NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
SENATE
S.B. No. 430
72 JUL12 P5 71
RKCEIVlD i; V;
Introduced by SENATOR RONALD "BAT0" DELA ROSA
AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR A MAGNA CARTA OF TRICYCLE DRIVERS AND 
OPERATORS, INSTITUTIONALIZING MECHANISMS FOR ITS 
IMPLEMENTATION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The use of tricycle as a mode of transportation in the Philippines dates back as 
early as 1946. As they are considered as the "vehicle of the masses" tricycle has been 
the basic mode of transportation of many Filipinos. In such capacity, it has become 
one of the basic sources of income of many of our kababayans in cities and even in 
the farthest barangay of the country.
According to the report, there are an estimated 4.5 million registered tricycles 
on Philippine roads1 in 2018. In 2021, the number of registered motorcycles and 
tricycles were down to approximately four million.2
It is high time that we give value to our tricycle drivers and operators to their 
contribution to the daily life of the ordinary Filipinos and to economic development.
1 https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-jeepneys-and-tricycles-game-over-1.1548007857224
2 https://www.statista.eom/statistics/708054/number-of-registered-private-motorcycles-and-tricycles-in-the-
Philippines/


The proposed measure substantially ensures the basic rights for the protection 
and safeguard of tricycle drivers and operators. Particularly, it stipulates the 
requirements in the proper operation of tricycles for a safer and more organized 
sector, A more simplified registration system will be imposed in the application and 
issuance of motorized tricycle operator permit (MTOP). In conjunction with this, a 
TODA one-stop-shop is mandated to be established in every local government unit in 
order to cater for all the transaction of tricycle drivers and operators.
The bill further advances the rights and protection of the tricycle sector by 
mandating the Social Security System and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation 
to assure the provision of health care and social benefits to the members of the sector. 
The proposed measure, by the same token, outlines the critical role of the LGU and 
other government agencies and financial institutions in the support to the sector.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate adoption of this measure is earnestly
sought.
RONALD
^ DELA ROSA


NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S.B. No. 4,‘^n
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‘22 JUL 12 P5 21
RECEIVtD BV
Introduced by SENATOR RONALD "BATO" DELA ROSA
AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR A MAGNA CARTA OF TRICYCLE DRIVERS AND 
OPERATORS, INSTITUTIONALIZING MECHANISMS FOR ITS 
IMPLEMENTATION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
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 ’TODA Act".
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the declared policy of the State to uplift the
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life and promote the interest of the members of the tricycle sector by recognizing and
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protecting their rights and their contributions to the local economy.
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Towards this end, the State shall provide adequate social protection and
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mechanisms that will ensure the maximization of their potential and economic
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advancement.
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Sec. 3. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act:
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a. Motorized Tricycle Operator Permit (MTOP) refers to the permit issued
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by the LGU concerned that authorizes the holder to operate a tricycle
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for public transport;
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b. Tricycle refers to a motorized vehicle which may be composed of a
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motorcycle fitted with a single-wheel sidecar or a motorcycle with a two-
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wheel rear cab; and
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c. Tricycle Sector refers to the sector consisting of drivers, operators and
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owners of tricycle for public transportation.


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Sec. 4. Requirements for Operation of Tricycie. - Tricycles shall only be
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operated in accordance with the following requirements:
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a. Subject to the road worthiness guidelines and compliance with
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environmental laws prescribed by the Department of Transportation
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(DOTr) thru the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the cities and
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municipalities shall continue to exercise the power to regulate the
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operation of tricycles and grant permits for the operation thereof within
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their territorial jurisdiction.
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b. For safety reasons, no tricycle shall operate on national highways where
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the maximum speed limit exceeds forty (40) kilometers per hour.
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However, the concerned Sanggunian may provide exceptions if there are
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no available public transportation services or modes servicing the route.
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c. Operators shall employ only drivers possessing professional licenses duly
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Issued by the LTO. For this purpose, the LTO shall issue guidelines,
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Including theoretical and practical examinations, appropriate for drivers
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of tricycles.
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d. The LTO is mandated to formulate and issue safety standards and the
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allowable designs and modifications, taking into consideration the needs
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of the vulnerable groups, and determine the limitations on passengers
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and weight capacity.
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e. Cities and Municipalities may adopt a color coding scheme for tricycle
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operating in their jurisdiction. They may assign an identification number
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assigned from the license plate number issued by the LTO.
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f. MTOP issued shall be valid for three (3) years, renewable for the same
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period. Change of ownership of unit or transfer of the MTOP shall be
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considered as an amendment to an MTOP and shall require approval of
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the local government unit (LGU) which issued the same.
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Cities and municipalities shall impose no other requirement or condition for
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tricycle operation except those provided in this Act.
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Sec. 5. Appiication for MTOP. - A simple systematic procedure shall be
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adopted for application and issuance of the MTOP in accordance with the conditions
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set forth In this Act. The application fee shall not exceed one thousand pesos


