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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16% Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill No, 458

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA

After more than two decades of implementation of Republic Act 7160,
otherwise known as the Local Government Code, problem on devolved health
care system persist to this day despite mechanisms established by the National
and Local Government Units. Amongst this identified is the diminution of funds
intended for the delivery of health services which remains unresolved.

‘The Biliran Provincial Hospital is the only public hospital in the province
that offers medical and surgical services. Now, its administration is torn between
providing the best health services it could afford without losing its resources to
run the hospital. With this, the only possible remedy to the problem
abovementioned is the re-nationalization of Biliran Provincial Hospital to the
Department of Health.

‘This Bill aims to address the flaws, issues and effects brought about by
devolution of health services, Hence, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

ROGELIC). EBPIWA

Representative
Lone District of Biliran


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" Congress
First Regular Session

4586

House Bill No.

Introduced by HON. ROGELIO J. ESPINA

AN ACT REVERTING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH THE
DISCHARGE OF BILIRAN PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL HEALTH SERVICES
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. Short Title - This Act shall be known as the “Re-nationalization of
Biliran Provincial Hospital Act.”

Section 2. Declaration of Policy - It is the declared policy of the State that it shall
protect and promote the right to health of the people and instill health
consciousness among them. Further, the State shall endeavor to make essential
goods, health and other services available to all the people at affordable cost.

Section 3. Objective - The objective of this Act is to prevent further deterioration
of the delivery of health services brought about by devolution.

Section 4, Implementing Rules and Regulations - ‘The Department of Health
shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective
implementation of this Act.


Section 5. Appropriation - The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of
this Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year
following its enactment into a law and thereafter.

Section 6, Separability Clause - If any part or provision of this Act shall be
declared or held to be unconstitutional or invalid, other provisions hereof which
are not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.

Section 7. Repealing Clause - All general and special laws, decrees, executive
orders, proclamations and administrative regulations, or any parts thereof which
are inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 8. Effectivity - This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication
in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved.
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Republic of the Philippines yep ite
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4513

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M, SAHALI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Lapid-Lapid ~ Kapatagan ~ Batu-Batu Road from a
provincial road to a national road.

The rond, which is presently in poor condition and needs repair and rehabilitation,
is highly strategic, economically and politically, because it effectively connects by land
the municipalities Bongao and Panglima Sugala,

Lapid-Lapid in Bongao and Kapatagan in Panglima Sugala are agriculture-
producing barangays. Bongao, also, is the province’s commercial center while Batu-Batu
is the province’s official seat of government.

Sufficient funding is always crucial for road projects and, for luck of funds, both
the Municipal Governments of Bongao and Panglima Sugala and, as well as, the Tawi-
Tawi Provincial Government cannot embark on such

‘Thus, the national government has to come in and provide the needed funds.

This is immediately possible if this provincial road is converted to a national road
It shall become a national concern and priority and that all works — repair, upgrading and

~-shall then be handled by the Department of Public Works and Highways.

With the conversion, such a road project would have funding through the General
Appropriations Act that Congress will approve.

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.

sont SAHALI
Lone District of Tawi-Tawi


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

D 13
HOUSE BILL NO. 45

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

AN ACT CONVERTING LAPID-LAPID - KAPATAGAN ~ BATO-BATO ROAD.
AS A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1, The 6 kilometer Lapid-Lapid ~ Kapatagan ~ Bato-Bato Road in the
Province of Tawi-Tawi is hereby converted into a national road under the jurisdiction and
supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways,

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the improvement of said road shall be
charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways under
the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter such sum as may be necessary for its
repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation,

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

16" Congress

SECOND REGULAR SESSION

HOUSE BILLNO._4826

Introduced by HON. MANUEL S. AGYAO

EXPLANATORY NOTE
This is a refiled Bill which has reached the Senate in the 15"" Congress.

“ Health is Wealth”, and a healthy citizenry is a vibrant community. It is the paramount duty of
the Government to provide basic health services to the people. The Philippine Constitution specifically
provides, “The state shall protect and promote the right to health of its people and instill health
consciousness among them” (Art. Il, Section 15). Towards this end, the establishment of a health center
in every barangay is necessary to ensure efficient and immediate delivery of the basic health services to
the people,

Barangay Dangtalan in the Municipality of Pasil, Province of Kalinga, is one barrio in dire
need of a health center, Its residents who need immediate medical attention must travel a kilometer
length of steep climb and another four (4) kilometers descent to the next town of Lubuagan, Kalinga for
medical treatment. The Municipality of Pasil is a town without any hospital. The establishment of a
health center therefore is of great urgency.

In view of the above reasons, the passage of this Act is earnestly requested.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
16" Congress
SECOND REGULAR SESSION

HOUSE BILLNO._ 4826

Introduced by HON. MANU

ELS. AGYAO

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A BARANGAY HEALTH CENTER
IN BARANGAY DANGTALAN, MUNICIPALITY OF PASIL, PROVINCE OF KALINGA AND,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

1 SECTION 1. There shall be constructed a Barangay Health Center in Barangay Dangtalan, in

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. the Municipality of Pasil, Province of Kalinga.

SECTION 2. The Local Government Unit concerned shall provide funding for the
|. establishment and operation of a Barangay Health Center in Barangay Dangtalan, Municipality of
. Pasil. The Secretary of Health shall include in the Department's subsidy program, support for

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. the capital outlay requirements of the said Barangay Health Center.

7. SE

ION 3. This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

045
nouse BILL No,_4
Introduced by Honorable Benhur L. Salimbangon

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill secks to establish a community college in the Island of Bantayan to be known
as Bantayan Community College to be located in the Municipality of Bantayan, 4" District of
Cebu. This seeks to implement the guarantee in the Constitution which mandates the State to

protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality, accessible, and affordable education to
all.

The island of Bantayan is composed of three (3) municipalities, namely: Bantayan,
Madridejos, and Sta. Fe. The combined number of graduates from all the high schools. from

s is at an average of 1,200 per year. These students come from families that
mostly depend on fishing for income. Considering that there is only one public higher
educational institution in the island which has a very limited resources , parents are forced to
enroll their children in the private schools where the cost of education is at a much higher price.
The envisioned community college will therefore accommodate our poor but deserving students
whose ambition of obtaining a diploma is greatly hindered by financial constraints. This college
will enable our youth to finish their studies in a much more affordable and accessible way.

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

\BENHUR L. SALIMBANGON


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

nousepitNo, 4045
Tntroduced by Honorable Benhur L, Salimbangon

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY COLLEGE IN THE ISLAND OF
BANTAYAN TO BE KNOWN AS BANTAYAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO BE
LOCATED IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BANTAYAN, 4™ DISTRICT OF CEBU AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THERFOR

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

Section 1. There shall be established, under the joint supervision of the Commission on
Higher Education and the Municipality of Bantayan, a community college in Bantayan Island to
be known as Bantayan Community College and which shall be located in the Municipality of
Bantayan, 4" District, Cebu.

Section 2. The Commission on Higher Education shall immediately include in their
program the operationalization of the Bantayan Community College, the initial funding of which
shall be charged against the current year’s appropriations of the Commission on Higher
Education. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued operation of the school shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 3. The Commission on Higher Education shall issue such rules and regulations
as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette.

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

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session
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House Bill No. 4836

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R, LEONARDIA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Its the policy of the State to promote a just and dynamic social order that will ensure
the prosperity and independence of the nation and free the people from poverty through
policies that provide adequate social services, promote full employment, a rising standard of
living, and an improved quality of life for all

It is also the policy of the State to protect working women by providing safe and
healthful working conditions, taking into account their matemal functions, and such facilities
and opportunities that will enhance their welfare and enable them to realize their full potential
in the service of the nation.

Any citizen or any working mother seeks refuge to the law for her protection and the
well-being of her children, Thus, every law enacted should manifest the State Policy,
explicitly expounding its assertions into detailed provisions in order to protect and to promote
the welfare of the citizens. Hence, every working mother should be given consideration with
respect to her maternal obligation,

As such, the approval of this bill is eamestly sought.

