Republic of the Philippines  
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 
Introduced by: HON. ROMEO S. MOMO, SR. 
20th Congress of the Philippines (2025– 2028) 
District Representative, Surigao del Sur 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Barangay Payasan, located in Lianga, Surigao del Sur, has undergone significant progress 
and an increase in its population. The reclassification of certain parcels of land will expedite the 
execution of infrastructure projects, housing programs, and other development activities that will 
be advantageous to the growing population of the barangay and of the Municipality of Lianga. 
This legislation seeks to promote the responsible and fair utilization of land, while also 
considering the requirements of the community, the preservation of the environment, and the well-
being of society. It offers methods for the effective administration and exploitation of the classed 
land to prevent misuse and guarantee its intended use. 
Furthermore, this bill underscores the importance of public consultation and participation 
in the decision-making process regarding the reclassification of land. It recognizes the rights of 
indigenous peoples and other stakeholders who may be affected by the reclassification and 
mandates their involvement in the planning and implementation of development projects in the 
area. 
Ultimately, this legislation represents a significant move towards fostering comprehensive 
and enduring growth in Barangay Payasan, Lianga, Surigao del Sur. It also demonstrates the 
government's dedication to the well-being and advancement of its populace. In view of the 
foregoing, the early approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
ROMEO S. MOMO SR. 
First District, Surigao del Sur 
July 2, 2025
2:04 pm
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Republic of the Philippines  
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 
Introduced by: HON. ROMEO S. MOMO, SR. 
“AN ACT RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN PARCELS OF TIMBERLAND LOCATED 
IN BARANGAY PAYASAN, LIANGA, SURIGAO DEL SUR AS ALIENABLE AND 
DISPOSABLE LANDS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES” 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in. Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Reclassification as Alienable and Disposable Land. 
-- Certain portions of land located in P-7 Luha, Barangay Payasan, Lianga, Surigao del 
Sur, with total area of Seventy One Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty Seven square meters 
(71,887 sqm),  are hereby converted from timberland to alienable and disposable land. 
These respective parcels of land are particularly described as follows: 
Point 
Longitude 
Latitude 
1 
126.085086 
8.619610 
2 
126.085087 
8.619610 
3 
126.084971 
8.619617 
4 
126.085350 
8.618718 
5 
126.085421 
8.618507 
6 
126.085511 
8.618507 
7 
126.085766 
8.618385 
8 
126.085948 
8.618417 
9 
126.086327 
8.618433 
10 
126.087508 
8.618356 
11 
126.087660 
8.618396 
12 
126.088047 
8.618492 
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13 
126.088868 
8.618741 
14 
126.088868 
8.618395 
 
 
 
SECTION 2. Implementing Rules and Regulations.  The Department of 
Environment and Natural Resources shall issue the necessary rules and regulations for the 
effective implementation of this Act. 
  
 
SECTION 3. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation.