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EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS )
OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES _)
Second Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

House Bill No,2292

Introduced by Representative Virgilio S. Lacson

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Road and vehicular-related accidents are some of the leading causes of death globally. In the
Philippines, government data shows that traffic-related accidents and vehicular incidents are
attributable to human error and negligence (i.e. over speeding, using f cellphone while driving,
drunk driving, overtaking and wrong turning, etc.)

While the root cause of road accidents and casualties is difficult to identify because of its diverse
and multi-faceted nature, road accidents and injuries can be prevented through proper education and
continuing training of our road users on road safety and traffic regulations.

This bill seeks to include a comprehensive continuing driver's education program in the Senior High
School (SHS) to develop our students’ knowledge on traffic rules and regulations and on the safe
operation of motor vehicles pursuant to international road and traffic safety standards. Through the
program, students will develop their operational skills as responsible motorists, hone their individual
understanding and obedience to traffic rules and regulations, generate appreciation and recognition
of consequences of road and vehicular-related accidents caused by irresponsible driving methods
and driving under influence of substances. This program will also enable students to assess their
skills and behavior on the road and instill in them the sense of responsibility that comes from
acquiring the correct knowledge on driving motor vehicles. The program shall also help future
motorists to be mindful not only of their personal safety but also the safety of other road users as
well.

The Continuing Driver's Education program’s benefits go beyond the classroom as it will equip
each student with the necessary skills and knowledge to pass the national driver’s licensure
exam and acquire a driver’s license. With driving now being a life skill, the program’s
advantage extends even as far as giving students an edge in finding livelihood.

In view of the foregoing and with the imperative to continuously develop the country's human
capital, the swift and urgent approval of this measure is earnestly requested.

VIRGILIO 9. LACSON
Manila Teachers, Party List


EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS )
OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES)
Second Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

House Bill No,_1092

Introduced by Representative Virgilio S. Lacson

AN ACT

PROVIDING FOR THE INCLUSION OF THE CONTINUING DRIVER’S EDUCATION

PROGRAM IN THE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Short Title — This act shall be known as “Driver’s Education Act of 2020”.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy - It is the policy of the State to ensure the safety of all
road users and pedestrians, by providing a quality educational program to raise awareness among its
students relative to road safety, etiquette, and rules. Through training, the State also gives its
students the necessary life skill in traversing our roads, creating a harmonious road culture and
environment for all, The State further creates responsible livelihood opportunities by teaching its

students about the necessary funetions in vehicles and driving them.

SECTION 3. Continuing Driver's Education Program — The Continuing Driver's
Education Program shall be included in the Senior High School Curriculum to educate the youth on

the importance of responsible driving, obedience to traffic regulations and road safety standards for

passengers, commuters and pedestrians

SECTION 4. Coverage — The Program shall be taught to Senior High School Students,
ages 17 and above, in all public and private schools. The classes will be handled by a Professional
Driving Instructor who is qualified and accredited by the Technical Education Skills Development
‘Authority (TESDA) with a valid Professional Driver's License issued by the Land Transportation
Office (LTO).

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SECTION 5. Program Course — The Department of Education shall adopt course
standards for the Continuing Driver's Education Program including, but not limited to; knowledge
on the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles, comprehensive study on road traffic rules and
regulations, introduction to road transportation laws, psychology of driving (correct eye usage,
defensive driving, effects of driving under the influence), machine troubleshooting skills, and
comparative analysis and course study on international traffic and road safety policies, regulations

and standards.

The Driver's Education Program will be for 30 hours of classroom instruction. The student driver
who will successfully pass the levels of course examination will receive a certificate of completion
at the end of the course. It shall fully prepare the student for the national driver's licensure exam for

professional qualification, both as its academic tests and practical tests.

SECTION 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations — The Secretary of the Department of
Education, in coordination with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, and the
Secretary of Trade and Industry shall issue the necessary rules and regulations for the effective

implementation of this Act.

SECTION 5. Appropriations — The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act
shall be charged to the appropriations of the Department of Education. Thereafter, such sum as may
be necessary for its continuous implementation shall be included in the Annual General

Appropriations Act

SECTION 6. Separability Clause — If any provision of this Act or the application of such
provision to any person or circumstance is declared unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or
the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected by such
declaration

SECTION 7 Repealing Clause — All laws, decrees, issuances, rules and regulations ot
parts thereof inconsistent with the provision of this Act are hereby repealed and modified
accordingly.

SECTION 8. Effectivity. — 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,

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