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NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

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House Bill No. 2450
EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare the Kweba de Oro in Barangay Bayanga, Cagayan de Oro City as
an ecotourism site.

Kweba de Oro is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Cagayan de Oro City. The cave
requires a 40meter descent to be able to get in. deep abseil to get in. The cave is a river cave
and there are areas inside the cave where the water almost reaches the ceiling. The exit of
the cave is a passage in a cave that is submerged under water. Visitors have said that it is
necessary to dive a short distance to reach the exit

Declaring the Kweba de Oro an ecotourism site will result in the development and
improvement of the tourist site. It will also help the development of the local community.

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

RUFYS B. Rt IGUEZ


NINETEENTH CONGRESS,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2251)

AN ACT
DECLARING KWEBA DE ORO IN BARANGAY BAYANGA, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY AN
ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Kweba de Oro Ecotourism Site. - The Kweba de Oro located in Barangay
Bayanga, Cagayan de Oro City is hereby declared an ecotourism site.

Sec. 2. Kweba de Oro Ecotourism Master Plan. - Within one hundred twenty (120) days from
the approval of this Act, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (DENR) shall develop an ecotourism a master plan subject to the rules
and regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites. Said masterplan shall be
incorporated in the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), pursuant to Republic
Act No. 9593. otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009" and shall also include the
construction and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities in the area: Provided, That the
development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the scenery and
resources of the area.

Sec. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program
the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act and from internally generated funds of the DOT.

Sec. 4. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or
invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.

See. 5. Repealing Clause. - All laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, presidential decrees
and other issuances inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed
repealed or amended accordingly.

Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2431
EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to establish a multi-species marine hatchery in Barangay Macabalan in the 2°
District of Cagayan de Oro City.

These multi-species marine hatcheries will contribute to the growth and development of the
fisheries sector and allied industries in the concemed barangay. It will also give the fisherfolks
the opportunity to undergo training and learn and improve present practices to improve
productivity.

These hatcheries will also improve the income not only of the residents of the barangay but
the entire city as well. It will also provide additional employment and income opportunities and
address the demand for fish and other seafood.

In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this measure is eamestly requested.

RUFYS B. RODRIGUEZ


NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2431

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A MULTI-SPECIES MARINE HATCHERY IN BARANGAY MACABALAN
IN THE 2%° DISTRICT OF 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. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Bureau of Fisheries and
‘Aquatic Resources of the Department of Agriculture (BFAR-DA), a multi-species marine
hatchery in Barangay Macabalan in the 2” District of Cagayan de Oro City

SEC. 2. The BFAR-DA shall, within two (2) years after the construction of the multi-species
marine hatchery, transfer the management of the same to the local government unit concerned
through a memorandum of agreement. It shall implement a training and phasing-in program
for local government personnel on the management and operation of the hatchery.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department's program the
establishment of the multi-purpose marine hatchery in Barangay Macabalan in the 2™ District
of Cagayan de Oro City, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

The local government unit concerned shall set aside funds from any available local
revenue in an amount deemed appropriate for the operationalization of the hatchery.

SEC.4. Within sixty (60) days from the passage of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall
issue the rules and regulations on the supervision, monitoring, transfer, or withdrawal by the
BFAR of the multi-species marine hatchery

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

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

First Regular Session

2911

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE CHEENO MIGUEL D. ALMARIO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article Il, Section 13 of the 1987 Constitution provides that “the State
recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation building and shall promote and
protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-being” Article
XIV, Section 1 of the highest law of the land likewise provides that “the State shall
take appropriate steps to make such education accessible to all.”

Education is the most basic social service that the government can provide
the citizenry. It is an essential requisite for economic growth and the key to
nourishing secure, healthy and productive individuals. This bill which seeks to
establish a national high school in Barangay Cabuaya, City of Mati, Province of
Davao Oriental is a vital step toward this direction.

A similar version of this bill, which was drafted in response to the petition
filed by the citizens of Barangay Cabuaya, was previously filed by Hon. Joel Mayo
Z. Almario during the 17 and 18 Congresses. Support for this bill is earnestly
sought.

