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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE    ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES      ) 
Second Regular Session      
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
H.B. NO. _____ 
INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE EMMARIE “LOLYPOP” OUANO-
DIZON 
AN ACT  
REQUIRING A BASIC FIRST AID TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL OF 
TOURISM ENTERPRISES, TOURISM-ORIENTED NON-GOVERNMENT 
ORGANIZATIONS AND PEOPLE’S ORGANIZATIONS, AND 
INDIVIDUAL PROVIDERS OF TOURISM-RELATED SERVICES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Republic Act No. 9993, otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009” 
provides that the “State declares tourism as an indispensable element of the national 
economy and an industry of national interest and importance, which must be 
harnessed as an engine of socio-economic growth and cultural affirmation to 
generate investment, foreign exchange and employment, and to continue to mold an 
enhanced sense of national pride for all Filipinos”.  
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, Tourism contributed around 
6.2% to the country’s Gross Domestic Product in 2022. The Tourism Direct Gross 
Value Added (TDGVA), which is the gross value added generated by the tourism 
industries of the economy that directly serve both inbound and domestic visitors in 
the country, amounted to P1.38 Trillion in 2022, higher by 36.9% compared to P1 
Trillion in 2021. Records show that the TDGVA has been steadily rising after the 
onslaught of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. From 5.1% in 2020, 5.2% in 2021, to 
6.2% in 2022, although still much lower than pre-pandemic, the steady rise signifies 
the importance of the tourism industry in our economy.  
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Given the vast coverage of tourism and its important role in our society, it is 
but proper to ensure the safety, not only of the tourists, but of all stakeholders. Those 
people who are at the forefront of this industry should, therefore, be equipped with 
first aid skills that they can use in any circumstances anywhere they need it. 
 
 
This bill requires personnel of tourism enterprises and tourism-oriented 
NGOs, People’s Organizations, and individual providers of tourism-related services 
to undergo basic first aid training from the Philippine Red Cross or other reputable 
training institutions. It also directs the local government units to ensure that the 
above-mentioned organizations are equipped with first aid kits. 
 
Hence, the early approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EMMARIE “LOLYPOP” OUANO-DIZON 
 
 


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. _____ 
INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE EMMARIE “LOLYPOP” OUANO-
DIZON 
AN ACT 
REQUIRING A BASIC FIRST AID TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL OF 
TOURISM ENTERPRISES, TOURISM-ORIENTED NON-GOVERNMENT 
ORGANIZATIONS AND PEOPLE’S ORGANIZATIONS, AND 
INDIVIDUAL PROVIDERS OF TOURISM-RELATED SERVICES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
Section 1. The State recognizes tourism as an indispensable element of the national 
economy and an industry of national interest and importance. Towards this end, the 
State, shall develop the necessary human resources that shall advance sustainable 
tourism and the safety of tourists in the country. The State shall ensure that personnel 
providing tourism service be equipped with the necessary skills and training to 
achieve these objectives. 
Section 2. Personnel of tourism enterprises and tourism-oriented NGOs and 
People’s Organizations, as well as individual providers of tourism-related services 
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are required to undergo basic first aid training provided by the Philippine Red Cross 
or other reputable institutions offering such training. The Professional Regulation 
Commission and such other training institutions shall issue the appropriate training 
certification for this purpose. 
 
 
As a requirement for the renewal of their business permits, all tourism 
enterprises shall submit to the concerned local government units (LGUs), a sworn 
statement attesting that their personnel have undergone such training, attaching the 
copies of the individual training certificates thereto. 
 
 
All tourism enterprises, tourism-oriented NGOs, and People’s Organizations 
shall be equipped with first aid kits. 
 
Section 3. The concerned LGUs shall ensure that tourism enterprises and tourism-
oriented NGOs and People’s Organizations are equipped with first aid kits. A 
periodic inspection for this purpose shall be conducted by the concerned LGUs. The 
concerned LGUs shall register and maintain a roster of personnel of tourism 
enterprises and tourism-oriented organizations. It shall likewise coordinate with the 
Professional Regulation Commission or other accredited and reputable training 
institutions providing first aid training for these personnel. 
 
Section 4. Within ninety (90) days from the effectivity of this Act, the Department 
of Tourism, in coordination with concerned agencies of the government, shall 
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the proper implementation of this 
Act.  
 
Section 5. Separability Clause. – If, for any reason any part or provision of this Act 
is declared invalid and unconstitutional, the remaining parts or provisions not 
affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect. 
 
Section 6. Repealing Clause. – All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, rules 
and regulations contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby 
repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
Section 7. Effectivity. – The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
Approved,