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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: REP. FERJENEL G. BIRON, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING OCTOBER 28 OF EVERY YEAR A NON-WORKING
DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DINGLE, ILOILO TO
COMMEMORATE THE “CRY OF LINCUD” THE FIRST DECLARATION
OF REVOLUTION AGAINST SPAIN IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOILO
AND THE ISLAND OF PANAY

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare October 28 of every year a non-working day in the Municipality
of Dingle, Province of Iloilo in commemoration of the “Cry of Lincud”, the first declaration of
revolution against Spain in the Province of Iloilo and the Island of Panay

The “Cry of Lincud” according to historians happened in the early morning of October
28, 1898 in Barrio Lincud, a barrio at the foot of Bulabog Mountains, wherein a young officer of
the Ejercito Libertador or the Revolucionarios, Colonel Adriano D. Hemandez, his brother Julio,
his cousin Estafano D. Muyco, Francisco and Quintin Salas together with six hundred men tore
their cedulas and declared a revolution against Spain.

‘The Municipality of Dingle commemorates this historical event every 28" of October of
every year with fiesta-like atmosphere and the town folks joining the celebration. It is
noteworthy that the National Historical Institute has recognized General Adriano D. Hernandez
as a hero of the 1898 Philippine Revolution and has unveiled a historical marker for the “cry of
Lincud” at Barangay Lincud on September 8, 2008

Thus, passage of this bill is earnestly requested

4" District, Hoilo

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Seyip, 9
HOUSE BILL NO. .

Introduced by: REP. FERJENEL G. BIRON, M.D.

AN ACT
DECLARING OCTOBER 28 OF EVERY YEAR A NON-WORKING
DAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF DINGLE, ILOILO TO
COMMEMORATE THE “CRY OF LINCUD” THE FIRST DECLARATION
OF REVOLUTION AGAINST SPAIN IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOILO
AND THE ISLAND OF PANAY

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. October 28 of every year is hereby declared to be a non-working day in
the Municipality of Dingle, Province of Iloilo to commemorate the “Cry of Lincud” the first
declaration of revolution against Spain in the Province of Hoilo and the island of Panay

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect upon its approval

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8164

INTRODUCED BY REP. ALLEN JESSE C. MANGAOANG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides that the state shall
promote and protect the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels
and shall take appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. Section
2 (2) of the same Article, likewise mandates the State to establish and
maintain a system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

Mountain Province is among the least privileged areas in the country in terms
of accessibility to education considering its geographic terrain. Children who
are very interested to attend a formal school sometimes have to walk long
distances by climbing mountains and even cross rivers or creeks just to attend
their classes.

Barangay Bacarri has several sitios which are located at far distances from
each other. The sitios of Dabburab, Camuan, Makilo, Danggason, and
Pandan, the feeder sitios of the proposed school are located invariably from 5-
10 kilometers from Dalanao Elementary School, the nearest elementary
school in the area. To respond to the increasing number of learners from the
said sitios, Dalanao Elementary School in 2016 provided extension classes
from kindergarten to Grade six at the lot donated by the late Wellie Maclinic in
sitio Dabburab, Bacarri, Paracelis.

The establishment of an elementary school catering to the abovementioned
sitios will definitely help liberate its residents all belonging to Indigenous
Cultural Communities from the shackles of poverty and ignorance.

In view of the foregoing consideration, approval of this measure is urgently
sought.

Mom.
ALLEN JESSE C. M: ;|AOANG.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. pee

AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY
BACARRI, MUNICIPALITY OF PARACELIS, PROVINCE OF MOUNTAIN
PROVINCE TO BE KNOWN AS WELLIE MACLINIC ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

Section 1. Establishment. There shall be established, under the
supervision of the Department of Education, an elementary school at Sitio
Dabburab, Barangay Bacarri, Paracelis, Mountain Province to be known as
Wellie Maclinic Elementary School.

Sec. 2. Implementation. The Department of Education shall issue
such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of
this Act.

Sec. 3. Appropriation. The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department's program the operationalization of the
Wellie Maclinic Elementary School, the funding of which shall be included in
the annual General Appropriations Act.

Sec. 4. Effectivity. This Act shall effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of
general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8372

House Bill No.

Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers

EXPLANATORY NOTE

AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 8 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8189 OR THE
VOTER’S REGISTRATION ACT OF 1996

This bill seeks to amend the period of election registration from 120 days to
one year before a regular election. This is to give the Commission on Elections lead
time to verify if new registrants are legitimate residents of the place where they
propose to vote. This is to also encourage voters to register early.

Article V, Section 1 of the 1987 Constitution provides that “suffrage may be
exercised by all citizens of the Philippines not otherwise disqualified by law, who are
at least eighteen years of age, and who shall have resided in the Philippines for at
least one year and in the place wherein they propose to vote for at least six months
immediately preceding the election.”

The Comelec has always been vulnerable to flying voters or those who are
registered in multiple precincts. This proposed amendment will give Comelec ample
time to conduct house-to-house canvass to determine the existence of these illegal
registrants. And with the help NGOs and civic organizations, t illegal voter-
registrants will be removed from the list of voters to ensure that only qualified and
duly registered voters would vote in their lawful residence. |

In view of the foregoing, immediate approval ofthis bills earnestly sought.
|

HON. ROBERT ACE $ BARBERS
2™ District, Suriao del Norte


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No._8372

Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers

AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 8 REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8189 OR THE VOTER’S
REGISTRATION ACT OF 1996

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Section 8 of Republic Act No. 8189 or the Voters Registration
Act of 1996 is hereby amended to read as follow:

“Sec. 8. System of Continuing Registration of Voters.-— The
personal filing of application of registration of voters shall be
conducted daily in the office of the Election Officer during regular
office hours. No registration shall, however, be conducted [during
the period starting one hundred twenty (120) days] ONE (1) YEAR
before a regular election and [ninety (90) days] SIX (6) MONTHS
before a special election.

SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. — All laws, orders, issuances, circulars, rules
and regulations or parts thereof, which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act
are hereby repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

SECTION 3. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days
after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved.
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8486

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Philippines has a land area of 300,000 km?, 14.12 million of which are classified as
alienable and disposable lands. Despite this, our land resources remain unutilized and so the
problems associated with a surplus of idle lands, such as anemic agricultural productivity and food
insecurity remain a mainstay of our country’s peculiar set of problems.

Owners of these idle lands choose to have their lands as such for two apparent reasons: land
‘speculation and land conversion. They lie in wait for the price of these idle lands to increase
twofold or more. Risk of the usually inclement weather in the Philippines is also a factor considered
by landowners to opt for the residential/commercial uses, rather than farming and similar activities
for the utilization of such lands.

Regardless, idle lands are of no benefit to anyone and since the government cannot coerce
private individuals to make use of such lands for the purposes it sees fit, it must at least use lawful
‘means to extract some benefit from this unproductive practice by imposing greater taxes on idle
lands. This way, Government can secure more resources to spur productivity on sectors and areas

where it can intervene.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

Gary C. Alejano


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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

House Bit No.© 486

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

AN ACT
INCREASING THE TAX ON IDLE LANDS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION
236 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL
GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled,

SECTION 1. Section 236 of Republic Act No. 7160 is hereby amended as follows:

“SEC. 236. Additional Ad Valorem Tax on Idle Lands.—A province or city, of a

municipality within Metropolitan Manila, may levy an annual tax on idle lands at the rate

not exceeding [five] TEN percent [(5%)] (10%) of the assessed value of the property which
shall _be in addition to the basic real property tax.”

SEC. 2. Repealing Clause.—All laws, executive orders, executive issuances, or letters of
instructions, or any part thereof, inconsistent with or contrary to the provisions of this Act, are

hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Effectivity—This Act shall take effect immediately after its publication in at least
two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS ‘e
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Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8894

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INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE ALFRED VARGAS

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to exempt petroleum products from value-added tax
(VAT) as a measure to alleviate the burden of fuel price hikes on the Filipino
people.

The implementation of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion
(TRAIN) Law coinciding with other factors such as the rise of global oil prices
and inflation have resulted to the upsurge of fuel prices thereby diminishing the
purchasing power of the public, especially those who belong to the lowest strata
of our society.

