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05 August 2015 
ATTY. OSCAR G. YABES 
Senate Secretary 
Senate of the Philippines 
GSIS Financial Center, GSIS Building 
Roxas Blvd., Pasay City 
Dear Secretary Yabes: 
This is to inform your good office that we are withdrawing Senate Bill No. 2883 "An Act 
Strengthening the Cease and Desist Power of the National Commission on Culture and 
the Arts, Amending for this Purpose Section 25 of Republic Act No. 10066 or the 
National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009, and for Other Purposes", which we filed last 03 
August 2015. 
Thank you. 
Very truly yours, 
ATTY. DEN~ 
UY·ANASTACIO 
Chief of Sta~M3~1C~ 
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MA. ANTONIETTE ARISTOZA 
Director 11/ 
Le.,\lislative Bills and I ndex Services 
2 Fir., Senate of the Philippines, Roxas Bldv., Pasay City 
Rm. 505, GSIS Bldg., Roxas Blvd., Pasay City 
Tel Nos. 552-6601 to 801oc. 5588/5556/5557/5565' DL 552-6683 • Fax No. 552-6684
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. NO. 
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Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda 
AN ACT 
DECLARING JUNE 19 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF LAGUNA IN HONOR OF THE BIRTH 
ANNIVERSARY OF OUR NATIONAL HERO DR. JOSE P. RIZAL, TO BE 
KNOWN AS "THE NATIONAL HERO'S DAY" 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to declare June 19 of every year as a special non-working 
holiday in the province of Laguna in honor of the birth anniversary of Dr. Jose 
P. Rizal to be known as National Hero's Day. 
Every year on the 30th day of December, our nation celebrates Rizal's heroism 
whose writings helped fuel the desire for independence among his countrymen. 
As Rizal traces his roots in the now-city of Calamba, it is only fitting that 
residents living in Laguna dedicate a special day to honor one of its foremost 
sons who became one of the founding heroes of this nation. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of the said measure is earnestly requested. 
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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
S.B. NO. 
2630 
Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda 
AN ACT 
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DECLARING JUNE 19 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF LAGUNA IN HONOR OF THE BIRTH 
ANNIVERSARY OF OUR NATIONAL HERO DR. JOSE P. RIZAL, TO BE 
KNOWN AS "THE NATIONAL HERO'S DAY" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. June 19 of every year is declared a special nonworking 
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holiday in the Province of Laguna in honor of the birth anniversary of our 
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national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal, to be known as "The National Hero's Day". 
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SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in 
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the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
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Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 260 1 
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INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, ALSO KNOWN AS THE FAMILY 
CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, ARTICLE 73 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
When Executive Order No. 209, also known as the Family Code of the 
Philippines was enacted, there was an omission in Article 73. This omission 
totally varied the provision, its application and effects. As it now stands, Article 73 
departs from the intent of the framers of the Family Code. 
This bill seeks to restore in Article 73, the original language proposed and 
approved by the Code Commission as found in the 8 November 1986 Committee 
Meeting Minutes. It also seeks to restore a thoroughly studied provision which 
best serves the needs of our countrymen. 
In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this proposed measure is 
earnestly solicited. 
GOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
Senator 


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Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2601 
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INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
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AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, ALSO KNOWN AS THE FAMILY 
CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, ARTICLE 73 
Be if enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Family Code as amended, Article 73 is hereby amended 
to read as follows: 
"Art. 73. Either spouse may exercise any legitimate 
profession, occupation, business or activity without the consent of 
the other. The latter may object only on valid, serious, and moral 
grounds. 
not: 
In case of disagreement, the court shall decide whether or 
(1) The objection is proper; and, 
(2) Benefit has accrued to the family prior to the objection or 
thereafter. If the benefit accrued prior to the objection, the 
resulting 
obligation 
shall 
be 
enforced 
against 
the 
COMMUNITY 
PROPERTY. 
IF 
BENEFIT 
ACCRUED 
THEREAFTER, 
SUCH 
OBLIGATION 
SHALL 
BE 
ENFORCED AGAINST THE separate property of the spouse 
who has not obtained consent. 
The foregoing provisions shall not prejudice the rights of 
creditors who acted in good faith. (117 A)" 
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SEC. 2. Repealing Clause. - Any law, presidential decree or issuance, 
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SEC. 3. Separability Clause. - If any provision or part hereof is held 
invalid or unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provisions not 
otherwise affected shall remain valid and subsisting. 


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SEC. 4. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days 
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after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
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Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 632 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
MAKING MUNICIPAL WATER WITHIN THE FIFTEEN-KILOMETER RADIUS 
JURISDICTION 
PART 
OF 
THE 
INTERNAL 
REVENUE 
ALLOTMENT 
COMPUTATION FOR MUNICIPALITIES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In the name of local autonomy, local government units (LGUs) must be 
accorded enough resources to make themselves selt-reliant, especially so with the 
decentralization of powers and functions brought about by the Local Government 
Code. 
