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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS RECEIVED
First Regular Session onre: 21 JUL 2013

HOUSE BILL NO. 733

Introduced by Representative Harlin Cast. Abayon

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill proposes to amend Section 470 and 471 of the Local Government Code
providing for the appointment, qualifications, powers and duties of the Provincial, City or
Municipal Treasurer and the Assistant Treasurer, This measure proposes that the appointment of
the Provincial, City, and Municipal Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer be vested to the Governor
of the Province, or to the City or Municipal Mayor concerned.

This measure was previously filed by Senator Manny Villar in the 15“ Congress

Immediate passage of this bill is sought now in the 16" Congress.

HARLIN CAST. ABAYON
Representative
First District of Northem Samar


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Harlin Cast. Abayon

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AMENDING TITLE V, SECTION 470 (A), (8) AND SECTION 471 (A) OF RA 7160,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991

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

Section 1. Section 470 (A) of RA 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of
1991, herein after referred to as the Code, is hereby amended to read as follows:

“Section 470. Appointment, Qualifications, Powers, and Duties. -
(a) The Treasurer shall be appointed by the GOVERNOR OF THE PROVINCE,
OR THE CITY OR MUNICIPAL MAYOR CONCERNED, AS THE CASE MAY
BE, subject to civil service law, rules and regulations.”

Section 2. Section 470 (B) of RA 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of
1991, herein after referred to as the Code, is hereby amended to read as follows:

“Section 470, (b) The treasurer shall be under the DIRECT CONTROL AND
SUPERVISION of the govemor or mayor, as the case may be, to whom he shall
report regularly on the tax collection efforts in the local government unit.””

Section 3. Section 471 (A) of RA 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of
1991, herein after referred to as the Code, is hereby amended to read as follows:

“Section 471, Assistant Treasurer, - (a) An assistant treasurer may be appointed by the
GOVERNOR OF THE PROVINCE, OR THE CITY OR MUNICIPAL MAYOR
CONCERNED, AS THE CASE MAY BE, subject to civil service law, rules and
regulations.”


Section 4, Repealing Clause. All laws, rules and regulations, decrees, issuance or any part or
parts thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, modified or amended accordingly:

Section 5. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional,
the other provisions not affected hereby shall remain valid and subsisting.

Section 6. Effectivity Clause. This Act shall take effect 15 days after its complete publication in
the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers or of general circulation, whichever comes
first.

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Be ae 2013")
Quezon City \e — ee

‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The purpose of education is to provide an individual with knowledge, skills, competence
and desirable qualities of behavior to render him fit for the duties of life.

Education is imperative that it now has been enshrined in the Constitution mandating
the State not only to make education accessible to all but to uphold the right of all citizens to
quality education. In pursuance of this explicit constitutional mandate, Congress passed
Republic Act No. 6655 otherwise known as the Free Secondary Education Act.

The bill seeks to convert the Visita de Salog High School in barangay Salog, Goa
Camarines Sur into a national High School to be known as the Visita de Salog National High
School with the desire of promoting quality education as envisioned by the Constitution. The
Municipality of Goa does not have sufficient funds to support the needs of the school and its
increasing number of students, hence, the school and its students are currently suffering from
lack of facilities, materials and qualified faculty that are fundamental in promoting quality
education. There is an urgent need, therefore, to pass the burden to the national government if
only to pursue the constitutional mandate of promoting the right of citizens to quality
education

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

FELIX WILMAIB. FUENTEBELLA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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House siutno. 885

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B, FUENTEBELLA,

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE VISITA DE SALOG HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY SALOG, MUNICIPALITY OF
GOA, PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS
VISITA DE SALOG 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. Conversion into a National High School. The Visita De Salog High School in Barangay
Salog, Municipality of Goa, Province of Camarines Sur is hereby converted into a national high
school to be known as Visita De Salog National High School

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities, All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the
Visita De Salog High School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the Visita De Salog
National High School

SECTION 3. Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Visita De Salog National High School, the

funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 4, Implementation. ‘The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and regulations that
may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act

SECTION 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take 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 sino, 834

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The purpose of education is to provide an individual with knowledge, skills, competence
and desirable qualities of behavior to render him fit for the duties of life.

Education is imperative that it now has been enshrined in the Constitution mandating
the State not only to make education accessible to all but to uphold the right of all citizens to
quality education. In pursuance of this explicit constitutional mandate, Congress passed
Republic Act No. 6655 otherwise known as the Free Secondary Education Act.