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CHEENO MIGUEL D. ALMARIO,
Represehtative ~
24 District, Davao Oriental


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2911

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE CHEENO MIGUEL D. ALMARIO

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN
BARANGAY CABUAYA, CITY OF MATI,
PROVINCE OF DAVAO ORIENTAL TO BE KNOWN AS
CABUAYA 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 Cabuaya, City of Mati, Province of Davao

Oriental to be known as Cabuaya National High School

SECTION 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Cabuaya National High School, the

funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations
implementing the provisions of this Act within one hundred (120) days after its

effectivity,

SECTION 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 
19th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ____ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
LOWERING THE COMPULSORY RETIREMENT AGE OF EMPLOYEES OF THE 
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FROM 65 YEARS OLD TO 60 YEARS OLD 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to lower the compulsory retirement age of personnel of the Department 
of Education (DepEd), including public school teachers, from 65 years old to 60 years old.  
The present system at the DepEd needs skills updating and professional advancement 
of their personnel in order that services rendered at the department will be restructured and 
modernized yet perpetual. This measure shall also open the doors of opportunities to young 
teachers and non-teaching aspirants for the jobs at the Education Department.  
If enacted into law, this proposed legislation will benefit hundreds and thousands of 
retirable DepEd personnel, both teaching and non-teaching, who would want to spend the 
prime of their lives doing other occupations other than their usual functions in the 
government. 
In view thereof, approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
July 26, 2022
6:22 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
19th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ____ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
LOWERING THE COMPULSORY RETIREMENT AGE OF EMPLOYEES OF THE 
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FROM 65 YEARS OLD TO 60 YEARS OLD 
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 “New DepEd Retirement Age 
Act”. 
Sec. 2. Compulsory Retirement Age. – The compulsory retirement age for all 
Department of Education teachers and non-teaching school personnel shall be upon the 
attainment of the age of sixty (60). If an employee has less than 15 years of service, he may 
be allowed to continue in the service until he reaches the age of sixty-five (65) in accordance 
with existing civil service and Government Service Insurance Service rules and regulations; 
Sec. 3. Repealing Clause. – All laws, executive orders, rules and regulations, and 
other issuances or parts thereof, which are contrary or inconsistent with this Act are hereby 
repealed or modified accordingly; 
Sec. 4. 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. 
Approved, 
2401
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
On August 1, 1977, the road connecting Ambuklao, Bokod and Ambassador, Tublay 
in the Province of Benguet was declared a provincial road and was named as the 
Labey - Lacamen Provincial Road. 
With the assistance of the National Government through the Department of Public 
Works and Highways, the road was opened and improved benefiting the residents, 
especially the farmers, traders, students, and employees working in the nearby 
municipalities or in Baguio City, as well as the travelers and tourists coming from the 
nearby provinces and lowland communities. 
This bill seeks to convert Labey - Lacamen Provincial Road in Barangays Ambuklao, 
Bokod and Ambassador, Tublay in the Province of Benguet into a National Road. This 
shall further hasten the socio-economic development and the tourism industry of the 
Municipality and the Province since the National Government will be directly 
involved in the maintenance and improvement of the road, as well as in the promotion 
of tourism in the locality. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
ERIC GO YAP 
July 26, 2022
9:53 am
2310


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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
AN ACT 
CONVERTING THE LABEY - LACAMEN PROVINCIAL ROAD IN BARANGAYS 
AMBUKLAO, BOKOD AND AMBASSADOR, TUBLAY, PROVINCE OF 
BENGUET INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Labey-Lacamen Provincial Road in Barangays Ambuklao, 
Bokod and Ambassador, Tublay in the Province of Benguet, is hereby converted into 
a national road.  
SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the 
Department's program the improvement, repair, and maintenance of said roads, the 
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act (GAA). 
SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
2310
NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2446

EXPLANATORY NOTE
This bill seeks to establish a fish port in Barangay Puerto in the 2 District of Cagayan de Oro
City :

There is a need for this proposed fish port because majority of the residents of the barangay
are small-time fisher folks who mainly rely on fish and marine resources for their livelihood
and daily subsistence. It will provide an avenue for trade and give these fisherfolk access to
consumers and vice versa. It will also be a place for the fishermen to refuel, resupply, and dry-
dock their small fishing vessels.