,

Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District of Bacolod City


‘As such, the approval of this Bill is eamestly sought.

REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session
4636

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 14-A PARAGRAPH (D) OF THE REPUBLIC ACT 8282
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE SOCIAL SECURITY LAW THEREBY CHANGING
THE AVAILMENT OF THE MATERNITY BENEFIT TO BE RECKONED FROM
‘THE TIME OF MEMBERSHIP WITH THE SSS

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

SECTION 1. Sec. 14-A paragraph (d) of the Republic Act 8282 is hereby amended
to read as follows:

Sec. 14-A. Matemity Leave Benefit

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“(d) That the maternity benefits provided under this section shall
be paid only forthe fist four (4) deliveries or miscarsages of the
meml reckoned from the time of her rshi the
ss”

SEC. 2. All existing laws or parts thereof inconsistent with the provision of this Act
are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

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

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
QUEZON CITY

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session-

4381

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by the Honorable Eufranio C. Eriguel, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Province of La Union, being situated between the West Philippine Sea to
the left and the Cordillera mountain ranges to the right, is highly dependent on new
and well-maintained roads that serve not only as trade routes but as passageways to
the beautiful and scenic tourists spots the region has to offer.

This Bill seeks to convert the Anduyan-Rizal-San Pascual-Asin Road from a
Provincial Road to a National Secondary Road and to provide funds for its
improvement, repair and maintenance.

The conversion of this Road would hasten access of motor from Tubao, La
Union to Baguio City and Benguet, and vice versa, providing for a newer and more
scenic alternative to Marcos Highway and the older Kennon Road. Moreover, this
Road leads to the famous Asin Hot Springs and hence would boost the tourism in
Asin, inviting more and more tourists not only from La Union and Benguet but from
outside the region.

‘The passage of this Bill is of urgent concer primarily because the portion of
the Road situated in the Province of Benguet was already converted into a Secondary
National Road by virtue of Republic Act No. 10406, approved in March 19, 2013. The
development that the said Republic Act entails in the Benguet part of the Road will
prove futile should the La Union portion be not given the same consideration.

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

wy -

EUFRANJO @ ERIGUEL, M.D.


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
QUEZON CITY

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4381

Introduced by the Honorable Eufranio C. Eriguel, M.D.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE ANDUYAN-RIZAL-SAN PASCUAL-ASIN ROAD FROM
A PROVINCIAL ROAD TO A NATIONAL SECONDARY ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

SECTION 1. The Anduyan-Rizal-San Pascual-Asin Road in the Municipality
of Tubao, Province of La Union is hereby converted into a national secondary road
under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and
Highways.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 3. ‘This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

4064

House Bill No.
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Article XIV, Section 19 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that:

The State shall promote physical education and
encourage sports programs, league competitions, and
amateur sports, including training for international
competitions, to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and
excellence for the development of a healthy and alert
citizenry

Involvement in sports is very important for everyone specially the children. It helps in
strengthening and toning the muscles and bones in the body. It teaches kids the importance
of team works and they learn to work in groups at an early age and hopefully they can use it
when they actually start working and start to build relationships.

‘Also, sports make people mentally strong because it teaches about success and
failure which Is an important life lesson. It build confidence and enhances the decision
making process of individuals

‘Aside from these, participating in sports is a very constructive use of time instead of
just lounging around which could sometimes leads children and even adults to the use of
prohibited drugs

‘As such, it is important for a city to have a sports complex where its citizens can
actively participate in different sports programs and where they can spend their free time
constructively by working out, building relationships and improving one’s personal health.

in view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this bil is earnestly requested.

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. OCA Jr.

House Bill No.

AN ACT
AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SPORTS COMPLEX IN CAGAYAN DE ORO
CITY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy ~ It is the policy of the State to promote physical
education and encourage sports programs, league competitions, and amateur sports,
including training for international competitions, to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and
excellence for the development of a healthy and alert citizenry

SEC. 2, The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is hereby authorized to
construct a sports complex in Cagayan de Oro City, consisting of an air-conditioned
gymnasium with a seating capacity of 10,000 persons and training centers.

