NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
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RtCEiVCD BV:
Introduced by Senator MARK A. VILLAR
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A COMPREHENSIVE PHILIPPINE CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC 
INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, PROMOTING FILIPINO ARTISTRY AND 
TALENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Constitution provides that the State shall give priority to education, science 
and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster patriotism and nationalism, 
accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and development.
Art tells our Filipino story. It reflects our beliefs, values, and identity. It allows 
future generations to appreciate further the Filipino history.
Art is a shared experience. It makes us come together and keeps us connected.
Art is communication. It is a medium of sharing thoughts, ideas, and 
imaginations that is unfathomable in other way.
This bill aims to showcase and celebrate the richness of Filipino arts and culture 
through creation and establishment of a Philippine Cultural and Artistic Infrastructure 
Program. This initiative shall ensure the construction, renovation, and preservation of 
areas that foster and cultivate Art such as our national galleries, cultural centers, and 
concert venues.
With this in mind, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
MARK A. VILLAR


NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE
s. No. 2124
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23 MAY “3 PI 36
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Introduced by Senator MARK A. VILLAR
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A COMPREHENSIVE PHILIPPINE CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC 
INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, PROMOTING FILIPINO ARTISTRY AND 
TALENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Declaration of Policy - The State recognizes the importance of
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promoting and preserving Filipino artistry and talent. It is the policy of the State to
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support the arts and culture through the establishment and maintenance of art
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galleries, cultural centers, and concert venues.
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Sec. 2. Objectives - The objectives of this Act shall include:
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1. To showcase and celebrate the diversity and richness of Filipino culture and
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heritage;
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2. To encourage public appreciation and support for Filipino arts and culture;
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3. Facilitate opportunities for Filipino artists to gain exposure and recognition;
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and
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4. Stimulate the growth of the local creative and cultural industries.
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Sec. 3. Creation and Establishment of a Philippine Cultural and Artistic
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Infrastructure Program - There Is hereby created a comprehensive infrastructure
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program to be known as the Philippine Cultural and Artistic Infrastructure Program
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(PCAIP), which shall be crafted by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts
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(NCCA), the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), and the Department
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of Tourism (DOT).


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Sec. 4. The Philippine Cultural and Artistic Infrastructure Program - The PCAIP
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shall have the following priorities:
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1. National Art Galleries - The construction and renovation of national art
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galleries shall be prioritized In various regions across the country. These galleries shall
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exhibit works of Filipino artists, host workshops, and serve as platforms for
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collaborative opportunities;
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2. Cultural Centers - The establishment, expansion, and upgrade of cultural
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centers In all provinces and major cities shall be essential to the PCAIP. These centers
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shall promote Filipino arts and culture, provide educational programs, celebrate
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indigenous and contemporary works, and provide research and documentation
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services; and
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3. Concert Venues - The development and enhancement of concert venues
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across the country shall cater to music and performing arts events. Concert venues
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will accommodate various types and sizes of performances, showcasing local and
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international Filipino talents.
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Sec. 5. Funding - Funds necessary for the Implementation of this Act shall be
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included in the appropriations of the NCCA, the DPWH, and the DOT, under the
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General Appropriations Act.
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Sec. 6. Implementing Rules and Regulations - Within ninety (90) days from the
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effectivity of this Act, the NCCA, in coordination with the DPWFI, the DOT and other
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relevant government agencies, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations
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for the proper implementation of this Act.
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Sec. 7. Separability Clause. - If any portion or provision of this Act is
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subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional, other provisions hereof which are
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not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.
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Sec. 8. Repealing Clause. - All other laws, acts, presidential decrees, executive
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orders, presidential proclamations, issuances, rules and regulations, or parts thereof
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which are contrary to or Inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby
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repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 9. Effectivity. - This Act take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication
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in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.


Approved,