Hence, this bill seeks to provide LGUs, specifically municipalities, additional 
revenue by including municipal sea water within fifteen-kilometer radius 
jurisdiction, part of the internal revenue allotment computation. 
Likewise, with these bills, LGUs whose primordial duty is to protect the natural 
resources found within jurisdiction, like the forest municipal sea water, will be 
made more accountable and, at the time, equipped with the resources that they 
need in fulfilling the said mandate. 
In view of the foregoing, early passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
JI 
GOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
Senator 


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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 G 3 2 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
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MAKING MUNICIPAL WATER WITHIN THE FIFTEEN-KILOMETER RADIUS 
JURISDICTION 
PART 
OF 
THE 
INTERNAL 
REVENUE 
ALLOTMENT 
COMPUTATION FOR MUNICIPALITIES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared a policy of the 
state to promote and strengthen selt-reliance among local government units in 
consonance with the prinCiple of anatomy and decentralization. Self-reliance as a 
means of achieving local government empowerment is realizable by increasing the 
budgetary power of local government units. 
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notwithstanding, sea water within the fifteen (15) kilometer radius jurisdiction of 
10 municipalities shall be included in the computation of the internal Revenue 
11 Allotment (IRA) of such municipalities. 
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The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) together with 
Department of Environment and Natural Resources shall promulgate the 
necessary guidelines, rules and regulations for the implementation of this act. 
SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. -
All laws, presidential issuances, rule and 
regulation inconsistent with the provisions of this Act shall be deemed repealed or 
amended accordingly. 
SEC. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately following its 
complete publication in any new paper of general circulation. 
Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES) 
Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.No. 2693 
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Prepared jointly by the Committees on Local Govemment and Constitutional Amendments, 
Revision of Codes with Senators Escudero, Aquino IV, Marcos, Jr., and Defensor Santiago as 
authors. 
AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE PUNONG BARANGAY TO ADMINISTER THE 
OATH OF OFFICE OF ANY GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL, INCLUDING THE 
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, AMENDING FOR THE 
PURPOSE SECTION 41 OF EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 292 OTHERWISE KNOWN 
AS THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE OF 1987, AS AMENDED BY R.A. 6733 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Section 41 of Executive Order no, 292, otherwise known as the Administrative 
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Code of 1987 as amended by R.A. 6733 is hereby further amended to read as follows: 
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"SECTION 41. Officers Authorized to Administer Oath. --- The following officers 
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have general authority to administer oaths: President; Vice-President; Members and 
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Secretaries of both Houses of the Congress; Members of the Judiciary; Secretaries of 
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Departments; provincial governors and lieutenant governors; city mayors; municipal mayors; 
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bureau directors; regional directors; clerks of courts; registrars of deeds, other civilian 
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officers in the public service of the government of the Philippines whose appointments are 
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vested in the President and are subject to confirmation by the Commission on Appointments; 
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all other constitutional officers; and notaries public. 
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THE PUNONG BARANGA Y IS AUTHORIZED TO ADMINISTER THE OATH 
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OF OFFICE OF ANY GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL INCLUDING THE PRESIDENT OF 
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THE PHILIPPINES." 
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SECTION 2. All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees, rules and regulations, which 
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are inconsistent with this Act are hereby amended, repealed or modified accordingly. 
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SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen days (15) days after its publication in at least 
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two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. B. No.2413 
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Introduced by Senator Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL IN THE CITY 
OF PASAY TO BE KNOWN AS THE "PASAY CITY NATIONAL SCIENCE 
HIGH SCHOOL" AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In this Scientific Age and highly scientific world, we have no choice but 
to generate among our people, especially the youth, interest in Science and 
Technology. Otherwise, we cannot compete as an economic entity. 
A good and effective way to do this is to make quality science education 
accessible to the Filipino people. One intervention is the creation of National 
Science High Schools like the one this bill proposes to be established in the 
City of Pasay in Metro Manila. 
As state subsidized institutions, National Science High Schools provide 
poor but deserving students, who love and excel in the field of Science and 
Technology, the access to quality science education. This education will be the 
great equalizer for them, raising their and their families' standard of living 
and quality of life. 
And the establishment of a Culture of Science in our country will be the 
great equalizer for us as a Nation. 
The immediate passage of this bill is therefore earnestly requested 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
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S.B.No. ___ _ 
Introduced by Senator Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III 
AN ACT 
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ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL IN THE CITY 
OF P ASAY TO BE KNOWN AS THE "p ASA Y CITY NATIONAL SCIENCE 
HIGH SCHOOL" AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known as the "Pasay City 
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National Science High School Act of 2014." 