SEC. 3. The amount of needed for the construction of the regional sports complex shall be
appropriated from the annual budget of the DPWH as provided by the General
Appropriations Act

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

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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4525

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

EXPLANATORY NOTE.

This bill seeks to convert the Junction Bikad ~ Kumpang ~ Ungus Mataha Road
from a provincial road to a national road.

This road, which is located in far-flung Mapun Municipality, Tawi-Tawi Province
is in poor condition. It needs repair and rehabilitation. It has to be conereted. It has to be
maintained.

‘This is because the road has direct impact on the lives of the people of the said
municipality, particularly, the residents of the said barangays. It facilitates the transport
and exchange of agricultural produce, It facilitates and eases the delivery of services, ¢.g.,
health, education and social services.

‘The road is vital for agricultural and industrial growth in that part of the country.

‘The Municipal Government of Mapun has no funds for such big project, And the
‘Tawi-Tawi Provincial Government has not enough funds to help them in that regard

‘The national government has to come in and provide the needed funds. This could

be made possible by converting the road to a national road. By then, the needed funding
shall be had through the General Appropriations Act (GAA) that Congress yearly passes

and approves.
Ain SAHALT

Lone District of Tawi-Tawi

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILLNo,__ 4525

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

AN ACT CONVERTING JUNCTION BIKAD ~ KUMPANG - UNGUS MATAHA
ROAD AS A NATIONAL ROAD.

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

SECTION 1, The 22 kilometer Junction Bikad ~ Kumpang - Ungus Mataha
Road in the Province of Tawi-Tawi is hereby converted into a national road under the
jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2, The amount necessary for the improvement of said road shall be
charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways under
the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter such sum as may be necessary for its
repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication ina
newspaper of general circulation,

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines /
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | 2
Quezon City, Metro Manila |

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4702

Introduced by Rep, EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘Tourism is one of the most important aspects for developing countries. It is a vehicle
for poverty reduction, environmental conservation and cultural heritage preservation, It is
also an engine for the improvement of quality of life of local communities by creating
alternative livelihood and employment.

The whole island of Negros boasts of many tourist spots and destinations, not to
mention its many world-famous festivals and celebrations such as the Masskara Festival of
Bacolod City, the Buglasan and Sandurot Festivals of Dumaguete, the Sinulog Festival of
Kabankalan City, Cadiz, City’s Dinagsa, La Carlota City’s Pasalamat Festival, and many
more. The hospitality and warmth of the Negrosanons coupled with the many beautiful
tourist attractions offered by the Negros Island are regarded as local treasures vital for the
growth and development of tourism and ultimately its economy.

With the current efforts to create a One Negros Island Region gaining ground, the
establishment of a Negros Island Tourism Office, which can effectively promote Negros’
tourist attractions and develop its tourism programs, is a very important component towards
that goal

And since it is projected that tourism will become the biggest industry in the world, an
office that will focus on our anticipation of such an eventuality will put the Island of Negros
in a positional advantage well ahead of other destinations in the South East Asia region,

As such, the passage of this measure is eamestly sought,

an

Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District of Bacolod City


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

4702

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NEGROS ISLAND TOURISM OFFICE FOR THE
ISLAND OF NEGROS, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. There shall be established a Negros Island Tourism Office which shall
cater to the tourism programs and plans of the Island of Negros. The same shall be located in
the Lone District of Bacolod City, Province of Negros Occidental unless otherwise provided

for by law.
SEC. 2, The Secretary of the Department of Tourism shall issue the necessary rules and
regulations for the effective implementation of this Act,

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Tourism shall immediately include in the Department’s programs
the operationalization of the Negros Island Tourism Office, the funding of which 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 two (2) newspapers of general circulation,

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16""') CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

4952

House Bill No. _

Introduced by Hon, Nelson P, Collantes

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Philippine Constitution states that “The State shall protect and promote the right of
all citizens to quality education at all levels, and shall take appropriate steps to make such
education accessible to all” (Article XIV, Section 1). This bill seeks the nationalization of Balele
High School (Balele National High School-Boot Annex) in Barangay Balele, Tanauan City,
Batangas.