The second tranche of TRAIN imposes an additional P2.24 per liter of
gasoline and diesel, consisting of P2 in excise tax and P0.24 in value-added tax
(VAT). Removing VAT on petroleum products would lighten the burden on the
10 people who are presently saddled by high prices of fuel and other basic
goods and services.

In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

FRED VARGAS



Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 8894

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE ALFRED VARGAS

AN ACT

EXEMPTING PETROLEUM PRODUCTS FROM VALUE-ADDED TAX (VAT),
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 109 OF THE NATIONAL INTERNAL
REVENUE CODE OF 997, AS AMENDED

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled.

Section 1. Section 109 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as
amended, is further amended to read as follows:

“SEC. 109. Exempt Transactions. - (1) Subject to the provisions of
Subsection (2) hereof, the following transactions shall be exempt
from the value-added tax:

XXxX
(2) Sale of gold to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP);

(AA) Sale of drugs and medicines prescribed for diabetes, high
cholesterol, and hypertension beginning January 1, 2019; [and]

(BB) Sale or lease of goods or properties or the performance of
services other the transactions mentioned in the preceding
paragraphs, the gross annual sales and/or receipts do not exceed
the amount of Three million pesos (P3,000,000); AND

(CC) IMPORTATION OR SALE OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS.
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Sec 2. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within thirty (30) days
from the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of Finance shall, upon the
recommendation of the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, promulgate the rules
and regulations necessary for its effective implementation.

Sec. 3. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, rules and regulations
inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or amended
accordingly.


Sec. 4. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after
its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of
general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8185

No.

Introduced by Representatives John Marvin “Yul Servo” Nieto, Edward Vera Perez Maceda, Eric
M. Martinez, Federico II "Ricky" S. Sandoval, Dale "Along" R. Malapitan, Eric Olivarez, and
Emi Calixto-Ru}

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘As a manifestation of support to this timely piece of legislation, this representation respectfully refiles
this bill, which has constantly been receiving support from the past and present (Rep. Rodriguez Jr.'s
HB 7570) Congress.

Our garbage collectors risk their lives on the daily basis. They are exposed to harmful chemicals and
toxins, and to the various hazards that come with the collection of garbage. Their services are seldom
noticed, but itis integral to everyone’s daily lives.

‘Their perseverance in doing what needs to be done has greatly benefited many Filipinos and this
nation. It is only proper and just that they are recognized and affirmed by this House for the services
they provide for the country. The best way to extend gratitude to these hardworking and selfless
employees is to make sure that they are compensated for all the work that they do.

This measure seeks to alleviate the burden of their current working condition by providing a hazard
pay of Two Thousand Pesos (Php 2,000.00) per month to local government employees whose work
‘entails potential risk to their overall health and safety.

In view of the foregoing, the passage of this measure is earnestly sought.

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EMI CALIXTO-RUBIANO



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

8185

House Bill No.
—————

Introduced by Representatives John Marvin “Yul Servo” Nieto, Edward Vera Perez Maceda, Eric
M. Martinez, Federico I "Ricky" S. Sandoval, Dale "Along" R. Malapitan, Eric Olivarez, and
Emi Calixto-Rubiano

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AN ACT
MANDATING LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS TO GRANT HAZARD PAY OF TWO
THOUSAND PESOS (Php 2,000.00) PER MONTH TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
EMPLOYEES WHOSE WORK ENTAILS RISK OR DANGER TO THEIR HEALTH AND
SAFETY

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

Section 1. All local government units are hereby mandated to grant hazard pay amounting to Two
‘Thousand Pesos (Php2,000.00) per month to local government employees whose work entails risk or
danger to their health and safety such as garbage collectors, traffic enforcers and street sweepers.
‘These employees shall be entitled to hazard pay regardless of the status of their employment.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Interior and Local Government shall, within sixty (60) days after the
effectivity of this Act, issue rules and regulations for the implementation of this Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two (2) national
newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8428

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Dangling wires of different cable service companies are not only unsightly. They pose real
and potential threat to life and limb. Electric and cable wires that hang ominously overhead
could cause electrocution or serve as road hazard that can trigger road mishaps.

