Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

House Bill No, 1723

Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA.
2 District, [locos Norte

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill proposes an amendment to Section 19 of Republic Act No.
8551, also known as the "Philippine National Police Reform and
Reorganization Act of 1998." The amendment aims to significantly enhance
the Field Training Program (FTP) for newly appointed officers within the
Philippine National Police (PNP), thereby improving both the effectiveness
and relevance of their training.

The key amendments and objectives of this proposed measure are the
following: (1) standardization of training duration - The bill seeks to
standardize the Field Training Program for all uniformed PNP personnel by
establishing a uniform training duration of twelve (12) months. This extended
training period is intended to provide a thorough and comprehensive
grounding in police work, ensuring that officers are better prepared for their
diverse roles and responsibilities; (2) enhanced training content - The
proposed amendment includes a detailed review and update of the training
curriculum to align with current best practices and emerging law enforcement
trends. The revised program will cover critical areas such as community
policing, crisis management, advanced investigative techniques, and ethical
decision-making. ; (3) evaluation and assessment - The bill mandates the
implementation of rigorous evaluation and assessment protocols throughout
the training period. This will involve regular performance reviews, practical
field exercises, and feedback mechanisms to ensure that officers are meeting,
established competency standards. ; (4) mentorship and support - To
complement the extended training, the amendment includes provisions for
assigning experienced officers as mentors. These mentors will provide
guidance, support, and real-world insights to trainees, facilitating a smoother
transition into active duty roles.; and (5) alignment with international
standards - The proposed amendments-aim to bring the FTP in line with
international best practices and standards for police training. This alignment
is expected to enhance the overall quality of law enforcement in the
Philippines and promote public trust in the PNP.

The extended duration and enhanced content of the Field Training
Program are designed to address current gaps and challenges in police
training. By providing a more robust and comprehensive training experience,
the bill aims to improve the readiness and effectiveness of newly appointed



officers, ultimately leading to better service delivery and heightened public
safety.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly
sought to ensure that the PNP continues to uphold the highest standards of
law enforcement and community service—always to serve and protect the
people.

ANGELO’ .COS BARBA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1723

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2™ District, locos Norte

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 19 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8551,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
REFORM AND REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1998"

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

SECTION 1. Section 19 of Republic Act No. 8551, otherwise known as the
"Philippine National Police Reform and Reorganization Act of 1998,” is hereby
amended to read as follows:

Sec. 19. The Field Training Program. — All
uniformed members of the PNP shall undergo a Field
Training Program for twelve (12) months. The Field
Training Program (FTP) for Newly Appointed Police
Non-Commissioned Officers (NAPNCO) shall consist
of the academic phase and Field Training Exercise
(FTX) involving actual experience and assignment in patrol,
traffic, investigation and police-community relations in
the police stations as active observers and passive
performers as a requirement for permanency of their
appointment.

The FIP for Newly Appointed Police
Commissioned Officers (NAPCO) via lateral entry,
except PNPA graduates, shall consist of the
integration phase, academic phase, and FTX
involving actual experience and assignment in
patrol, traffic, investigation, and police-community
relations in the police stations as active observers
and passive performers as a requirement for permanency
of their appointment. Provided, That technical officers
shall undergo an FTX that is tailored to their
technical specialty.


SECTION 2. Within thirty (30) days from the effectivity of this Act, the
National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) En Banc shall issue the necessary
rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

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

Approved,