Barangay Balele, one of the biggest barangays in Tanauan City, has a public elementary
school with approximately 140-200 graduates per annum in the last five years. Through the
efforts of its residents, the local government unit, and the Department of Education, Balele
National High School-Boot Annex was established. Despite an annex being established,
however, there is still a need to have a barangay national high school that will specifically eater
to the needs of the students.

The creation of Balele National High School will result to a viable, more responsive
educational program for its young students.

Considering the benefits of the creation of this national high school to the people

concerned, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
Neb? CUA

NELSON P. COLLANTES


Republic of the Phili
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon Ci

SIXTEENTH (16""') CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4952

Introduced by Hon. Nelson P. Collantes

AN ACT
SEPARATING THE BOOT NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL-BALELE ANNEX IN BARANGAY
BALELE, CITY OF TANAUAN, PROVINCE OF BATANGAS FROM THE BOOT
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, CONVERTING IT INTO AN INDEPENDENT NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS BALELE 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. The Boot National High School ~ Balele Annex in Barangay Balele, City of
Tanauan, Province of Batangas is hereby separated from Boot National High School and
converted into an independent national high school to be known as Balele National High School.

SEC. 2. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the Boot National High School -
Balele Annex are hereby transferred and absorbed by the Balele National High School.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the Department's
program the operationalization of the Balele National High School, the initial funding of whi
shall be charged against the current year’s appropriation of the BootNational High School —
Balele Annex. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued operation of the school shall

be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. The Secretary of Education shall issue such rules and regulations necessary to
carry out the purpose of this Act,

SEC. 5, This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette in a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved,
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC)
OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

44398

H.NO,

Introduced by Representative Joseller “Yeng” M. Guiao

Explanatory Note

The bill seeks to change the name of Clark International Airport in Clark Field,
Pampanga to Corazon C. Aquino International Airport (CCAIA) as a fitting tribute to a
beloved president, global icon of democracy and daughter of Central Luzon.

It will be recalled that after the onslaught of Mt. Pinatubo, President Cory was
very instrumental in helping Pampanga and surrounding provinces, including the former
US bases, rise from the ashes of the volcanic eruption.

Her shining example of courage in the face of many adversities and her faith in
the Almighty became a beacon of hope for her Cabalens during those dark times. She
provided both material and moral support to the areas affected by Mt. Pinatubo
through the establishment of the Mt. Pinatubo Commission and the accompanying USD
28 budget to rehabilitate the devastated areas. As a result of this firm resolve and
commitment, majority of the provinces, despite widespread devastation, were able to
bounce back after only a few years.

President Cory likewise signed RA 7727 otherwise known as the Bases
Conversion and Development Act which planned and implemented alternative uses for
the abandoned US Bases, ultimately giving birth to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority
(SBMA), Clark Development Corporation (CDC) and Clark International Airport
Corporation (CIAC) ~- now corridors of economic growth and productivity.

Changing the airport’s name is also consistent with the current policy of
nationalizing roads, airports and other institutions in the country and veering away from
our colonial past.

It is for these reasons that | respectfully urge for the support and approval of this
bill.

RYENG”M. GUIAO
Representative
St District, Pampanga


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC)
OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

4438

H.NO.

Introduced by Representative Joseller “Yeng” M. Guiao

AN ACT
CHANGING THE NAME OF CLARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN PAMPANGA TO
CORAZON C. AQUINO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

SECTION 1. Renaming the Clark International Airport. — The name of Clark International
Airport, located within the Clark Civil Aviation Complex in Pampanga, is hereby changed
to Corazon C. Aquino International Airport.

SECTION 2. Diosdado Macapagal Passenger Terminal — The existing passenger terminal
within the airport shall continue to bear President Diosdado Macapagal’s name.