The bill seeks to convert the Payatan High School in barangay Payatan, Goa Camarines
Sur into a national High School to be known as the Payatan National High School with the
desire of promoting quality education as envisioned by the Constitution. The Municipality of
Goa does not have sufficient funds to support the needs of the school and its increasing
number of students, hence, the school and its students are currently suffering from lack of
facilities, materials and qualified faculty that are fundamental in promoting quality education.
There is an urgent need, therefore, to pass the burden to the national government if only to
pursue the constitutional mandate of promoting the right of citizens to quality education.

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

FELIX WILYAMB. FUENTEBELLA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 834

Introduced by HON. FELIX WILLIAM B. FUENTEBELLA.

‘AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PAYATAN HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY PAYATAN , MUNICIPALITY OF GOA,
PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS PAYATAN
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Phil
assembled:

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SECTION 1. Conversion into a National High School. The Payatan High School in Barangay
Payatan, Municipality of Goa, Province of Camarines Sur is hereby converted into a national high
school to be known as Payatan National High School

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities. All personnel, assets, liabilities and records of the
Payatan High School are hereby transferred to and absorbed by the Payatan National High
School

SECTION 3. Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Payatan National High School, the funding
of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 4. Implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue rules and regulations that
may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SECTION 5. Effectivity. 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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 632

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE KIMI S. COJUANGCO

Explanatory Notes

This bill aims to convert the Alcala-Moncada Road into a national
road. This is an inter-provincial road that connects the provinces of
Pangasinan and Tarlac.

The Alcala-Moncada Road enhances economic growth by providing
easier farm to market access as well as easier access to commercial
areas. This road also bypasses the already congested Manila North Road
and aids in lessening the traffic on the MNR.

The conversion of this road into a national road will surely benefit
all motorists because the Alcala-Moncada Road is a frequently used road
that already meets the average daily traffic criteria needed for its
conversion. It also boasts sufficieht drainage structures as well as
bridges throughout the entire stretch which will help in the event of a
flood.

Converting the Alcala-Moncada Road will not only benefit motorists
but the Provincial government as well. There is fierce competition for the
scarce budget coming from the Provincial government. As a result, the
road might not be given the attention needed to maintain it and could
end up falling into disrepair which will inconvenience all motorists that
frequent this road. The conversion of this road into a national one would
also mean that the Provincial government would have an increased
budget to spend on other projects that also need much attention.


Clearly, converting the Alcala-Moncada Road into a national road
will not only benefit the people of Pangasinan and Tarlac, but all those
that use the road for one purpose or another.

In view of the forgoing, the immediate consideration and approval
of this bill is highly recommended.

HON. /KIMI S/ C ANGLO


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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE KIMI S. COJUANGCO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE ALCALA-MONCADA PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF ALCALA, PROVINCE OF PANGASINAN INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. The Alcala-Moncada Provincial Road in the Municipality
of Alcala, Province of Pangasinan is hereby converted into a national road
under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways
(DPWH).

Section 2. The Secretary of the DPWH shall include in its program

the improvement, maintenance and repair 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,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

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HOUSE BILL NO. 3 BY

Introduced by: REP. RAUL V. DEL MAR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The attached Bill seeks the construction of a circumferential road from Cebu
City's first district (North) to the second district (South).

Current economic activities in Cebu put in sharp focus the development
potentials of the City of Cebu and Metro Cebu, towards making it a prime growth
center and more. This kind of potentials and this kind of development, however, give
rise to some areas of concem. With Cebu City's and Metro Cebu's projected growth,
even the construction and improvement of basic infrastructures, roads, bridges and
flood control facilities in selected areas to alleviate the serious traffic situation now
obtaining will not be adequate in the near future, given the increasing and widening
areas of traffic.

Thus, it is for the above cited reasons that the construction of a circumferential

road is necessary in order to improve the transport and traffic situation in Cebu City
and Metro Cebu

rf V. DEL MAR



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City,

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: REP. RAUL V. DEL MAR

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CIRCUMFERENTIAL ROAD FROM
CEBU CITY'S FIRST DISTRICT (NORTH) TO THE SECOND DISTRICT (SOUTH)

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 a circumferential road from Cebu City's
First District (North) to the Second District (South).

