Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No3569_

Introduced by HON. DANTE S. GARCIA and HON. KENNETH PAOLO TERENG

EXPLANATORY NOTE.

The Philippines, being one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, faces constant
threats from typhoons, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural hazards. Time and again,
we've seen how these disasters damage homes, isolate communities, and put lives at risk. Sadly,
the most vulnerable are often the last to receive help — especially those in geographically isolated
and disadvantaged barangays.

This bill seeks to change that by bringing disaster preparedness to the grassroots. Through
the “Resilient Baryo Act,” every barangay in the Philippines will be equipped with a solar-
powered early warning and communication system — ensuring that no Filipino is left uninformed
when disaster strikes. Each municipality will also have its own Quick Response Team (QRT)
trained, equipped, and ready to act even before national aid arrives. Most importantly, this bill
empowers the youth by integrating disaster risk awareness and preparedness into the Senior High
School curriculum.

We may not be able to stop natural disasters, but we can ensure our communities are
prepared and resilient. With this measure, we transform every barangay into a stronghold of
readiness, unity, and life-saving action.

Immediate passage of this bill is eamestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO3969

Introduced by HON. DANTE S. GARCIA and HON. KENNETH PAOLO TERENG.

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A BARANGAY-LEVEL DISASTER RESILIENCE AND EARLY
WARNING CENTER IN EVERY MUNICIPALITY IN THE PHILIPPINES, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Resilient Baryo Act.”

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the policy of the State to promote the safety, disaster
preparedness, and resilience of all communities, especially those in disaster-prone and
geographically isolated areas. The State recognizes the need for localized systems to save lives
and protect livelihoods across all barangays in the country.

SEC. 3. Barangay-Level Early Waring System. - Each barangay in the Philippines shall establish
a “solar-powered early warning and communication system,” capable of alerting residents of
typhoons, floods, earthquakes, and other natural or human-induced hazards.

SEC. 4. Municipal Quick Response Teams (QRTs). - Every municipality shall organize and train
a localized Quick Response Team (QRT) composed of barangay volunteers, health workers, and
trained personnel to respond to emergencies before national aid arrives.


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SEC. 5. Disaster Education in Schools. - Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM)
education, including regular evacuation drills, climate change adaptation awareness, and
‘community-based preparedness strategies, shall be integrated into the Senior High School
curriculum in all public and private schools nationwide.

SEC. 6. Funding. - The initial funding for the implementation of this Act shall be sourced from
the annual General Appropriations Act (GAA), the National Disaster Risk Reduction and
Management Fund, and other goverment disaster management allocations. Local Government
Units (LGUs) are encouraged to allocate funds and seek partnerships with non-governmental
organizations (NGOs), civic groups, and the private sector for sustainability.

SEC. 7. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within sixty (60) days from the approval of this
‘Act, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), in coordination with the Office
of Civil Defense (OCD), shall issue the implementing rules and regulations (IRR).

SEC. 8. If any provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional or invalid, the other provisions not
affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect.

SEC. 9. Alll laws, decrees, executive orders, and other issuances inconsistent with the provisions
of this Act are hereby repealed or amended accordingly.

SEC. 10. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or
in newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,