Hence, cable service companies including electric and telecommuni
duty-bound to calibrate their cable wires so much so that they 7
standards in systematic wire bundling. If only to enforce strict


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bit no, °428

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
MANDATING ALL CABLE SERVICE COMPANIES INCLUDING ELECTRIC AND
TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANIES TO BUNDLE THEIR WIRES IN SUCH MANNER
AS TO PRECLUDE THEM FROM DANGLING MIDAIR AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES
FOR VIOLATION THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Republic of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “National Cable Wire Calibration Act.”

SEC. 2. With the end in view of getting all cable service companies to set a globally
acceptable standard for installing their cable wires throughout the country, all cable service
companies including electric and telecommunications companies shall hereby be mandated
to calibrate their cable wires so that they are systematically bundled and precluded from
hanging ominously overhead

SEC. 3. The National Power Corporation, in cooperation with the National
Telecommunications Commission, shall issue pertinent implementing rules and regulations
to effectively carry out the provisions of this Act.

‘SEC. 4. The amount needed to carry out the provisions of this Act shall be charged
against the 2018 appropriations of the National Power Corporation and the National
Telecommunications Commission. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the
effective implementation of this Act shall be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.

SEC. 5 The competent courts shall determine the appropriate penalties for violations
of the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 6 This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17TH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. #106

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVES MICHAEL L.
ROMERO, ENRICO A. PINEDA, ERICO ARISTOTLE C.
AUMENTADO AND SCOTT DAVIES S. LANETE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Mr. Justin Donta Brownlee was born on April 23, 1988 at
Georgia, United States of America.

Brownlee first introduced himself to Filipinos in the 2016 PBA
Governors Cup, where he led Barangay Ginebra to its first championship
in eight years. The 30 year old Brownlee then, gave the Gin Kings two
more titles in the 2017 Governor's Cup and in the recently-concluded
Commissioner’s Cup where he was also named Best Import.

He has brought enormous pride and joy to the Philippine
Basketball Association (PBA), as well as to all basketball enthusiasts in
the country. Justin Brownlee said he can have a house here just like
Norman Black or other imports who have fallen in love with the Filipinos
and the Philippines.

With a very decorated and illustrious career, he wishes to play for
the Philippine National team, he also wants the Philippines to be his
permanent home.



At present, he continues with his efficient sportive activities and is
socially active through community service. Justin Donta Brownlee is
dependable when it comes to helping Filipinos - a true mark of a Filipino
spirit and Character.

His allegiance in this country is indubitable, his skills and competency in
the field of basketball shall truly complement the entire nation.

Thus, let Congress give to him the privilege of becoming a Filipino citizen.

With the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is most
humbly and earnestly sought.

L a
FRICO“A. [EDA

SCOTT DAVIES S. LANETE M.D.

‘TLE C. AUMENTADO

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

17TH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. B208

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVES MICHAEL L.
ROMERO, ENRICO A. PINEDA, ERICO ARISTOTLE C.
AUMENTADO AND SCOTT DAVIES S. LANETE

AN ACT
GRANTING PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP TO
MR. JUSTIN DONTA BROWNLEE

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representative of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Justin Donta Brownlee is hereby granted Philippine
citizenship with all the rights, privileges and prerogatives appurtenant
thereto.

Upon taking and registration of the oath of allegiance to the
Republic of the Philippines, Justin Donta Brownlee shall enter upon the
full enjoyment of Philippine Citizenship.

SECTION 2. This act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from
publication in the Official Gazette or two (2) newspapers of general

circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESNTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No.__8545

Introduced by AKBAYAN Party List Representative Tomasito S. Villarin

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Republic Act No. 10963 otherwise known as the “Tax Reform Acceleration and
Inclusion (TRAIN)” was approved into law last 19 December 2017 and took effect on
1 January 2018. Since then the efficacy of the said law has been the subject of intense
public debate.

A provision of the TRAIN law which understandably attracts much attention relates
to the excise taxes on petroleum products. Unleaded premium gasoline, liquified
petroleum gas (LPG) and diesel were among the products included in TRAIN’s excise
tax regime. The initial increase on tax imposed on these products already took effect
last 1 January 2018 and various proposals have been made regarding future increases.