SEC. 2. The amount needed to implement the provisions of this Act 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

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

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo. __ 88

Introduced by REP. ANTHONY G. DEL ROSARIO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the 21.96-kilometer Tagum City — Sto. Tomas Road in
the Province of Davao del Norte into a National Road.

Traversing the First and Second Districts of the Province, the said road network
connects Tagum City to the municipalities of Braulio E. Dujali and Sto. Tomas. It serves
as main thoroughfare to transport the goods of farming communities of surrounding
barangays. While considered as vital infrastructure link, the road badly needs immediate
repair. Thus, converting it into a national road is seen as the only viable solution to
guaranty necessary funds for its maintenance and expansion so as the promote the
socio-economic development in the area.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is eamnestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILLNo__ 68

Introduced by REP. ANTHONY G. DEL ROSARIO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE TAGUM CITY - STO. TOMAS ROAD IN THE PROVINCE OF
DAVAO DEL NORTE INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Tagum City — Sto. Tomas Road with a length of 21.96-
kilometer is hereby converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the improvement and maintenance of the 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.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least
two (2) national newspapers of general circulation

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO._ 657

Introduced by: Rep. Ma. Victoria R. Sy-Alvarado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

As the First Republic in Asia, our country must be proud of our strong democratic and
republican ideals as a nation. It was 12 June 1898 when General Emilio Aguinaldo declared
the Philippines free from the yoke of foreign subjugation. The upheaval of nationalistic fervor
leading to our independence was followed with cool and calm thought to make the gains for
Philippine democracy and republicanism more lasting and permanent through the enactment
of the first organic law for the Philippine Republic.

‘The significance of 23 January 1899 is the First Philippine Republic came into being
as the sovereign choice of the people. It is a conscious choice to reject dictatorial and
revolutionary government and establish for all the future Filipino generations the groundwork
for democracy.

It is therefore of much import that we need to commemorate 23 January every year.
As the beginning of Filipino democracy and self-government, indigenously concluded,
magnifies the political maturity and readiness of our forefathers at the turn of that century.

Our beliefs and aspirations as a nation, united in pursuit for life, liberty and enjoyment
of the benefits of our democracy, is encapsulated by our rich and noble history. I hope that
we can give due recognition with this great feat and achievement of our forefathers in
commemorating 23 January as a national holiday.

For this reason, the adoption of this measure is most sought for.

HON. MA. VICTORIA R. SY-ALVARADO



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" Congress
First Regular Session

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HOUSE BILL NO. 657

Introduced by: Rep. Ma. Victoria R. Sy-Alvarado

AN ACT DECLARING JANUARY 23 OF EVERY YEAR A NATIONAL HOLIDAY IN
‘THE ENTIRE COUNTRY TO COMMEMORATE THE DECLARATION OF THE FIRST
PHILIPPINE REPUBLIC

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

SECTION 1. To commemorate the declaration of the First Philippine Republic held at
the Barasoain Church in the City of Malolos, Province of Bulacan, January 23 of every year
is hereby declared a national holiday in the entire country.

SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its publication in at least two
(2) newspapers of general circulation in the Philippines.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 863

Introduced by Honorable Arturo B. Robes

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Constitution mandates the State to provide free elementary and secondary
education. With the implementation of Republic Act 6855 (Free Public Secondary Education
‘Act), the number of students wanting to avail of this benefit has increased, But this magnanimity
on the part of the State becomes useless in places where there are no school buildings and
teachers to speak of, hence, the need to establish more public secondary schools.

There is an overriding need for the establishment of a national high school in Barangay
San Rafael Ilin the City of San Jose Del Monte. While the current population of this Barangay is
only placed at 10.969, Its strategic location and accessibility, however, fully justifies the opening
therein of a national high schoo! that will further service the secondary education needs of four
other contiguous Barangays in the City, namely San Rafael |, San Rafael Ill, San Rafael IV and
San Rafael V, with a combined population of 54,054. All these Barangays constitute the United
Barangays of San Rafael within the Sapang Palay Resettlement Project. There is no public
secondary high schoo! that services these Barangays, as such, students in pursuit of secondary
education need to enroll in, travel to, and attend classes at State-run high schools in other
Barangays of the City and other adjoining towns.