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(PI,000.00). The said fee shall cover the cost of the issuance of MTOP, filing fee,
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franchise fee inspection fee, regulatory and other related fees. No other fees shall be
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collected from the applicant other than the fee mentioned in this Section.
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LGUs may adjust the fee prescribed herein once every five (5) years; Provided,
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That in no case shall the increase be more than 5% of the prevailing fee.
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Sec. 6. TODA One-Stop Shop Center. - Concerned LGUs shall establish a TODA
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One-Stop Shop Center which shall handle all transactions and processing of the
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business permit applications within their respective jurisdiction. The Center shall
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ensure that the processing of application for MTOP shall be acted upon within three
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(3) days from receipt of said application.
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Sec. 7. Rights of Members of the Tricycle Sector. - Members of the Tricycle
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Sector shall have and enjoy the following rights:
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a. Self-organization to collectively negotiate with government and other
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entities in the promotion of their welfare and advancement of their
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interests free from any political interference or favor;
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b. Informed participation in policy making processes relevant to the
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concerns of their sector through their legitimate organizations;
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c. Safe working conditions and access to medical care services;
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Freedom from discrimination, violence, exploitation, or harassment.
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Sec. 8. Membership in Soda! Security System (SSS) and Philippine Health
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Insurance Corporation (Philhealth). - The SSS and the Phiihealth shall ensure the
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inclusion of the members of the tricycle sector to theii respective corporation. They
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shall also ensure that members of the tricycle sector are informed of the benefits that
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they are entitled to as members of the SSS and Philhealth.
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Sec. 9. Role of the Local Government Unit - LGUs shall have the following
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responsibilities:
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a. LGUs after consultation with the tricycle sector shall identify and
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designate viable routes and terminals within their jurisdiction. Terminals
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shall be in proximity to public buildings, public markets, commercial
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centers and other similar places.


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b. The Sangguniang concerned shall, within ninety (90) days after
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consultations with the stakeholders, designate the routes and terminals
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of tricycles as specified in this Act through an Ordinance.
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c. In coordination with the DOTr, LTO and stakeholders, LCDs shall
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implement a tricycle maintenance program. This program shall provide
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the tricycle sector within their jurisdiction, training and instruction on
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preventive and periodic maintenance.
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d. There shall be a mandatory Tricycle Drivers Safety Program by the
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concerned LCD with assistance from the LTO. The content and structure
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of the Tricycle Drivers Safety Program shall be formulated by the DOTr,
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LTO and other relevant government agencies. The LGus shall require all
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holders of MTOP within its jurisdiction to undergo said program.
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e. Vocational courses on auto-mechanics and related courses like engine
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repair and maintenance shall be offered to the tricycle sector. The
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Department of Labor and Employment and Technical Education and
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Skills Development Authority shall coordinate with 
LGUs to implement
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this Section.
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f. LGUs shall provide for additional and alternative livelihood and skills-
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training programs for the tricycle sector. LGUs may, through ordinances
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or as condition of the Issuance of MTOP, additional acts of violation In
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relation to operation of tricycles and the penalties therefor within their
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respective jurisdiction.
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Sec. 10. Government Support to Tricycle Sector. - Concerned government
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agencies, government financial institutions and LGUs shall include plans, programs,
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projects and activities that are supportive of the concerns of the tricycle sector.
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LGUs shall create a grievance mechanism to address the concerns of the
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members of the tricycle sector.
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Sec. 11. Promotion of Energy Efficient Engines. -The DOTr and the Department
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of Science and Technology shall implement a continuing program to encourage
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manufacturers to develop environment friendly and energy efficient engines for the
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tricycle sector. The Department of Trade and Industry shall prescribe the standards


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and specification for tricycle engines to be observed by the tricycle sector in
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accordance with Republic Act No. 8749, otherwise known as the Clean Air Act.
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Sec. 12. Implementing Rules and Regulations. -The DOTr and Department of
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Interior and Local Government in consultation with Leagues of Cities and Municipalities
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and stakeholders shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective
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implementation of this Act no later than ninety (90) days upon effectivity of this Act.
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Sec. 13. Separability Clause. - If any portion or provision of this Act is declared
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unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or any provisions not affected thereby shall
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remain in force and effect.
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Sec. 14, Repeating Clause. - Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive
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order, letter of instruction, rule or regulation Inconsistent with the provisions of this
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Act is hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 15. Effectivity. -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its
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complete publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,