SECTION 3. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, letters of instruction, rules
and regulations, or provisions thereof which are inconsistent with the provisions of this
Act are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect immediately after its publication in
any national newspaper of general circulation.
16 CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House of representatives

HOUSE BILL NO. 4339

INTRODUCED BY HONORABLE GUS S. TAMBUNTING

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is provided under Article II of the Declaration of Principles of the 1987 Philippine Constitution
that the State shall ensure the autonomy of local governments. This piece of legislation seeks to

remedy the impasse of government funds in giving the necessary financial means to barangay units

the needed state services.

More often, especially in case of remote barangays, they are reneged to the least priority amongst

the beneficiaries of national funds much to the detriment of the people.

This piece of legislation aims for equitable distribution of means thereby affording barangay units

thei much needed fiscal adequacy and autonomy.

Hence, same)

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sure is eamestly sought.



16TH CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
FIRST REGULAR SESSION

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE GUS S. TAMBUNTING

AN ACT
REQUIRING THE MANDATORY FISCAL ADEQUA( OF BARANGAY UNITS
THEREBY PROVIDING EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS ALLOCATED TO
EACH GEOGRAPHICAL UNIT AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1.This Act shall be known as “The Barangay Fiscal Adequacy Act of 2014”.

Sec.2, Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The Department of Budget and
Management ( DBM) and other related agencies shall issue the necessary rules and regulations for

the effective implementation of this Act within a period of ninety (90) days after its approval.

Sec.3. Reportorial and Annual Audit - The local government unit concerned shall submit
itself to Commission on Audit (COA) audit and shall follow and maintain a system of accounting
according to the standards and procedures prescribed by the COA.

See. 4. The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act sl
the appropriations authorized for the purpose under the General Appropri

II be charged against
ms Acts for the Fiscal



Year 2014, Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the operation and maintenance of the
herein hospital shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

See . 5. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodrigues
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

House Bill No. 4059

EXPLANATORY NOTE

With the opening of the Laguindingan International Airport in Laguindingan, Misamis
Oriental last June 2013, the old Lumbia Airport is not being used anymore. It has been
reported that the Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro city will be privatized through a public
process in accordance with Executive Order No. 323, which covers the rules on the
government's privatization program. This has been confirmed by the Department of
Transportation and Communication

The DOTC has previously stated that the proceeds of the privatization of the old
Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro can be used to finance other government infrastructure
programs of the government

One of the more notable and impact projects of the government for Mindanao today
is the Mindanao Railway System with its stage form Cagayan de Oro City to City passing
through the modern Laguindingan International Airport.

It stands to reason therefore that the proceeds of the privatization of the old Lumbia
Airport in Cagayan de Oro be devoted exclusively to finance the Cagayan de Oro-ligan

Railway Project,
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RUFUS B. RODRIG:

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MAXIMO B. RODRI UEZ, JR.

Approval of this bill respectfully requested.


SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriquez, Jr.

House Bill No. _ 4059,

AN ACT
TO EARMARK AND APPROPRIATE THE PROCEEDS OF THE PRIVATIZATION AND
‘SALE OF THE OLD LUMBIA AIRPORT IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO FINANCE THE
MINDANAO RAILWAY SYSTEM PROJECT

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

SECTION 1. The proceeds of the privatization and sele of the land area and
improvements constituting the Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro City under the Department
of Transportation and Communication (DOTC) are hereby earmarked and appropriated to
finance the first phase of the Mindanao Railway System Project from Cagayan de Oro City to
lligan City passing through the new Cagayan de Oro Intemational Airport located at
Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental.

SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 28 MAY 2014 WA

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SIXTEENTH CONGRESS ein
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 4527

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

EXPLANATORY NOTE.

This bill secks to convert the Kapatagan — Magsaggaw Road from a provincial
road to a national road,

This is a road that has great impact on the economy and well-being of Panglima
Sugala Municipality. It links two agriculture-producing areas, namely, Kapatagan and
Magsaggaw. It is vital for investment and industrial growth

‘The road is in poor condition, It is already old and dilapidated, It needs repair and
rehabilitation

It has to be upgraded to a standard and maintained regularly, so it could be of
greater impact and convenience for the farmer-residents of the two barangays and for the
people of Panglima Sugala, as well.