This bill proposes the establishment of a national high school in Barangay San Rafael Il,
City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. It is made in response to the clamor of its residents to
uplift their social well-being and grant them convenient access to free and quality basic
education guaranteed them by the Constitution.

The approval of this bill is, thus, eamestly sought.

CONG. ARTI B. ROBES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

863

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Arturo B. Robes

“AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN
BARANGAY SAN RAFAEL II, CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE,
PROVINCE OF BULACAN, TO BE KNOWN AS THE SAN RAFAEL 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 National High School. There shall be established,
under the supervision of the Department of Education, a national high school in Barangay San
Rafael Il, City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, to be known as the San Rafael National High
School.

SECTION 2. Appropriations. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in
the Department's programs the operationalization of the San Rafael National High School, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. implementation. The Secretary of Education shall issue such rules and
regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SECTION 4. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen days after its publication in the
Official Gazette.
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House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. Gee

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE KIMI S. COJUANGCO

Explanatory Note

‘This bill secks the conversion of the Pao-Pozorrubio Road into a national
road. This road leads to the Manaoag Shrine, a popular tourist destination
located in the province of Pangasinan. This road also functions as a by-pass
road of the Pozorrubio-Binalonan-Manaoag Road and because it leads to
Manaoag Shrine, plays a large part in Pangasinan’s tourism growth.

The conversion of this road into a national road will surely benefit all
motorists because the Pao-Pozorrubio Road is a frequently used road that
already meets the average daily traffic criteria required for conversion into a
national road. The entire stretch of road boasts sufficient drainage
structures as well as bridges which will preserve it in the event of a flood.

The conversion of the Pao-Pozorrubio Road into a national road will not only
benefit motorists and tourists but the Provincial government as well, The
Provincial governments budget is limited which leads to a competition as to
where the funds are allocated. As a result, the road might not be given the
attention needed to maintain it and could end up falling into disrepair which
will inconvenience all motorists and tourists that frequent this road. The
conversion of this road into a national one would also mean that the
Provincial government would have an increased budget to spend on other
projects that are also in need of attention.

It is clear that converting the Pao-Pozorrubio Road into a national road will
prove beneficial to not just the motorists, but to the Provincial government
as well. By becoming a national road, the Pao-Pozorrubio Road will continue
to allow tourists to see one of the best sites the province has to offer.



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In view of the forgoing, the immediate consideration and approval of this bill

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House of Representatives
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
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HOUSE BILL NO.

INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE KIMI S. COJUANGCO

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PAO-POZORRUBIO PROVINCIAL ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF POZORRUBIO, PROVINCE OF PANGASINAN INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. The Pao-Pozorrubio Provincial Road in the Municipality of
Pozorrubio, Province of Pangasinan is hereby converted into a national road
under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways
(DPWH).

Section 2. The Secretary of the DPWH shall include in its program the
improvement, maintenance and repair 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,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 499

Introduced by Hon. Rodolfo G. Biazon

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Local Government Code of 1991 mandated the local government units t
discharge functions and responsibilities of national agencies and offices devolved to them,
including the provision of basic services at the barangay level ~ such as health care.

In 1995, Republic Act No. 7883 was enacted to boost the local government’s efforts
with regard to the provision of health care services at the barangay level. The law,
recognizing the importance of providing health care services to people in the barangay
through the primary health care approach, granted benefits and incentives to accredited
barangay health workers to help fulfill our government’s health care objectives,

While the passage of RA 7883 has indeed improved the administration of health
services down to the grassroots, something may still be done to improve on these gains.

‘This bill seeks to amend Section 6 of RA 7883, by granting travel allowances to
barangay health workers to aid in the fulfillment of their duties. This token amount,
admittedly, cannot markedly improve the financial position of health workers. It can,
however, help defray the cost of transportation that they incur in the performance of their
duties. More importantly, it will also exhibit our local governments’ appreciation of their
heroic efforts.

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

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RODOLFO G. BIAZON
Representative
Lone District, Muntinlupa City


Republic of the Phili
HOUSE OF REPRESEN’
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS,

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 89

Introduced By Hon. Rodolfo G. Biazon

AN ACT
GRANTING TRAVEL ALLOWANCES TO BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS,
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7883, OT!
KNOWN AS ‘THE BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS’ BE
INCENTIVES ACT OF 1995,’ AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1

The following paragraph is hereby inserted after Section 6(b) of
Republic Act No. 7883:

“SEC. 6. Incentives and Benefits.