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SECTION 2. Establishment of a National High School. There is hereby 
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established, under the supervision of the Department of Education, a national 
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science high school in the City of Pasay to be known as the "Pasay City 
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National Science High School." 
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Appropriations. 
The Secretary of Education shall 
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irrunediately include the operationalization of the Pasay City National Science 
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High School in the Department of Education's program, the funding of which 
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shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
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SECTION 4. Implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue 
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such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of 
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this Act. 
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SECTION 5. Effectivity Clause. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) 
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days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) 
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newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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S. No. 2278 
(In substitution of Senate Bill No. 2188) 
Prepared by thc Committee on Agrarian Reform with Senator Honasan II as author thereof 
AN ACT 
MANDATING 
THE 
COMPLETION 
OF 
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LAND 
ACQUISITION 
AND 
DISTRIBUTION (LAD) COMPONENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE AGRARIAN 
REFORM PROGRAM (CARP) BY JUNE 30, 2016 PURSUANT TO REPUBLIC ACT 
NO. 6657, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 
THE "COMPREHENSIVE AGRARIAN 
REFORM LAW", AS AMENDED 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION L The land acquisition and distribution component of the comprehensive 
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agrarian reform program shall be completed by June 30, 2016; 
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SEC. 2. Section 30 of Republic Act No. 9700 is hereby amended to read as follows: 
"Section 30. ISSUANCE OF NOTICES OF COVERAGE, ACCEPTANCE 
OF VOLUNTARY OFFER TO SELL AND Resolution of CaseS ANDIOR 
PROCEEDINGS-
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NO. 6657, AS AMENDED UNTIL JUNE 30, 2016. SUCH ISSUANCE OF NOTICE 
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OF COVERAGE OR ACCEPTANCE OF VOLUNTARY OFFER TO SELL 
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STARTS THE PROCEEDINGS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 
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PROVISIONS OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6657, AS AMENDED. 
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Any case andlor proceeding, AS INITIATED BY THE ISSUANCE OF A 
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NOTICE OF COVERAGE OR ACCEPTANCE OF A VOLUNTARY OFFER TO 
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SELL, involving the implementation of the provisions of Republic Act No. 6657, as 
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amended, which may remain pending on June 30, ;w+4 2016 shall be allowed to proceed 
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to its tinality and be executed even beyond such date." 
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SEC. 3. The funding source provided under Section 21 of Republic Act No. 9700 shall 
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further be utilized from the etTectivity of this Act until the complete acquisition and distribution 
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of all agricultural lands covered by the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP). 
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Provided, That after the completion of the land acquisition and distribution component of the 
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CARP, the yearly appropriation shall be allocated fully to support services, agrarian justice 
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delivery and operational requirements of the DAR and the other CARP implementing agencies. 
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SEC. 4. Repealing Clause. - All other laws, decrees, executive orders, issuances, rules 
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and regulations, or pmis thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or amended 
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accordingly. 
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SEC. 5. Separability Clause. - If, for any reason, any section or provision of this Act is 
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declared unconstitutional or invalid, the other sections or provisions not affected thereby shall 
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remain in full force and effect. 
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SEC. 6. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect on July I, 2014 after its 
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publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
SECOND-REGULAR sEssioN 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 2402 
Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
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AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE UPGRADE AND MODERNIZATION AS WELL 
AS INCREASING THE BED CAPACITY OF THE SEVERO VERALLO 
MEMORIAL DISTRICT HOSPITAL AT TAYTAYAN, CITY OF BOGO, 
PROVINCE OF CEBU FROM FIFTY (50) TO ONE HUNDRED (100) BED 
CAPACITY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Health is a shared responsibility involving equitable access to essential care and 
collective defense against transnational threats. 
As part of the advocacy of attaining the highest level of health service to all its 
constituents, by providing an effective and high-quality medical care and services is a principal 
duty of the state. 
The Severo Memorial District Hospital may obtain its advancement from a primary to 
secondary health institution through modernization and upgrading of fifty (50) into one hundred 
(lOO)-bed capacity hospital. Further enhancement of its infrastructure as well as medical 
equipment will greatly contribute in providing better and efficient service to the people in the 
locality. 
Thus, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
SECOND REGULAR SESSION 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 2402 
Introduced by: SEN. RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR. 
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AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE UPGRADE AND MODERNIZATION AS WELL 
AS INCREASINQ THE BED CAPACITY OF THE SEVERO VERALLO 
MEMORIAL DISTRICT HOSPITAL AT TAYTAYAN, CITY OF BOGO, 
PROVINCE OF CEBU FROM FIFTY (50) TO ONE HUNDRED (100) BED 
CAPACITY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
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SEC 1. The Severo Verallo Memorial District Hospital in Taytayan, City ofBogo, 
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secondary hospital into one hundred (100)-bed capacity which shall be under the direct 
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teclmical operation and administration of the Department of Health. 