Neither the Tawi-Tawi Provincial Government nor the Municipal Government of
Panglima Sugala has the funds for the purpose. Help and financial assistance from the
national government is necessary.

With its conversion to a national road, the Kapatagan ~ Magsaggaw Road shalll be
programmed for repair or rehabilitation, upgrading and maintenance, and earmarked for

funding through the General Appropriations Act.
wand vi SAHALI

Lone District of Tawi-Tawi

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested.


Republic of the Philippines.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO,___ 4527

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALT

AN ACT CONVERTING KAPATAGAN ~ MAGSAGGAW ROAD AS A
NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The 10 kilometer Kapatagan ~ Magsaggaw Road in the Province of
Tawi-Tawi is hereby converted into a national road under the jurisdiction and supervision
of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. The amount necessary for the improvement of said road shall be
charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways under
the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter such sum as may be necessary for its
repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

Approved
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
16™ CONGRESS
First Regular Session
Quezon City

HOUSE BILLNo. 4893

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE ANSARUDDIN A.M. A. ADIONG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks the conversion of provincial road linking the municipalities of
Balindong and Piagapo in Lanao Del Sur to the municipality of Pantaoragat in Lanao
Del Norte, into a National Road.

The proposed road for conversion passes through the two municipalities of the
First Congressional District of Lanao Del Sur connecting to the municipality of the
Second Congressional District of Lanao Del Norte.

At present, this provincial road is impassable due to its poor condition. The road
is rough and dusty during summer and pot-holed and muddy during rainy season
affecting the economic trade and progress among affected municipalities.

This road will serve as an access road and main thoroughfare to transport and
market agricultural products such as rice, corn, fruits and vegetables cultivated by local
farmers from distant areas of the municipalities of the two provinces: Lanao Del Sur and
Lanao Del Norte, thus the potential increase in economic activities and growth in
tourism. This road will also strengthen government linkages among these municipalities
and nearby provinces.

Hence, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought for,

REP. ANSARUDD(Y A.M A. ADIONG
1" District, Lanao Del Sur


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
16™ CONGRESS
First Regular Session
Quezon City

HOUSE BILL NO. 4893

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE ANSARUDDIN A.M. A. ADIONG

AN ACT CONVERTING THE PROVINCIAL ROAD CONNECTING THE
MUNICIPALITIES BALINDONG AND PIAGAPO IN LANAO DEL SUR TO
PANTAORAGAT IN LANAO DEL NORTE INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 4. The provincial road connecting the municipalities of Balindong and
Piagapo in Lanao Del Sur to the municipality of Pantaoragat in Lanao Del Norte shall be
converted into a national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works
and Highways.

SECTION 2. For funding purposes, the amount necessary for the implementation of
this Act shall be charged to the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and
Highways under the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such sum may be
necessary for the repair and maintenance of the national road shall be included in the
Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES /
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

4718

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Sections 13 and 17 of Article II of the Constitution express the importance of the
youth in nation-building, The State likewise emphasizes the importance of education
towards national growth and development. Furthermore, Section 1, Article XIV of the
fundamental law provides that “the State shall protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such
education accessible to all.”

There is a need and a clamor for the creation of a national high school in
Barangay Kaligayahan in the Fifth Legislative District of Quezon City, to be known as
“Susana D. Vargas National High School”.

In order to achieve the desired teacher-student ratio in our schools in the

District, especially in Barangay Kaligayahan, the passage of this bill is highly
recommended.