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“TO AID IN THE FULFILLMENT OF THEIR DUTIES,
ITLED TO A
TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE OF NOT MORE THAN FIVE

HUNDRED PESOS — (P500,00) PER MONTH, SUBJECT TO
LIQUIDATION.”

Sec. 2. Repealing Clause. — All laws, decrees, executive orders, issuances, rules and
regulations inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly

Sec. 3. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation.

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17 by virtue of Republic Act No. 8470 which was enacted into law on January 30, 1998.
18 This was overwhelmingly ratified by the populace who wanted to chart their destiny as an
19 independent political subdivision during the plebiscite conducted on March 8 of the same
20 year.

Every year since then, the province celebrates March 8 as its Foundation Day. It

|23 has always been a significant date not only in commemorating the humble beginnings of
24 , but more so because the fateful day affords its political leadership and
5 nis the chance to rededicate themselves to Compostela Valley's well-being and
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3 day in Compostela Valley Province in order to give its citizens the chance to organize
3] and stage appropriate ceremonies in honor of their foundation day.

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Y Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

3 Quezon City

a First Regular Session

6 SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

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8 House Bill No. 5 v 6
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Introduced by Rep. Maria Carmen S. Zamora and Rep. Rommel C, Amatong

AN ACT.
DECLARING MARCH 8 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE

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

/ SECTION 1. March 8 of every year is hereby declared as a special non-working holiday
= in Compostela Valley Province.

2 SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by: REP. RAUL V. DEL MAR

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks the conversion of Four (4) Mountain Barangay Road Sections
within the First Congressional District of Cebu City to National Roads.

The conversion of these four (4) Mountain Barangay Road Sections of
Talamban-Lusaran Road; Lusaran-Adlaon-Taptap Road; Pit-os-Guba-Sirao Road;
and Agsungot-Guba Road to National Roads will greatly help the farmers in
transporting their agricultural products from their farms to the different markets and
trading centers in the City of Cebu and other neighboring cities and municipalities.
The barangays traversed by these Road Links are considered the vegetable and
flower basket of the City of Cebu.

Other Agencies like the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Health,
the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the Department of Tourism
and the Philippine National Police will also benefit from this conversion as they will
have also an easy access to these mountain Barabbas to implement their respective
programs for the upliftment of the people in these areas as these roads will then be
properly maintained by the Department of Public works and Highways after its
conversion.

In view of the foregoing, approval of the proposed measure is earnestly

requested.

RAUL V. DEL MAR


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

mo

HOUSE BILL NO. ides

Introduced by: REP. RAUL V. DEL MAR

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE FOUR (4) BARANGAY ROAD SECTIONS OF TALAMBAN —
LUSARAN ROAD, LUSARAN - ADLAON - TAPTAP ROAD, PIT-OS - GUBA -
SIRAO ROAD, AND AGSUNGOT - GUBA ROAD WITHIN THE FIRST
CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF CEBU CITY TO NATIONAL ROADS AND
PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The following mountain barangay roads within the First
Congressional District of Cebu City are hereby converted into national roads:

(a) Talamban - Lusaran Road (from Junction Gov. Cuenco Ave. to Lusaran
Bridge in Barangay Lusaran);

(b) Lusaran — Adlaon — Taptap Road (from Junction Talamban — Lusaran Road
to Transcentral Highway in Barangay Taptap);

(c) Pit-os - Guba — Sirao Road (from Junction Talamban — Lusaran Road to
Junction Transcentral Highway in Barangay Sirao); and

(d) Agsungot - Guba Road (from Junction Talamban - Lusaran Road in
Barangay Guba).

SEC. 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall
include in its program the improvement, maintenance and repair of the
aforementioned roads, the funding of which shall be included in the Annual General
Appropriations Act following the approval of this Act.