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SEC. 2. The Department of Health shall issue and promulgate such rules and 
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regulations as deemed necessary for the evaluation, approval and implementation of 
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this Act. 
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SEC. 3. The Secretary of Health shall immediately include in the Department's 
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programs the operationalization of the Severo Verallo Memorial District Hospital, the 
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funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
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the Severo Vera1lo Memorial District Hospital until such time that its full funding is 
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included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
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SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a 
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newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved.
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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
S.B. No. 2386 
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Introduced by Sen. Manuel "Lito" M. Lapid 
AN ACT 
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DECLARING OCTOBER 31 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PORAC, PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY TO BE KNOWN AS 
"PORAC DAY" 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Porac is a first-class municipality in the province of Pampanga with a population 
of 111,441 people based on the 2010 census. It was founded on October 31, 1594, upon 
the acceptance of Fray Mateo de Peralta in the Friar's Intermediate Chapter. He then 
organized the native Negritoes from various rancherias ar settlements into a single town 
that in time developed as Pampanga's largest town. 
The name of the town is derived from the ward "Purae", the name of the tree 
that grew in abundance encountered by the first settlers of the area. 
This bill seeks to declare the 31" of October of every year as a special non-
working holiday in Parac, Pampanga to commemorate its founding anniversary, which 
shall be known as "Parae Day". 
In view of the foregoing, early passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
.:L2iro" M. LA,? 
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Senator 


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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
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S.B. No. 2386 
Introduced by Sen. Manuel "Lito" M. Lapid 
AN ACT 
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DECLARING OCTOBER 31 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PORAe, PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY TO BE KNOWN AS 
"PORAC DAY" 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
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SECTION 1. October 31 of every year is declared a special non-working holiday 
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in the Municipality of Porac, Pampanga in commemoration of its founding anniversary 
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to be known as "Porac Day". 
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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 in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second RegulaI' Session 
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SENATE 
S. B. No. 
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Introduced by Senator TEOFISTO "TG" GUINGONA HI 
AN ACT EXTENDING THE DEADLINE TO FILE CLAIMS UNDER THE HUMAN 
RIGHTS VICTIMS REPARATION AND RECOGNITION ACT OF 2013 OR REPUBLIC 
ACT NO. 10368 
EXPLANATORV NOTE 
The State values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human 
rights (Art. n, Sec. 11 of the 1987 Constitution). This is not simply an empty declaration but a 
promise that we have chosen (0 operationalize through Republic Act No. J 0368 or the Human 
Rights Victims Reparation. and Recognition Act of2013. 
As ofSeplember 2014, the Human Rights Victims' Claims Board (HRVCB) has received 
over 17.000 claims under the said law. Many of these claims have already been processed and 
awards have been granted to deserving applicants. 
Unfortunately. many more are stl1l coming to file claims. In spite of the best efforts of the 
HRVCB in reaching out to communities and persons all ovcr the counl1y and even to Filipinos 
now living abroad, much more work has to be done if we are (0 give a measure of justice to all 
deserving claimants. 
Keenly aware that the original deadline of November 10, 2014 is fast approaching, it is 
clear that the entire operation will take more time than originally anticipated. 
Hence, there is a need to Ille this bill to extcnd the deadline for another two (2) years in 
order to give the victims more time to prepare and complete their claIms and for the HRVCE to 
compiete i lS work. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate enactment ofthis 
sought. 
G" GUlNGONA III 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
Senate Bill N2 418 
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AN ACT EXTENDJNG THE DEADLINE TO FILE CLAIMS UNDER THE HUMAN 
RIGHTS VICTIMS REPARATION AND RECOGNITION ACT OF 2013 OR REPUBLIC 
ACT NO. 10368 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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Section 1. Extension of Deadline to File Claims. - The existence of the Human Rights Victims' 
2 
Claims Board (HRVCB) under Republic Act No. 10368 shall be extended for two (2) years in 
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order for it to complete its mandate. 
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The original period for Human Rights Violations Victims (HRVV) to file claims with the 
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HRVCB is likewise extended for two (2) years. 
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Section 2. Amendment of Related Laws. - All relevant laws, rules and issuances are, hereby, 
9 
. amended accordingly 
10 
11 
Section 3. Budget. The HRVCB shall be provided with adequate funds to properly fulfill its 
12 
mandate. 