TRAIN is perceived to have contributed or caused the skyrocketing of the inflation
rate this year. The Philippine Statistical Authority (PSA) reported that inflation for
September 2018 accelerated to 6.7% from the 6.4 % in August this year. This is a
significant increase in prices of goods compared to the 3% inflation rate in September
2017. Consumers bear the brunt on the continuing increase in the prices of basic
commodities and the poor even more so.

Recent pronouncements by the Executive Department show an openness to suspend
the next TRAIN-mandated excise tax increase for three (3) months. This appears to be
a temporary solution at best.

Thus, this bill seeks to remove unleaded premium gasoline, LPG and diesel from
excise tax regime provided in the TRAIN law so that the January 2019 and January
2020 tax increase schedule will not cover these fuel products permanently.

Accordingly, the swift passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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TOMASITO S. VILLARIN


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8545

Introduced by AKBAYAN Party List Representative Tomasito S. Villarin

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 43 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10963 OTHERWISE KNOWN
AS THE “TAX REFORM FOR ACCELERATION AND INCLUSION (TRAIN)”

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled:

SECTION 1. Section 43 of Republic Act No. 10963 otherwise known as the ‘Tax
Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN)” is hereby modified such that
paragraphs (9, (i) and (j) of Sec. 148 of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC) are
hereby deleted.

SEC. 2. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, rules and regulations, executive
or administrative orders, and such other presidential issuances as are inconsistent
with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended or otherwise
modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect on January 1, 2019 following its
complete publication in the Official Gazette or at least in one (1) newspaper of general
circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8331

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill aims to grant a hazard pay to every bona fide judge of the
Regional Trial Court (RTC).

The Regional Trial Court in next to the Metropolitan Trial Court (MTC),
which is also a lower court under existing law. Much like the judges of
the MTC, judges appointed to the RTC face a great volume of cases,
not only cases brought under the court’s original jurisdiction but also
cases brought on appeal. Thus, judges of the RTC are expected to
work accordingly despite the consequent tremendous stress.
Moreover, they are more exposed to the challenge of having their
decisions appealed, thus putting their capabilities to the test. Indeed, a
great number of the judges are exposed to threats to life and limb,
which in fact resulted to reported deaths. This bill is intended to
recognize their value in promoting justice and the rule of law.

In view of the foregoing, this bill is presented by this humble

representation in recognition of the distinguished work of the judges of
the RTC.

JOH IN/*YUL SERVO” C. NIETO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

Houseibillinomintesa

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

AN ACT
GRANTING DULY APPOINTED JUDGES OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL
COURT AN INCENTIVE REMUNERATION, HEREIN KNOWN AS
HAZARD PAY, EQUIVALENT TO AT LEAST TWENTY PERCENT
(20%) OF THEIR BASIC MONTHLY SALARY, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy. It is hereby declared the policy
of to provide the judges of the Regional Trial Court a special
remuneration in recognition of their diligent work.

SECTION 2. Hazard Pay for Judges of the Metropolitan Trial
Court. An incentive remuneration, herein known as Hazard Pay, shall
be granted to every duly appointed judge of the Regional Trial Court,
equivalent to twenty percent (20%) of his basic monthly standard pay.

SECTION 3. Hazard Pay Not Subject to Tax. The Hazard Pay under
this Act shall not be subject to tax, consistent with the view of
granting incentives to judges of the Regional Trial Court

SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. Any law, presidential decree,
executive order, administrative order or rule contrary to or
inconsistent with this Act is hereby repealed, amended or modified
accordingly.


SECTION 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general
circulation.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

‘SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House BiLL No. 8859

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

There is no contention that one of Metro Manila's biggest problems is the lack of efficient
mass transit system to serve the millions of Filipinos living and working in the area. The
expansion of Metro Manila's transportation system is a critical project to resolve this issue
but will take years to complete.

Empathy of government officials to the plight of ordinary commuters is necessary. This bill
seeks to require government officials who are in charge of transportati

how to solve the problem.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is most eai


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 8859

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

“AN ACT REQUIRING GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS IN CHARGE OF PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION TO RIDE PUBLIC TRANSPORT AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH.”

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Republic of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “ Government Officials Public
Transportation Duty.”

SEC. 2. All government officials from agencies in charge of transportation, such but not
limited to Department of Transportation, Metro “Manila Development Authority, Land
Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board, with the designation of director and
above shall be required to ride public transportation at least once a month.

SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. — All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, or issuances,
or any part thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,
amended, or modified accordingly.

SEC. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or two (2) newspapers of general circulation
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8432

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “yul Servo” C. Nieto

Explanatory Note

As a manifestation of support to this timely piece of legislation, this
representation respectfully refiles this measure, which has constantly been
receiving support from the past and present Congress.

Appropriate recognition and appraisal of the different positions in an
organization or institution is crucial in ensuring excellent performance and long-
term and sustained development. In the context of the education system in the
country, policies aiming to improve the welfare of our dear teachers and other
school personnel should not only be adequate in terms of benefits, it should
also be rational, fair, and inclusive. This representation strongly believes that
appropriate attention should also be given to head teachers. A head teacher is a
job title used by private and boarding schools to designate a position similar to
a school principal. The head teacher is responsible for the school’s
administration on a number of levels, from ensuring designated curriculum is
taught throughout institution to setting and enforcing regulations for conduct.
Moreover, they also work with other teachers and parents to make ensure that
the school maintains disciplined, is faithful to the code of conduct, and
promotes an academically challenging and enabling environment. Head
teachers typically work long and challenging hours in an academic environment.

‘As such, the proposed measure seeks to increase the salary grade of the head
teachers in relation and in proportion to their functions in the academic
institution.

In view of the foregoing reasons, immediate approval of this measure is
earnestly sought.

J VIN “WUL SERVO” NIETO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No.__ 8432

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Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

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AN ACT INCREASING THE SALARY OF HEAD TEACHER IN PROPORTION
TO THEIR FUNCTION AND IN RELATION TO THE PAY SCALE OF
TEACHERS PROVIDED BY LAW

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This act shall be known as the “Head Teacher
Salary Act”

SECTION 2. Due to the nature and the demand of work that is face by the
head teachers in public schools, this act shall increase the salary of head
teacher according to their function or level in relation to the standard level of
pay granted by law or as determined by Department of Education or
Commission on Higher Education.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause. - If, for any reason or reasons, any part or
provision of this Act shall be declared as unconstitutional or invalid, the other
parts or provisions hereof which are not affected thereby shall continue to be in
full force and effect.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately upon its
publication.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No, _8895.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LICOMO,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS LICOMO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the State shall protect and
promote the rights of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take necessary
and appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. Likewise, the State is also
mandated to establish a system of free education in the elementary and high school levels.

This bill proposes to create Licomo National High School in Barangay Licomo,
Zamboanga City in order to decongest the overpopulated national high schools located in
in Vitali District. The establishment of Licomo National High School will ensure that the
elementary graduates of nearby barangays will have access to secondary education.

This measure aims to achieve the constitutional guarantee, giving
Zamboanguefios education more accessible and at the same time decongesting the
overpopulated national high schools in the abovementioned district.

In view of the foregoing reasons, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

LO

MANUEL JOSE M. DAD.
2m District, Zamboattga Aty


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. BS

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE MANUEL JOSE M. DALIPE

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY LICOMO,
ZAMBOANGA CITY TO BE KNOWN AS LICOMO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the Department
of Education, a national high school in Barangay Licomo, Zamboanga City to be known as
Licomo National High School.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's
program the operationalization of Licomo National High School, the funding of which
shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 4: This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8765

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: Hon. Angelina “Helen” D.L. Tan, M.D.

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A ONE HUNDRED (100) BED HOSPITAL IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF TAGKAWAYAN, PROVINCE OF QUEZON TO BE KNOWN AS
THE TAGKAWAYAN PUBLIC HOSPITAL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

EXPLANATORY NOTE
Section 11, Article XIII of the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines, provides that:

"The State shall adopt an integrated and comprehensive approach to health
development which shall endeavor to make essential goods, health and other social
services available to all the people at affordable cost. There shall be priority for the
needs of the underprivileged sick, elderly, disabled, women, and children. The State
shall endeavor to provide free medical care to paupers."

This measure, which will cater to the medical needs of the people of the 4"
District of Quezon, aims to establish a public hospital to be known as Tagkawayan
Public Hospital with a minimum capacity of one hundred (100) beds. The Municipality of
Tagkawayan has a growing population of 51,832 people based on the 2015 census.