Once established, the fish port facilities will surely uplift the livelihood of fishermen and fish
workers in the barangay and will be a big step in modernizing the fisheries sector which will
lead to sustainable fishing and conservation of fishing grounds.

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

RUFYS B. ROBRIGUEZ


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

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez
House Bill No. 2446

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A FISH PORT IN BARANGAY PUERTO IN THE 2" DISTRICT OF
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. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Department of
Agriculture (DA), through the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA), a fish port
in Barangay Puerto in the 2™ District of Cagayan de Oro City.

SEC. 2. Within two (2) years after the construction of the fish port, the PFDA, through a
memorandum of agreement, shall transfer its management to the local government unit
concemed. It shall implement a training and phasing-in program for local government
personnel on the management and operation of the fish port.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Agriculture shall include in the Department's programs the
establishment of the fish port, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act. The local government units concerned shall set aside funds from any
available local revenue in an amount deemed appropriate for the operationalization of the fish
port.

SEC. 4. Within sixty (60) days from the passage of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall
issue the rules and regulations on the supervision and monitoring, and the transfer or
withdrawal by the PFDA, of the fish port.

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

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

NINETEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House BiLLNo, 2910

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE CHEENO MIGUEL D. ALMARIO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare the fourth Thursday of November each year as the
National Thanksgiving Day.

Itis our duty as a nation, regardless of the different religions we practice,
to offer our supplications to the God we believe in. We must give thanks for the
blessings that are continuously bestowed upon our people - the economic growth,
the safety of the country, the promising state of public affairs, the administration's
successful campaign for change, the infrastructure development, the lessening of
national calamities and our unity as a country.

With the enactment of this bill, it is hoped that we nourish an attitude of
gratefulness, leading to a united and prosperous nation.

A similar version of this bill was filed during the 17" and 18% Congresses
by the Hon. Joel Mayo Z. Almario. It was passed in the Third and Final Reading in
the 18th Congress and transmitted to the Senate on March 11, 2020.

Support for this bill is earnestly sought.

CHEENO MIGUELD. ALMARIO
Representative
24 District, Davao Oriental


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no, 2910

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE CHEENO MIGUEL D. ALMARIO

AN ACT
DECLARING THE FOURTH THURSDAY OF NOVEMBER AS NATIONAL
THANKSGIVING DAY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. National Thanksgiving Day - The fourth Thursday of
November of every year is hereby declared as the “National Thanksgiving Day.”

SECTION 2. Scope. - In observance of this special day as herein declared,
all heads of government agencies and instrumentalities, including government
owned and controlled corporations, local government units, public and private
schools, employers in the private sectors, and industry associations shall
encourage and afford sufficient time and opportunities for their employees to
engage and participate in any activity conducted within the premises of their

offices or establishments in celebration of the “National Thanksgiving Day.”
SECTION 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after

its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of

general circulation, whichever comes earlier.

Approved.
NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2451
EXPLANATORY NOTE -

This bill seeks to declare the Langag Cave in Barangay Dansolihon, Cagayan de Oro City as
an ecotourism site.

Langag Cave is one of the tourist destinations in Cagayan de Oro City. Declaring the Langag
Cave an ecotourism site will result in the development and improvement of the tourist site. It
will also help the development of the local community.

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

RUFYS B. RODRIGUEZ


NINETEENTH CONGRESS )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES }
First Regular Session

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriquez

House Bill No, 2492

AN ACT
DECLARING LANGAG CAVE IN BARANGAY DANSOLIHON, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY
AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Langag Cave Ecotourism Site. - The Langag Cave located in Barangay
Dansolihon, Cagayan de Oro City is hereby declared an ecotourism site

Sec. 2. Langag Cave Ecotourism Master Plan. - Within one hundred twenty (120) days from
the approval of this Act, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (DENR) shall develop an ecotourism a master plan subject to the rules
and regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites. Said masterplan shall be
incorporated in the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), pursuant to Republic
‘Act No. 9593. otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009" and shall also include the
construction and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities in the area: Provided, That the
development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the scenery and
resources of the area.