13 
14 
Section 4. Effectivity. This law shall take effect after publication in the Official Gazette and two 
15 
(2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Third Regular Session 
SENATE 
S.B. No. 2933 
) 
) 
) 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
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RENAMING THE BINAKAYAN DIVERSION ROAD LOCATED IN THE 
MUNICIPALITY OF KAWIT, PROVINCE OF CAVITE AS ISLAND COVE DRIVE 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In the Municipality of Kawit, Province of Cavite, a 12-hectare island resort is 
located. The Island Cove Resort and Leisure Park gives pride to the province as it offers 
complete experience of relaxation and leisure that is very accessible from the 
metropolis. 
The park is built with a swim and Splash Park, a wildlife sanctuary, dining 
establishments, health and recreation facilities and meetings and events venues. Truly, 
it offers an all-inclusive experience for people of all ages. 
This bill seeks to rename the Binakayan Diversion Road, which traverses the 
Island Cove Resort and Leisure Park, as the Island Cove Drive. This will make 
identification to the site easy and make affinity to the resort more recognized. 
Approval of this bill is fervently sought. 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Third Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENATZ933 
S.B. No. ----'-'--_ 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
'1') 
SEP -7 P2 :10 
RENAMING THE BINAKAYAN DIVERSION ROAD LOCATED IN THE 
MUNICIPALITY OF KAWIT, PROVINCE OF CAVITE AS ISLAND COVE DRIVE 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
1 
SECTION 1. The Binakayan Diversion Road located in the Municipality of Kawit, 
2 
Province of Cavite is renamed as Island Cove Drive. 
3 
4 
Section 2. The Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue the 
5 
necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provision of this Act. 
6 
7 
Section 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
8 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved.
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
Second Regnlar Session 
) 
SE NATE 
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S. B. NO. 2.3.96 
Introduced by Senator Maria Lourdes Nancy S. Binay 
~rtwtr 
'.H.;, "f HI' ~.tTttot~ 
SEP -8 P6:11 
AN ACT GRANTING TAX RELIEF TO WOMEN WHO ARE VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE 
AND ABUSE 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill proposes to ease the financial burden of women who are victims of violence and 
abuse, by granting tax relief in the form of exemption from payment of income tax during the 
pendency of proceedings, whether judicial or administrative, involving the protection of their 
rights under applicable law. Thus, victims of violence and abuse are given the opportunity to 
utilize their financial resources to re-build their lives. 
This bill recognizes that granting tax reliefto vulnerable members of our society is vital. This 
is in furtherance of the government's mandate to protect the people through providing full 
assistance to rehabilitation efforts of women victims of violence and abuse. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly recommended. 
DES NANCY S. BINAY 
Senator 


.. '. 
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regnlar Session 
SEN A l.E 
S.B.NO.~96 
) 
) 
) 
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SEP -8 P6 :11 
RE('EIVEO BY: Y 
Introdnced by Senator Maria Lonrdes Nancy S. Binay 
V 
1 
AN ACT GRANTING TAX RELIEF TO WOMEN WHO ARE VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE 
2 
AND ABUSE 
3 
4 
Be It enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
5 
assembled: 
. 
6 
7 
SECTION 1. Title. This Act shall be known as "Tax Incentive Act of Victims of Violence and 
8 
Abuse." 
9 
10 
SECTION 2. Incentives. The income, allowances and other benefits granted to women who 
11 
are victims of violence and abuse on account of their employment, profession, occupation, or 
12 
work shall be exempt from income tax under Republic Act No. 8424, otherwise known as the 
13 
Tax Reform Act of 1997 during the pendency of proceedings of whatever nature, whether 
14 
administrative or judicial, arising out of circumstances related to the violence or abuse. 
15 
16 
SECTION 3. Implementation. The Bureau of Internal Revenue, in consultation with all 
17 
relevant government agencies shall issue implementing rules and regulations within ninety 
18 
(90) days from effectivity date hereof, and such other rules and regulations as may be 
19 
necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act. 
20 
21 
SECTION 4. Separability Clause. If any portion or provision of this Act is declared void and 
22 
unconstitutional, the remaining portions or provisions hereof shall not be affected by such 
23 
declaration. 
24 
25 
SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations, other 
26 
issuances, or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or 
27 
modified accordingly. 
28 
29 
SECTION 6. Effectivity Clause. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete 
30 
publication in at least two (2) national newspapers of general circulation. 
31 
32 
Approved, 
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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
) 
) 
) 
S. B. No. 
2809 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
AN ACT 
'is JUN-8 P4:18 
AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, ALSO KNOWN AS 
THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, ARTICLE 18 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Executive Order No. 209 or the Family Code of the Philippines, Article 18, 
provides: 
ARTICLE 18. In case of any impediment known to the local civil 
registrar or brought to his attention, he shall note down the particulars 
thereof and his findings thereon in the application for marriage license, but 
shall nonetheless issue said license after the completion of the period of 
publication, unless ordered otherwise by a competent court at his own 
instance or that of any interested party. No filing fee shall be charged for 
the petition nor a corresponding bond required for the issuance of the order. 