This is the most opportune time to create and establish the Tagkawayan Public
Hospital in order to conform with the policy of the State to provide quality and efficient
health care service in relation to the government's universal health care agenda.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this measure is earnestly
sought.

ANGELINA “HELEN” D.L. TAN, M.D.
4th District, Quezon


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8765
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: Hon. Angelina “Helen” D.L. Tan, M.D.

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A ONE HUNDRED (100) BED HOSPITAL IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF TAGKAWAYAN, PROVINCE OF QUEZON TO BE KNOWN AS
THE TAGKAWAYAN PUBLIC HOSPITAL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. There shall be established a one hundred (100) bed hospital in the
Municipality of Tagkawayan, Province of Quezon, under the direct supervision of the
Department of Health, to be known as the Tagkawayan Public Hospital.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Health shall formulate and promulgate the
implementing guidelines, rules and regulations necessary to carry out the purposes of
this Act.

SEC. 3. The amount necessary for the initial implementation of this Act shall be
funded from the current fiscal year's appropriation for the Department of Health.
Thereafter, such amount as may be necessary for the implementation of this Act shall
be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8369
House Bill No.

Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Republic Act No. 10963 or the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion
(TRAIN) was enacted into law on December 2017. Among its features is the
increase in excise taxes on fuel. Since then, prices of fuel have increased
significantly and will be much higher on the next tranche of implementation of TRAIN
in 2019 and 2020.

It is not disputed that increase in excise taxes on fuel leads to an increase in
the price of fuel. The increase on fuel prices in turn affects the prices of basic goods
and services as producers or manufacturers may pass production cost to
consumers.

Although we recognize the need of the government to increase its revenues,
we cannot deny the fact that consumers are the ones who bear the burden on the
increasing fuel prices specially the lower-income households.

As such, this measure seeks to protect the underprivil ilipino families
from the negative impact of soaring prices of fuel and its ef ‘on the prices of
goods and services by stopping the implementation of excise taxes lon fuel under
TRAIN.

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In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
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HON. ROBERT ACE 4 /BARBERS
2™ District, Surigao del Norte


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No._8363

Introduced by Hon. Robert Ace S. Barbers

AN ACT REPEALING SECTION 43 OF THE TAX REFORM FOR ACCELERATION
AND INCLUSION (TRAIN) OR R.A. NO. 10963

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. Section 43 of the Republic Act No. 10963 or the Tax Reform for
Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) is hereby repealed effective immediately.

['Sec. 43. Section 148 of the NIRC, as amended, is hereby amended to
read as follows:

XXX XXX XXX
“Effective January 1, 2018
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“Effective January 1, 2019
XXX XXX XXX

“Effective January 1, 2020

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SECTION 2. Effectivity Clause. — This Act shalll take effect fifteen (15) days
after its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved.
K "REPRES
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f=’ RECEIVED

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bitt No. __°°°6

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

Explanatory Note

It is the mandate of the State that Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities
(PWDs) be granted priority or special treatment in situations wherein they will
experience difficulty due to their physical condition. In various offices, most
senior citizens and PWDs are burdened of having climb flights of stairs or wait in
line for the elevator in order to reach their destination.

In order to improve their current situation, this measure seeks to mandate
government and private offices to have special lanes and offices spaces located
at the ground floor for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to conduct
their transactions without any difficulty.

In view of the foregoing, immediate passage of this proposed measure is
earnestly sought.

JOHN Mi SERVO” C. NIETO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

House Bill No. eae

Introduced by Representative John Marvin “Yul Servo” C. Nieto

AN ACT
MANDATING A SPECIALLY-DESIGNATED LANE OR OFFICE SPACE
LOCATED AT THE GROUND FLOOR OF EVERY GOVERNMENT OR PRIVATE
EDIFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (PWDS) AND SENIOR
CITIZENS TO TRANSACT THEIR OFFICIAL BUSINESSES

Be it enacted in the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Republic of
the Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the ‘Easy-Access Official Transaction for
PWDs and Senior Citizens Act.’