Sec. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program
the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act and from internally generated funds of the DOT.

Sec. 4. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or
invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.

See. 5. Repealing Clause. - Al laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, presidential decrees
and other issuances inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed
repealed or amended accordingly.

Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

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

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriquez
House Bill No, 2493

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare the Mambuaya Cave in Barangay Mambuaya, Cagayan de Oro City
as an ecotourism site.

Mambuaya Cave is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Cagayan de Oro City. The
cave has a small opening which is only about six (8) inches airspace between ceiling and
water. One has to go underwater in order to be able to enter the cave. Once inside, one can
see sparkling formations of stalactites and stalagmites. The formations in the cave are truly
magnificent which is one of the reasons why many tourists visit the Mambuaya Cave.

Declaring the Mambuaya Cave an ecotourism site will result in the development and
improvement of the tourist site. It will also help the development of the local community.

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

RUFYS B. RO! }UEZ


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

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No. 2493

AN ACT
DECLARING MAMBUAYA CAVE IN BARANGAY MAMBUAYA, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY
AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Mambuaya Cave Ecotourism Site. - The Mambuaya Cave located in Barangay
Mambuaya, Cagayan de Oro City is hereby declared an ecotourism site.

Sec. 2. Mambuaya Cave Ecotourism Master Plan. - Within one hundred twenty (120) days
from the approval of this Act, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) shall develop an ecotourism a master plan
Subject to the rules and regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites. Said
masterplan shall be incorporated in the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP),
Pursuant to Republic Act No. 9593. otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009" and shall
also include the construction and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities in the area:
Provided, That the development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the
scenery and resources of the area

Sec. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program
the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act and from internally generated funds of the DOT.

Sec. 4. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or
invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.

See. 5. Repealing Clause. - All laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, presidential decrees
and other issuances inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed
repealed or amended accordingly

Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Due to infrastructure barriers, some children are not able to continue with the 
standard path for formal education. In many parts of the country, families residing in 
remote barangays do not have access to educational institutions where they can 
pursue learning. Supporting the conversion of elementary school into an integrated 
school shall open an opportunity for children to access basic education. 
This bill seeks to convert Camp 4 Elementary School into an integrated school in 
Barangay Camp 4, Municipality of Tuba, Province of Benguet, which shall be known 
as the Camp 4 Integrated School. This shall provide and promote uninterrupted 
education to children, so they are encouraged to attend school.  
The schools, which shall provide elementary and secondary education, is envisioned 
to serve not only the children residing in the area but also those from adjacent and 
nearby barangays. This shall also boost the enrollment and attendance rates in these 
areas.  
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is highly recommended. 
ERIC GO YAP 
July 26, 2022
10:58 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
AN ACT 
CONVERTING CAMP 4 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY CAMP 4, 
MUNICIPALITY OF TUBA, PROVINCE OF BENGUET INTO AN INTEGRATED 
SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS CAMP 4 INTEGRATED SCHOOL AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Camp 4 Elementary School in Barangay Camp 4, 
Municipality of Tuba, Province of Benguet is hereby converted into an integrated 
school to be known as Camp 4 Integrated School. 
SEC. 2. All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the Camp 4 Elementary 
School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the Camp 4 Integrated School. 
SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Camp 4 Integrated School, the 
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC. 4. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act within one hundred twenty (120) days after 
its effectivity. 
SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
2322
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ________ 
Introduced by Representative Hon. Christopher “Toff” V.P. de Venecia 
AN ACT  
DECLARING DECEMBER 26 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF DAGUPAN, PROVINCE OF PANGASINAN IN 
CELEBRATION OF THE DAGUPAN CITY FIESTA 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Since 1614, on every 26th of December, the City of Dagupan has celebrated its City Fiesta, 
in honor of the patron of the Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan, Saint John the Evangelist. It is 
particularly meaningful for the Roman Catholic community of the city, as Dagupan is known to 
be a fishing community, and that Saint John the Evangelist was a fisherman as well. 
In order for the city to respectfully commemorate its City Fiesta in honor of its patron, the passage 
of this law is earnestly sought. 
HON. CHRISTOPHER “TOFF” V.P. DE VENECIA 
Fourth District, Pangasinan 
July 28, 2022
3:23 pm
2685