SEC. 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bi.no. 129

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Unlike any other noble profession, teaching is perhaps the type that calls for the
need that te

To achieve this end, teachers in either public or private should be enabled or
better stil 3 Lge
having to borrow money or financial resources from ‘loan sharks’ who now have run a

profitable cottage a Catering to the rather sad socio-economic plight ofa sizeable
populatio

ing thomsewves in. , their

improved salaries and allowances have not truly reached a desired ae oo there will
be no need of them looking for sources of funds through loans or lending schemes that

Under this proposal therefore, the Se
special loan window that would cater to grat

the private sector who wish to avail of loans a iinet ae
prevailing interest rates.

ly lower than



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
2g

HOUSE BILL NO. =" ©

Introduced by Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo

AN ACT
AUTHORIZING THE SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM TO OPEN A SPECIAL LOAN
WINDOW OTHER THAN THAT OF EMERGENCY LOAN FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL
‘TEACHERS AND PRESCRIBING LOW INTEREST RATE FOR ITS REPAYMENT AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Be it enacted in the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Republic of the
Philippines in Congress assert

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “Private School Teachers Special
943

SEC. 2. Every bonafide member of the Social Security System shall henceforth
i and apply for loa incial assistance under the Specia!
Loan Window as maybe be granted for every private school teacher by the system at
interest rate of repayment lower than prevailing or current interest rate.

SEC. 3. Under this Act, any other form of financial assistance that could be
availed of particularly an emergency loan should be deemed different and separate from
this specia! i

winds:

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect thirty (30) days after its approval and
publication in at feast (3) newspapers ral cit and in the Official
Gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippit Ly
pI ippines q REPRESS

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BN
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onteQ {JUL 2013
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS 5
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo,_ 437

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This Bill, which was previously filed in the 15" Congress and approved by the
House of Representatives on third reading, seeks to convert the Agoo-Sto. Tomas-Tubao
Road in the Province of La Union into a national road.

The Second District of La Union is the gateway to the North. Many residents,
visitors, entrepreneurs and most especially the farmers prefer to travel by land to reach
the Ilocos region and Baguio City. Farmers especially need roads that are in good
condition to take their produce to the markets in a fast and efficient manner. However,
some provincial roads are not properly maintained mainly due to lack of funds. The
deplorable condition of some of these roads poses a hazard to the public and a hindrance
to the growth of the area.

It is thus imperative that the government provide roads that are in tip-top condition
to afford convenient, quick and safe travel for all. This will definitely boost the economy
of the District and accessibility to the rest of the Province. :

What would further enhance the productivity of the region would be the

nationalization of some of its roads. Doing so would improve the economic activities of

the area and businesses could continue even during inclement weather and at times when

other roads are damaged. 4
This bill then seeks to convert the Agoo-Sto. Tomas-Tubao road into a national

road. The problems aforementioned will be resolved with this conversion as support will


be available from the national government and through funds allocated for congressional
districts.

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



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. _437

Introduced by HON. EUFRANIO C. ERIGUEL, M.D.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE AGOO - STO. TOMAS - TUBAO ROAD IN THE
PROVINCE OF LA UNION INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. The Agoo-Sto. Tomas-Tubao Road in the Province of La Union 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 the said road, the

funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 3. 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, :
4,
RECEIVED
Republic of the Philippines 01 JUL 2013
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES <
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 8336

Introduced by Hon, Sol Aragones

EXPLANATORY NOTE

R.A. 7883 is The Barangay Health Workers’ (BHW) Benefits and Incentives Act of
1995 and is the law that grants benefits and incentives to accredited BHWs for voluntary
health services rendered to the community.

A barangay health worker is defined as a person who has undergone training
programs under any accredited government and non-government organization and who
primarily renders health care services voluntarily in the community after having been
accredited to function as such by the concerned Local Health Board in accordance with the
guidelines promulgated by the Department of Health. In order for BHWs to be entitled to
benefits and incentives, they must register with their respective Local Health Board.

Barangay health workers are essential in making possible community and individual
access to health information and services necessary for a healthier populace. These health
workers aid in educating the people in the grass roots in areas such as maternal and child
health, family planning, and nutrition. They are especially valuable in the far flung provinces
where government hospitals and doctors are several hours away. They are both at the
frontline and are the only semblance of public health care in many corners of our country.

In appreciation of these efforts by our barangay health workers, there is a need to
amend the law to improve the benefits that they are entitled to.

MERE
OL ONES

Representative, 3 District of Laguna


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS.
First Regular Session

House Bill No. _336

Introduced by Hon. Sol Aragones

AN ACT
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7883

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

SECTION 1. Section 6 of Republic Act No. 7883, also known as "An Act Granting
Benefits and Incentives to Accredit Barangay Health Workers and for Other Purposes", is

hereby amended to read as follows:

Section 6. Incentives and Benefits. - In recognition of their services,
all accredited barangay health workers who are actively and regularly
performing their duties shall be entitled to the following incentives and
benefits:

ey MONTHLY HONORARIUM. — A BARANGAY HEALTH
WORKER SHALL RECEIVE A MONTHLY HONORARIUM OF FOUR
THOUSAND PESOS (P4,000.00). THIS SHALL BE SOURCED FROM
THE FUNDS OF THE BARANGAY CONCERNED.