SEC. 2. There shall hereby be mandated a specially designated lane or office
space located at the Ground Floor of every government or private edifice for

Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and Senior Citizens to transact their official

businesses.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in
the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 8293

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The City of Baybay in the Province of Leyte celebrates the 27" of December of every
year as “Binaybayon Festival Day.” On this day, the city highlights their customs and
traditions in its participation with the cultural events simultaneously held in the region.

Every year, all Baybayanons here and abroad recognize the Binaybayon Festival as the
symbol of what is good and wholesome in the traditional way of life of our ancestors. These
socio-cultural activities offer the best venue and platform to further depict this traditionally
rich event and present it to as many people as possible.

It is fitting that we mark this important occasion as a holiday in order to properly
celebrate the festival, which may be deterred if the date falls on a regular working day.

This bill therefore seeks to declare December 27 of every year as a special non-
working holiday in the City of Baybay, Province of Leyte. It is the foremost intention of this
measure to allow the people, local officials, and civic and religious organizations in this city
to celebrate the “Binaybayon Festival Day” with appropriate and meaningful celebration.

In view of the foregoing reasons, the approval of this bill is earnestly requested.

JOSE les eb

Representative
5 District, Leyte


Republic of the Philippines

House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
Third Regular Session

8293

HOUSE BILL Ne

Introduced by: HON JOSE CARLOS L. CARI

AN ACT DECLARING DECEMBER 27 OF EVERY YEAR AS.
“BINAYBAYON FESTIVAL DAY,” FURTHER DECLARING IT AS A SPECIAL
NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF BAYBAY, PROVINCE OF LEYTE

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives
of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. December 27 of every year is hereby declared as a special non-working
holiday in the City of Baybay, Province of Leyte to celebrate “Binaybayon Festival Day.”

SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

APPROVED,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8490

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C, ALEJANO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The State assures the welfare of the elderly through social security programs. To illustrate,
Republic Act No. 7432, otherwise known as the Senior Citizens Act and Republic Act No. 9257, or
the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003, granted benefits and special privileges to all elderly

persons as recognition of their invaluable contributions as citizens of this country.

Relevant to the objectives of this Act are the provisions on the exemption of senior citizens
from the payment of individual income taxes, provided that their taxable income does not exceed
the poverty level prescribed by the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) for the
present year. There is, however, no express provision to exempt the elderly from the 20% interest
income from bank deposits as mandated by the National Internal Revenue Code. This defeats the
purpose of R.A. 7432 AND R.A. 9257, which sought to alleviate the financial pressures on senior
citizens by exempting them the payment of individual income taxes. 20% is such a large amount
deducted to the already meager income that our senior citizens are getting

As such, this Act shall remedy this incongruity by expressly providing for such exemption in
order to provide for our senior citizens greater financial leeway.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

\.

f. Gary CfAlejano


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
‘Third Regular Session

House Bill No. 8490

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. GARY C. ALEJANO

AN ACT
EXEMPTING THE BANK DEPOSITS OF SENIOR CITIZENS FROM THE 20%
WITHHOLDING TAX ON INTEREST INCOME, AMENDING FOR THIS PURPOSE
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7432

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress
assembled,

SECTION 1. A new subsection (g) under Section 4 of Republic Act No. 7432 shall be
added and hereby read as follows:

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“G. EXEMPTION FROM THE 20% WITHHOLDING TAX ON INTEREST
INCOME FROM THE BAK DEPOSITS, PROVIDED HOWEVER THAT:

1) THE TAX EXEMPTION FROM PAYING THE WITHHOLDING
TAX SHOULD NOT EXCEED SIX HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS
(P600,000.00); AND

2. THE SENIOR CITIZEN SHOULD PRESENT TO THE MANAGER

OF THE BANK IN WHICH HE/SHE DEPOSITS HIS/HER MONEY

HIS/HER SENIOR CITIZEN'S ID AND A CERTIFICATE FROM THE

CHIEF OF THE AGENCY/FIRM FROM WHICH HE/SHE
RETIRED.”

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SEC. 2. Repealing Clause.—All laws, executive orders, executive issuances, or letters of
instructions, or any part thereof, inconsistent with or contrary to the provisions of this Act, are
hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Separability Clause.—If for any reason, any section or provision of this Act shall
be declared unconstitutional or invalid, the other parts thereof not affected shall remain valid.

SEC. 4. Effectivity —This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Approved,