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ________ 
Introduced by Representative Hon. Christopher “Toff” V.P. de Venecia 
AN ACT DECLARING DECEMBER 26 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF DAGUPAN, PROVINCE OF PANGASINAN 
IN CELEBRATION OF THE DAGUPAN CITY FIESTA 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines, in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. December 26 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday in the 
City of Dagupan, Pangasinan in celebration of the annual Dagupan City Fiesta in honor of the 
patron of the Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan, St. John the Evangelist. 
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official Gazette 
and a newspaper of national circulation. 
Approved, 
2685
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

NINETEENTH CONG
FIRST REGULAR S$
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House Bill No,

INTRODUCED BY Rep. GREG G. GASATAYA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Those who have less in life should have more in law. While there are existing benefits for
Senior Citizens and Persons With Disability (PWDs) provided by law, the State can further
develop policies that would induce a more satisfactory life for them

Senior Citizens and PWDs are the most likely to require special medical intervention
Despite our country’s significant advances in the field of Medical Technology, it cannot be denied
that there are still procedures for certain illnesses that are exclusive or are more affordable in
countries abroad. Thus, overseas travel must be made accessible to Senior Citizens and PWDs.

This bill seeks to reduce the financial burden of travelling on Senior Citizens and PWDs
by exempting them from travel tax. The current amount of travel tax in the country varies, as
provided by Presidential Decree 1183: for Economy class, full travel tax amounts to Php 1,620,
Standard Reduced Travel Tax at Php 810, and Privileged Reduced Tax for OFW Dependents is
Php 300, For First Class, Full rate amounts to Php 2,700, Standard Reduced Rate is Php 1,350, and
for Privileged Reduced Tax for OF W dependents at Php 400. As many Senior Citizens rely solely
on pension and PWDs on their families for income, it is imperative that the State provides them
with as much privileges as possible.

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

REP. GREG G. GASATAY
Lone District of Bacolod


HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

NINETEENTH CON
FIRST REGULAR SE

House Bill No, 2917

INTRODUCED BY Rep. GREG G. GASATAYA

AN ACT
EXEMPTING SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
FROM TRAVEL TAX

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Tax-Free Travel
for Senior Citizens and PWDs Act.

SECTION 2. Exemption to Travel Tax. — Senior Citizens and Persons with
Disabilities shall be exempted from the imposition of the travel tax.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause, — If any provision or part of this Act is
declared invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining parts or provisions not affected
thereby shall remain in full force and effect

SECTION 4. 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.

