  
SEC 4. All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, and rules and 
regulations contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are amended, 
repealed or modified accordingly.  
SEC 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved 
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