ALFREDO D. VARGAS III


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. 4718,

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas III

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY KALIGAYAHAN, QUEZON
CITY, METRO MANILA, TO BE KNOWN AS SUSANA D. VARGAS NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Establishment of a National High School-There — is_hereby
established, under the supervision of the Department of Education, a national high
school in Barangay Kaligayahan, Quezon City, Metro Manila, to be known as “Susana D.
Vargas National High School”

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

SEC, 3. Implementation - The Secretary of the Department of Education shall
issue rules and regulations that may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 4, Effectivity- This Act shall effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILLNo,___ 4871

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M. SAHALI

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks for the construction of the Tawi-Tawi Circumferential Road in the
Province of Tawi-Tawi, which shall connect the five (5) contiguous municipalities of
Bongao, Panglima Sugala, Languyan, Tandubas and Sapa-Sapa. The six (6) other island
municipalities that compose Tawi-Tawi are also set to benefit much from the project,
albeit indirectly.

‘The road shall constitute as the Tawi-Tawi Road Network Development Project, a
flagship and legacy project of this humble representation, one that completes the works of
the previous and present Tawi-Tawi provincial administrations. We have long dreamed of
such project to materialize, hindered only by lack of funds and or appropriations from the
national government.

The proposed road network is conceived and designed to effectively steer this far-
flung but resource-rich province towards real growth and progress. It will surely provide
access to agricultural products, facilitate the mobility of peoples and improve living
conditions. It aims at alleviating poverty, strengthening or promoting inter-community
relations, and boosting the local economy.

A\ll these factors shall contribute considerably to the positive transformation of the
province towards a more promising future, in order for us in Tawi-Tawi to play a more
active role in nation-building.

A Tawi-Tawi Circumferential Road is therefore necessary for the province and

passage of this measure is earnestly requested.
aust SAHALI

Lone District of Tawi-Tawi



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO, 4871

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE RUBY M, SAHALI

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE TAWI-TAWI
CIRCUMFERENTIAL ROAD, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS TAWI-TAWI ROAD
NETWORK DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.

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

SECTION 1. There shall be constructed under the supervision of the Department
of Public Works and Highways the Tawi-Tawi Circumferential Road, otherwise known
as Tawi-Tawi Road Network Development Project.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Departments program the amount needed to implement the provisions of this Act and
shall be charged against the allocation of the Department of Public Works and Highways
under the current General Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such expenses as may be
needed for its repair and maintenance shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.

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

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4695

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It has been noted by senior citizens who had reached the age of 60 years old who are
yet productive that while they had availed of their pension from the Social Security System
(SSS) while between the ages 60 and 65 years old, upon their re-employment or having been
engaged in lucrative business or activities to enhance their income aside from the pension that
they are receiving from the SSS, such also the occasion when the SSS suspends their pension
and revert them back as SSS contributors despite that they are already in the status as
pensionees and entitled to their pension,

‘The subject existing law, Sec. 12-B paragraph (c) of the Social Security System Law
(RA. 8282), if not amended, will have an absurd effect of being anti-productive and
unfriendly to the tetirees-senior citizens when the very purpose of their retirement is to
realize and enjoy the harvest of their long years of hardwork and sustained contribution to
the SSS, only to be frustrated to acquire their pension or to have their pension suspended
because these retirees want to be more productive by finding employment or being engaged
in productive or lucrative business activities, Said law if not amended, will obviously
discourage productivity and will tend to create dependence of retiree’s means of support
solely from the SSS. Whereas, if these pensionees are allowed to engage in their productive
activities either by employment or business, their extra-income aside from their pension can
certainly be a contribution to the economic activity in a larger scale,

As such, the approval of this Bill is eamestly sought.

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REP. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA
Lone District, Bacolod City


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

Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 4695

Introduced by Rep. EVELIO R. LEONARDIA

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 12-B PARAGRAPH (C) OF THE REPUBLIC ACT 8282
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE SOCIAL SECURITY LAW

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

SECTION 1. Sec. 12-B paragraph (c) of the Republic Act 8282 is hereby amended
to read as follows:

Sec, 12-B. Retirement Benefit
XXX

“(c) The monthly pension shall NOT be suspended upon the
reemployment or resumption of self-employment of a retired
member who is AT LEAST 60 YEARS OLD, He shall NOT
again be subject to Section Eighteen and his employer to Section
‘Nineteen of this Act.

SEC. 2, All existing laws or parts thereof inconsistent with the provision of this Act
are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

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

Approved,