APPROVED,
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. __ _ 
Introduced by Representative ROMMEL RICO T. ANGARA 
AN ACT 
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7305, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS "THE MAGNA 
CARTA OF PUBLIC HEALTH WORKERS" AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Thirty years ago, a law known as "The Magna Carta for Public Health Workers" 
was enacted institutionalizing the right of the Filipino health workers to social and 
economic well-being and to better living and working conditions. Under this law, the 
payment of benefits and allowances including night shift differential, hazard, 
subsistence, laundry, to name a few are put into law and were mandated to be 
implemented. 
However, up to this date, no concrete amendments to update the conditions and 
provisions in the existing Magna Carta for Health Workers have been introduced despite 
the fact that many economic and social changes have transpired in the past three 
decades. These social and economic changes, including that caused by the Covid 19 
pandemic, call for an adjustment in the existing benefits awarded to our healthcare 
workers. To answer this call for an important change that would benefit our healthcare 
workers, this representation proposes to increase the nominal amounts for the 
mandated benefits of our public health workers to provide them with better living 
conditions 
The measure likewise expands the definition of health workers to include those 
deployed outside of traditional health facilities such as those reporting in health offices, 
State Universities and Colleges and Universities, Government-owned and -controlled 
Corporations, Local Government Units, among others. This proposal stands to benefit 
roughly 150,0001 health workers in the public sector.
The quality of the country's public health lies not only in improved medical 
facilities. Standing equally important is the assurance of quality life for our public health 
servants through the provision of better benefits to them. 
In view of the foregoing, we urge the swift passage of this measure. 
ROMMEL ico T. ANGARA
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First Regular Session
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by HON. CHRISTOPHERSON “COCO” M. YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This measure seeks to de-clog the dockets of the Regional Trial Courts in the Eighth 
Judicial Region by creating two (2) additional branches thereof to be stationed in the 
City of Maasin and in the Municipality of Sogod, both in Southern Leyte. 
This measure, which was principally authored by former Southern Leyte Lone District 
Representative Roger Mercado, was approved by the House and transmitted to the 
Senate in the 18th Congress but was overrun by the 2022 elections. 
Passage of this measure into law in the 19th Congress will aid in the speedy disposition 
of cases in the Province of Southern Leyte thereby instilling in our people trust and 
confidence in our system of justice. 
Thus, approval of this measure is earnestly sought. 
CHRISTOPHERSON “COCO” M. YAP 
Representative, Second District of Southern Leyte 
July 29, 2022
11:46 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. _______ 
Introduced by HON. CHRISTOPHERSON “COCO” M. YAP 
AN ACT  
CREATING TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL 
COURT IN THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL REGION TO BE STATIONED IN THE 
CITY OF MAASIN AND IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOGOD, PROVINCE OF 
SOUTHERN LEYTE, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AMENDING 
FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 14 (I) OF BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 129, 
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 'THE JUDICIARY REORGANIZATION ACT OF 
1980', AS AMENDED 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. 
Two (2) additional branches of the Regional Trial Court in the 
1 
Eighth Judicial Region are hereby created and stationed in the City of 
2 
Maasin and in the Municipality of Sogod, all in the Province of Southern 
3 
Leyte.  
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The Supreme Court shall assign the respective branch numbers for 
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the newly created branches of the Regional Trial Court. 
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SEC 2. 
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the 
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Secretary of the Department of Justice, shall immediately include in the 
10 
Court’s program the operationalization of the additional branches of the 
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Regional Trial Court in the City of Maasin and in the Municipality of 
12 
Sogod, all in the Province of Southern Leyte. The funds necessary for the 
13 
operation of the courts herein created shall be appropriated and released 
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only upon the actual organization of the courts and the appointment of 
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its personnel.   
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SEC. 3.  
 
Section 14 (i) of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129, otherwise known as 
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“The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980”, as amended, and all other 
19 
laws, rules, and regulations which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby 
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amended, repealed, or modified accordingly. 
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SEC. 4. 
 
This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in 
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the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation. 
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Approved, 
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) te
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriquez
No.2449

EXPLANATORY NOTE

House

This bill seeks to declare the Kalapat Cave in Barangay Dansolihon, Cagayan de Oro City as
an ecotourism site.

Kalapat Cave is one of the tourist destinations in Cagayan de Oro City. Declaring the Kalapat
Cave an ecotourism site will result in the development and improvement of the tourist site. It
will also help the development of the local community.

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

RUFYS B. RODRIGUEZ


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

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriquez

249

House Bill No.

AN ACT
DECLARING KALAPAT CAVE IN BARANGAY DANSOLIHON, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY
AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Kalapat Cave Ecotourism Site. - The Kalapat Cave located in Barangay
Dansolihon, Cagayan de Oro City is hereby declared an ecotourism site.

Sec. 2. Kalapat Cave Ecotourism Master Plan. - Within one hundred twenty (120) days from
the approval of this Act, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (DENR) shall develop an ecotourism a master plan subject to the rules
and regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites. Said masterplan shall be
incorporated in the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), pursuant to Republic
Act No. 9593. otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009” and shall also include the
construction and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities in the area: Provided, That the
development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the scenery and
resources of the area.

Sec. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program
the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act and from internally generated funds of the DOT.

Sec. 4. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act shall be declared unconstitutional or
invalid, the other provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.