The provision mandates the local civil registrar to note down his findings that an 
impediment to the marriage exists in the application for the marriage license. However, 
the law does not provide for the attachment of the application when the license is issued. 
As a result, marriages to which there is an impediment may be solemnized. 
This bill seeks to prevent a situation wherein the solenmizing officer celebrates the 
marriage event with the existence of an impediment that renders the marriage void. l 
1 This bill was originally filed during the Thirteenth Congress, First Regular Session. 
1 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
SENATE 
) 
) 
) 
S. B. No. 
2809 
Introduced by Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago 
AN ACT 
AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, ALSO KNOWN AS 
THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, ARTICLE 18 
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JUN -8 P4 :18 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
1 
SECTION 1. The Family Code, Article 18 is hereby amended to read as follows: 
2 
ARTICLE 18. In case of any impediment known to the local civil 
3 
registrar or brought to his attention, he shall note down the particulars 
4 
thereof and his findings thereon in the application for marriage license, but 
5 
shall nonetheless issue said license WITH THE CORRESPONDING 
6 
APPLICATION ATTACHED after the completion of the period of 
7 
publication, unless ordered otherwise by a competent court at his own 
8 
instance or that of any interested party. 
No filing fee shall be charged 
9 
for the petition nor a corresponding bond required for the issuance of the 
10 
order. 
11 
SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders, and issuances, or 
12 
portions thereof, which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, are hereby 
13 
repealed, amended or modified accordingly. 
14 
SECTION 3. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after 
15 
its publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
IdpmMay2015 
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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENAT~ 
S.B. No. 
~606 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
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FEB -2 P5 :32 
IUTITVElJ BY:-ff~ 
DECLARING JANUARY TWENTY-TWO OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL 
WORKING HOLIDAY TO BE KNOWN AS NATIONAL FARMER'S DAY 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
On January 22, 1987, thirteen (13) farmers died at a violent dispersal of a 
farmers' march perpetrated by state forces in Mendiola Street, San Miguel, Manila. This 
incident was later referred to as the Mendiola massacre, also called Black Thursday by 
some Filipino journalists. 
The march was organized by different farmer groups, and their supporters, to 
demand fulfilment of the promises made by then President Cory Aquino regarding land 
reform and the distribution of lands at no cost to the beneficiaries. 
Nearly 30 years after, people may have forgotten what has happened on that 
fateful day. This proposed measure seeks not only to remind the nation of that tragic 
incident which undeniably became a chapter in our country's history, but more 
especially to honor the heroism of peasants whose lives were deliberately taken for the 
measly reason of struggling for genuine agrarian reform which no less than the 
Constitution assures them. Furthermore, this bill seeks to recognize and appreciate the 
vital role that farmers play in achieving a just, prosperous and democratic society. 
In this regard, passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENATe.. 
S.B. No. 
~606 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
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FEB -2 P5 :32 
DECLARING JANUARY TWENTY-TWO OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL 
WORKING HOLIDAY TO BE KNOWN AS NATIONAL FARMER'S DAY 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Congress assembled: 
1 
SECTION 1. The twenty-second day of January of every year is hereby declared 
2 
as a special working holiday to be known as "National Farmers' Day". 
3 
4 
SECTION 2. To ensure meaningful observance of the holiday as herein declared, 
:; 
all heads of government agencies and instrumentalities, including government-owned 
6 
and controlled corporations especially those that are dealing directly with the farmers as 
7 
well as local government units, and employers in the private sector shall encourage and 
8 
afford sufficient time and opportunities for their employees to engage and participate in 
9 
any activity conducted within their premises of their respective offices or establishments 
10 
in support and sympathy to farmers across the country to celebrate "National Farmers' 
11 
Day." 
12 
13 
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
14 
Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
15 
Approved,
lI\~publir of tbe ~bilippine« 
~el!ate, ~a%a)' <!Cit)' 
~£nfftor ;lil!lirifflll J)efensor ~antiffgo 
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FEB -4 P 3 :52 
Chair, Committctt on Constitutional Amendments, Revision of Codes allq Laws, Joint Congressional Oversight Committee on Automated Election 
System, Joint Congressional Oversight Committee on the Overseas Absent~e Voting Act; Member, Commission on Appointments, Joint Congressional 
Power Commission, Special Oversight Committee on Economic Affairs, Oversight Committee on Public Expenditures 
• 
Dir. Ma. Antoniette Aristoza 
Bills and Index Service 
Senate of the Philippines 
Dear Dir. Aristoza, 
HECE1\ j,>," tj'y 
. 3 February 2014 
This is to respectfully inform you that Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago is 
withdrawing SBN 2053 entitled "AN. ACT AN ACT MANDATING THE 
INCLUSION OF 
PICTORIAL I-IEAL TH WARNINGS 
ON TOBACCO 
PRODUCTS AND PROVIDING PENAL TIES FOR ITS VIOLATION." 