G. MANDATORY INSURANCE. —- A BARANGAY HEALTH
WORKER SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH MANDATORY ACCIDENT
INSURANCE BY THE CONCERNED LOGAL GOVERNMENT UNIT.


SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. — Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive
order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule or regulation contrary to or inconsistent
with, the provisions of this Act is hereby repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

SECTION 3. Effectivity Clause. ~ This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

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? SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

597

HOUSE BILL No.

Introduced by Hon. Carol Jayne B. Lopez _

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Philippines is known to celebrate the longest Christmas holidays. Once
the “ber” months approach, Filipinos are already in yuletide mode and vacation and
bonding moments with the family are already being planned. This makes up the
Filipino christmas spirit.

Under the Administrative Code of 1987, there are four regular holidays from
December 25 up to January 1, to wit: Christmas day, Jose Rizal Day, December 31
as a nationwide special holiday being the last day of the year and January 1. That
being the case, in a span of eight days,excluding a saturday and sunday, four days
are regular holidays and only two days are considered working days.

This bill therefore, with special regard to the concerns of the business sector,
seeks to institutionalize the observance of the holidays from December 25 —
January 1 as special non-working days. To make up for the two days that are
normally working days and for the protection of the business sector, it is suggested
that any two saturdays in the month of December but before December 25, at the
option of the employee, be considered as working days.

The approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

CAROL JAYNE B. LOPEZ
epresentative


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS:
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 597

Introduced by Hon. Carol Jayne B. Lopez

AN ACT DECLARING DECEMBER 25-31 AND JANUARY 1
AS SPECIAL NON-WORKING HOLIDAYS

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

SECTION 1. The eight (8) working days from December 25-31 and January 1
shall be observed as non-working holidays. For this purpose, any two Saturdays in
the month of December and before December 25 shall be considered regular
working days.

SECTION 2. This Act shall takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIV!
‘Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL N 736

Introduced by Representative Harlin Cast. Abayon

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Government invests heavily in educational through state colleges and universities. Hence,

priority should be given to qualified honor graduates of public schools in the recruitment of civil
service personnel. This would also serve as an incentive for students in government-funded

schools to excel academically.

This measure was previously filed by Senator Manny Villar in the 15" Congress. Passage

of this Bill is earnestly sought now in the 16% Congress.

Cae

HARLIN CAST. ABAY!
Representative
First District of Northern

Si



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

736

HOUSE BILLN

Introduced by Representative Harlin Cast. Abayon

ANACT
GRANTING PRIORITY TO HONOR GRADUATES OF STATE COLLEGES
AND STATE UNIVERSITIES IN THE APPOINMENT OF
CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES

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 "Public Honor Graduates Priority Act."

Section 2. Priority in Appointment. - In the appointment of civil service employees, priority shall
be given to honor graduates of state colleges and state universities of the Philippines: Provided,
That the employee possesses all the minimum qualifications for the position as required by law.

Section 3. Penalties. - In the exercise of its disciplinary authority, the Civil Service Commission
shall impose the following administrative sanctions for any willful violation of this act.

(1) First violation - suspension of one (1) month without pay;

(2) Second Violation- suspension of two (2) months without pay; and

3) Third ViOlation and subsequent violations hereof - suspension of six (6) months without
Pay.

Section 4, Rules and Regulation. - The Civil Service Commission shall prescribe the rules and
regulations necessary to implement this Act. The Civil Service Commission shall furnish the
Senate and the House of Representatives a copy of the rules and regulations within ninety (90)
days afier approval of this Act.

Section 5. Separability Clause. - If any provision, or part hereof, is held invalid or
unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provision not otherwise affected shall remain
valid and subsisting


Section 6. Repealing Clause. - Any law, presidential decree, or issuance, executive order, letter of
instruction, administrative order, rule and regulation contrary to or inconsistent with the
provisions of this Act is hereby repealed, modified or amended accordingly.

Section 7. Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,