See. 5. Repealing Clause. - All laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, presidential decrees
and other issuances inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed
repealed or amended accordingly

Sec. 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Due to infrastructure barriers, some children are not able to continue with the 
standard path for formal education. In many parts of the country, families residing in 
remote barangays do not have access to educational institutions where they can 
pursue learning. Supporting the conversion of elementary school into an integrated 
school shall open an opportunity for children to access basic education. 
This bill seeks to convert Virac Elementary School into an integrated school in 
Barangay Virac, Municipality of Itogon, Province of Benguet, which shall be known 
as the Virac Integrated School. This shall provide and promote uninterrupted 
education to children, so they are encouraged to attend school.  
The schools, which shall provide elementary and secondary education, is envisioned 
to serve not only the children residing in the area but also those from adjacent and 
nearby barangays. This shall also boost the enrollment and attendance rates in these 
areas.  
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is highly recommended. 
ERIC GO YAP 
July 26, 2022
10:58 am
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
1st Regular Session 
House Bill No. ________ 
Introduced by Representative ERIC GO YAP 
AN ACT 
CONVERTING VIRAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BARANGAY VIRAC, 
MUNICIPALITY 
OF 
ITOGON, 
PROVINCE 
OF 
BENGUET 
INTO 
AN 
INTEGRATED SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS VIRAC INTEGRATED SCHOOL 
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Virac Elementary School in Barangay Virac, Municipality of 
Itogon, Province of Benguet is hereby converted into an integrated school to be known 
as Virac Integrated School. 
SEC. 2. All personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the Virac Elementary 
School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the Virac Integrated School. 
SEC. 3. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the 
Department’s program the operationalization of the Virac Integrated School, the 
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SEC. 4. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act within one hundred twenty (120) days after 
its effectivity. 
SEC. 5. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Nineteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 2376

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Government policies like newly enacted laws seemed to remain unnoticed in many
areas. One reason is perhaps the lack of information dissemination to the public. More
importantly, emergency information could not reach the populace in time when they
need it if information dissemination is absent.

To address this issue, the government needs to establish a radio or television station
where it is needed. In this manner, the information needed by the public to know will be
spread by the government owned radio or television station. Maasin City as a capital of

Southern Leyte Province is one area where a government radio station is needed.

In view of the foregoing, passage of this bill is hereby being earnestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Nineteenth Congress
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 2376

Introduced by Honorable Luz V. Mercado

AN ACT

ESTABLISHING A RADIO STATION OF THE BUREAU OF
BROADCAST SERVICES IN MAASIN CITY, PROVINCE OF
SOUTHERN LEYTE AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
Philippines in Congress assembled:
SECTION 1. There is hereby established a radio station of the
Bureau of Broadcast Services in Maasin City, Province of Southern
Leyte, in either amplitude modulation or frequency modulation.
SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Presidential Communications
Operations Office (PCOO) shall immediately include in the PCOO's
program the operationalization of the radio station in Maasin City, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.


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SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazelle or in a newspaper in general

circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
19th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ____ 
_______________________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
_______________________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND 
EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM GOVERNMENT SERVICE AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
It is not an overstatement to say that the men and women in the government service, 
particularly those who have committed most of their lifetime as government workers for twenty years 
or so, are dedicated and devoted public servants.  But beyond this statement, nothing much awaits 
them as they finally leave government service. 
This bill therefore aims to give due recognition to these government workers by the expedient 
act of promoting them one grade higher at the time of their retirement. 
This proposed automatic promotion upon retirement policy similar to the military service 
should likewise be extended to the civil service. 
Respectfully submitted. 
 BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
July 26, 2022
6:22 pm
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     Republic of the Philippines  
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
19th CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ____ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
Introduced by REP. BERNADETTE “DETTE” G. ESCUDERO 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND 
EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM GOVERNMENT SERVICE AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
Section 1.  Automatic Promotion.  - All government officials and employees who are eligible 
for compulsory retirement shall be granted an automatic promotion equivalent to One Grade Level 
Higher than his/her position at the time of retirement.  For this purpose, the adjusted Salary Grade 
Level of the retiree shall be used as the basis for the computation of his/her retirement. 
Sec. 2.  The Civil Service Commission in coordination with the Department of Budget and 
Management and the Government Service Insurance System shall formulate the necessary rules and 
regulations for the effective implementation of this Act. 
Sec. 3.  Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or at least two (2) newspaper of general circulation, whichever is earlier.  
  Approved, 
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