We are.,filing another bill on the same subject matter but with different 
content. 
Thank you very much. 
Sincerely, 
( 
~illa 
Chief of Staff 
Mam: 4/F Nursan I3lg., 3 West FOUlth St, West Triangle, Quezon City 
Telephones 372-4573, 371-9156, 411-4380 * Fax 376·5936 
Senate' Room 521~A, Senate of the Philippines, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 
Telephones 552-6693 '552-6601 (0 80 loc. 5561, 5562, 5563 'Fax 552-6692 
Email: miriam@miriam.com.ph 
>I< Website: Mvw.miriam.com.ph
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
) 
) 
) 
Senate Bill No._2_0_3_3 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
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(]£C 11 P 2 :45 
Graft and corruption is one of the most pervasive problems in the country 
today. Cases show that persons, particularly government officials, who may be 
held liable for graft or corruption under Republic Act 3019 (otherwise known Anti-
Graft and Corrupt Practices Act) commit the same during the time of their 
incumbency or at a time when they still have "strong connections"· in government. 
Usually, concerned citizens or the proper government agency only muster the 
courage to file a case or discover such irregularity after a change in government 
administration. Prior to the filing of a ease, in-depth investigations or evidence 
gathering are required to build an airtight case. However, by the time a case is 
about to be initiated against such erring government official, the crime is about to 
prescribe. 
Section 11 of R.A. 3019 provides that offenses punishable under said law 
shall prescribed in fifteen (15) years. This bill seeks to amend this provision by 
increasing the prescriptive period to thirty (30). With the passage of this bill, it is 
hoped that government scalawags would not be able to eXCUlpate from their 
criminal liability just because of a technicality, i.e. prescription of the offense. 
In the light of the foregoing considerations, immediate passage of this bill 
is urgently requested. 
OY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
Senator 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
) 
) 
) 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 0 3 3 
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INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
AMENDING 
SECTION 
11 
OF 
REPUBLIC 
ACT 
NUMBERED 
3019, 
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "ANTI-GRAFT AND CORRUPT PRACTICES 
ACT", BY INCREASING THE PRESCRIPTIVE PERIOD FOR ITS VIOLATION 
FROM FIFTEEN (15) YEARS TO THIRTY (30) YEARS AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Section 11 Republic Act No. 3019 (otherwise known as the 
Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act), is nereby amended to read as follows: 
"Sec. 11. Prescription of offenses - All offenses punishable 
under this Act under prescribe in [fifteen] THIRTY YEARS". 
SEC 2. 
Repealing Clause. All laws, decrees, ordinances, rules and 
regulations, executive or administrative orders, and other presidential issuance 
inconsistent with this Act, are hereby repealed, amended or modified. 
SEC 3. 
Effectivity. 
This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days 
following its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Third Regular Session 
SENATE 
) 
) 
) 
S.B. No. 
2934 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
'15 SEP-7 P2:11 
GRANTING PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS FREE ADMISSION TO 
ALL PUBLIC MUSEUMS AND NATIONAL HISTORICAL SHRINES AND 
LANDMARKS 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
As Dr. Jose Rizal has put it, "the youth is the hope of our future." As such, we 
must inculcate in them the lessons and the richness of our nation. We must empower 
them to become more than proud of our country's history and our resources. By doing 
these, we are banking for our future since the youth will become the leaders in the time 
to come. 
This proposed measure seeks to grant free access to public museums and 
national historical shrines and landmarks to public elementary school students. 
Museums, shrines, and landmarks are our depOSitory of artefacts and memoriams from 
our past. 
Most public elementary school students face financial problems due to a 
number of reasons. Thus, free access for them to these spots will make educational 
tours more meaningful and worth-having. 
Let us promote education and patriotism by granting public elementary school 
students free admission to all public museums and national historical shrines and 
landmarks. Thus, passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Third Regular Session 
SENATJ: 
S.B. No. 
~934 
) 
) 
) 
Introduced by Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. 
AN ACT 
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SEP -7 P 2 :11 
GRANTING PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS FREE ADMISSION TO 
ALL PUBLIC MUSEUMS AND NATIONAL HISTORICAL SHRINES AND 
LANDMARKS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
1 
SECTION 1. All public elementary school students are hereby granted free 
2 
admission to all public museums and national historical shrines and landmarks, subject 
3 
to capacity and availability as determined by the National Museum or the National 
4 
Historical Commission of the Philippines. 
5 
6 
Section 2. Within ninety (90) days from the approval of this Act, the National 
7 
Museum and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, in coordination with 
8 
the Department of Education, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for 
9 
the effective implementation of this Act. 
10 
11 
Section 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
12 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved.
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
) 
'13 
(]£C 11 P 2 :46 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2035 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
In 1990, RA No. 6948 entitled "An Act Standardizing And Upgrading The 
Benefits For Military Veterans And Their Dependents" was enacted to provide for 
an updated and rationalized benefits system for our war veterans. Thousands of 
veterans and their dependents benefited from this law which put into flesh the 
constitutional mandate that "The State shall provide immediate and adequate 
care, benefits, and other forms of assistance to war veterans and veterans of 
military campaigns, their surviving spouses and orphans." (Section 7, Article 15, 
1987 Constitution). 
In 1994, R.A. No. 7696 was signed into law amending the original law, 
providing for administrative total disability pension which is given' to all veterans 
upon reaching 70 years old regardless of whether they are actually disabled, 
totally of partially. The amount to be given was P1,700 plus P500.00 for the 
spouse and each unmarried minor children. 
While obviously laudable, this benefit was never actually funded by 
Congress mainly because the executive department never included it in its 
annual budget submissions to Congress. This proposed bill seeks to stop the 
bleeding, so to speak, by deleting the provision which mandates the aforesaid 
administrative total disability pension. The bill is prospective, not retroactive, in its 
effectivity. This.means that those who have been entitled to this benefit have 
acquired a vested right and it shall not be taken away by this bill. However, those 
who have not reached 70 years old upon its effectivity shall not anymore be 
entitled to this benefit. 
In view of the foregoing, passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
Senator 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC) 
OF THE PHILIPPINES 
) 
First Regular Session 
) 
'13 
DEC 11 
P2 :46 
SENATE 
Senate Bill No. 2 035 
INTRODUCED BY SEN. JINGGOY EJERCITO ESTRADA 
AN ACT 
FURTHER AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6948 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 
"AN ACT STANDARDIZING AND UPGRADING THE BENEFITS FOR 
MILITARY VETERANS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS," AS AMENDED 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Paragraph (h) of Section 5 is hereby amended to read 
follows: 
"Section 5. Pension Rates. - x x x 
(a) x x x 
(b) x x x 
(c) x x x 
(d) x x x 
(e) x x x 
(f) x x x 
(g) x x x 
(h) If and While the disability is [total or] rated ANYWHERE FROM 
NINETY-ONE TO one hundred per centum (91%-100%), the monthly 
pension shall be [One thousand one hundred twenty-five pesos 
(P1,125.00)] 
ONE 
THOUSAND 
SEVEN 
HUNDRED 
PESOS 
(P1,700.00) plus [One hundred fifty pesos (P150.00)] FIVE HUNDRED 
PESOS (P500.00) each for the spouse and unmarried minor children. 
SEC. 2. Repealing Clause. - All other laws, rules, regulations, orders, 
circulars and memoranda inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or 
modified accordingly. 
SEC. 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately upon 
approval. 
Approved,
• 
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
S.B. No. 2221 
Introduced by Senator LOREN LEGARDA 
AN ACT 
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MAY 12 P 5 :58 
DECLARING JULY 27 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY 
IN OBSERVANCE OF THE FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE IGLESIA NI 
CRISTO 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Section 5, Article 3 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, also known as the Bill of 
Rights, recognizes the "free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and 
worship." 
The Iglesia ni Cristo was founded in the Philippines by Felix Ysagun Manalo and 
was registered by the Philippine government on July 27, 1914. From its first local 
congregation in Punta, Santa Ana, the Church has expanded to more than 5000 
congregations in 100 countries and territories. 
This bill seeks to recognize the immeasurable contribution of the Iglesia ni Cristo 
to Philippine society by declaring July 27 of every year as a special non-working 
holiday throughout the Philippines. 
In view of the foregoing considerations, the passage of this bill is earnestly 
sought. 
~ LORENtEGARDA 
Senator 


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
SENATE 
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I\JIY 12 PS :58 
. 
S. B. No. 2221 
RECEIVED By:----f-
Introduced by Senator Loren Legarda 
AN ACT 
DECLARING JULY 27 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAY 
IN OBSERVANCE OF THE FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE IGLESIA NI 
CRISTO 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in the 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Recognizing the immeasurable contribution of the Iglesia ni Cristo 
in our country, July 27 of every year is hereby declared a special non-working holiday 
in honor of the congregations founding anniversary. 
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) calendar days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
Approved, 
1