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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 939
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
On June 15, 1968, Republic Act 5412 or the “Charter of the City of General Santos” took 
effect, converting the Municipality of General Santos in the Province of South Cotabato into the 
independent City of General Santos. 
RA 5412 is one of the most important pieces of Filipino legislation in the history of the 
City of General Santos. It recognized the common desire of the people of the City of General 
Santos, or Generals, for a better life by pursuing progress through perseverance – a vision passed 
down by the city’s visionary namesake, Paulino T. Santos Sr., to us, the current generation. 
Today, the highly-urbanized City of General Santos, home to more than half a million 
people, is a leading agro-industrial hub in Region XII. It stands as one of the most competitive 
cities in the country, ranking 8th in Mindanao in 2018, on its 50th year of being. 
The city charter undeniably ignited the community’s “remarkable development by leaps 
and bounds” and woke up “this once sleepy town known as Dadiangas” into the Boom City of 
the South. 
As a city, it ought to commemorate that day of transformation to reflect on the decades of 
dedication that made the City of General Santos into what it is today. 
In view thereof, the immediate approval of this measure is earnestly sought. 
SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES 
July 1, 2025
3:27 pm


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 939 
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
AN ACT 
DECLARING JUNE 15 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING 
HOLIDAY 
IN 
THE 
CITY 
OF 
GENERAL 
SANTOS 
IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS CITY CHARTER ANNIVERSARY 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. June 15 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday in 
the City of General Santos in commemoration of its City Charter Anniversary. 
SECTION 2. 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 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No.517 
Introduced by TUCP Party-List 
Rep. RAYMOND DEMOCRITO C. MENDOZA 
AN ACT 
STRENGTHENING WORKERS RIGHT TO SECURITY OF TENURE AND 
CRIMINALIZING LABOR-ONLY CONTRACTING, 
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE ARTICLES 106 TO 109 OF BOOK III, 
ARTICLES 294 (2791 TO 296 (2811 OF BOOK VI, AND ARTICLE 303 (288] 
OF BOOK VII OF PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 442, OTHERWISE 
KNOWN AS VTHE LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, AS AMENDED
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Title. This Act shall be known as the "Security of Tenure Act." 
SECTION 2. Article 106 of Presidential Decree 442, as amended, otheiwise known 
as the Labor Code of the Philippines is hereby repealed and substituted as follows: 
"ARTICLE 106. PROHIBITION OF CONTRACTUALIZATION AND 
FIXED 
TERM 
EMPLOYMENT. 
ALL 
FORMS 
OF 
CONTRACTUALIZATION AND FIXED TERM EMPLOYMENT ARE 
HEREBY PROHIBITED. 
VIOLATIONS SHALL CONSTITUTE 
UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICE AND SHALL BE DEEMED UNLAWFUL 
AND PENAL IN NATURE AND WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL 
PROSECUTION. 
THERE IS CONTRACTUALIZATION WHENEVER AN EMPLOYER 
ENTERS INTO A CONTRACT WITH ANOTHER PERSON FOR THE 
PERFORMANCE OF THE FORMER'S WORK. THIS INCLUDES 
WORKING ARRANGEMENTS WHEREBY: 
a. A PRINCIPAL AGREES TO CONTRACT OUT OR FARM OUT
WITH A CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR, MANPOWER
AGENCY, WORKERS' COOPERATIVE, OR A SIMILAR OR
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 941
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This Bill seeks to establish a Technical Education and Skills Development Authority 
(TESDA) District Office in General Santos City.  
Currently, the substantial technical and vocational education and training (TVET) needs 
of institutions and stakeholders in both General Santos City and the Province of Sarangani are 
being served by the TESDA SarGen Office, which covers both areas.  However, these needs 
would be more effectively addressed through the creation of a separate TESDA District Office in 
General Santos City. This will ensure that the distinct requirements of each locality are properly 
attended to, without diminishing the dedicated service to Sarangani. 
Moreover, General Santos City was classified as a highly urbanized city on September 5, 
1988, and is thus completely independent of both South Cotabato and Sarangani Provinces from 
fiscal, administrative, political, and legal standpoints. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of this Bill is earnestly sought. 
SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES 
July 1, 2025
3:38 pm


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 941 
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
AN ACT 
CREATING A TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 
AUTHORITY (TESDA) DISTRICT OFFICE IN GENERAL SANTOS CITY, TO BE 
KNOWN AS TESDA GENERAL SANTOS CITY DISTRICT OFFICE,  
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
Philippines in Congress assembled: 
Section 1. A regular district office of the Technical Education and Skills Development 
Authority (TESDA) is hereby created in General Santos City, to be known as “TESDA General 
Santos City District Office”. 
Section 2. The Secretary General of TESDA shall immediately include in the Authority’s 
program the operationalization of a regular TEDSA District Office, the initial funding of which 
shall charged against the current year’s appropriation of the existing provincial office.  
Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the continued operations of the regular TESDA 
District Office shall be included in the annual GAA. 
Section 3. The Secretary General of TESDA  shall issue such rules and refgulations 
necessary for the effective implementation of this Act. 
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 
Constitution Hills, Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ________ 
Introduced by Lone District of Agusan del Norte Representative 
HON. DALE B. CORVERA 
AN ACT 
DECLARING AUGUST 1 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF NASIPIT, PROVINCE OF AGUSAN 
DEL NORTE, TO BE KNOWN AS THE “ARAW NG NASIPIT” 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
As early as the 1880s, Nasipit has been recorded in Spanish text as a pueblo. It was 
originally a part of Butuan. Nasipit shoreline is formed in a claw-like shape or “sipit” from 
which “Nasip-it” is derived. Because of its submarine topography and strategic geographical 
location, Nasipit prospered as a major destination for trading ships and served as a gateway for 
Agusan and neighboring provinces. 
Nasipit was officially separated from the municipality of Butuan on 01 August 1929. It 
became a municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 181, issued by Acting Governor-
General Eugene Gilmore of the United States Army. Today, it is composed of 19 barangays. 
Recognizing its strategic geographical location for trade in the region, Nasipit was 
identified by the Caraga Regional Development Council, through Resolution Number 44, 
serries of 1996, as the Regional Agri-Industrial Growth Center of the Caraga Region. It houses 
the Nasipit Agusan del Norte Industrial Estate (NANIE) which is envisioned and designed to 
be the industrial, manufacturing and logistics center of Agusan del Norte. 
To commemorate the rich history and development of the Municipality of Nasipit, and 
to honor the vital contribution of Nasipitnons to its socioeconomic progress, this representation 
believes that August 1 of every year should be declared as a special non-working holiday in 
the Municipality of Nasipit, Province of Agusan del Norte. 
In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
DALE B. CORVERA 
Representative 
Lone District of Agusan del Norte 
July 1, 2025
5:55 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Constitution Hills, Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO.  ________ 
Introduced by Lone District of Agusan del Norte Representative 
HON. DALE B. CORVERA 
AN ACT 
DECLARING AUGUST 1 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NON-WORKING 
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF NASIPIT, PROVINCE OF AGUSAN 
DEL NORTE, TO BE KNOWN AS THE “ARAW NG NASIPIT” 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. August 1 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday in 
the Municipality of Nasipit, Province of Agusan del Norte, to be known as “Araw ng Nasipit” 
in commemoration of its foundation day. 
SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official 
Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved, 
1000
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 6 2 
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INTRODUCED BY REPRESENTATIVE JURDIN JESUS M. ROMUALDO 
AN ACT 
PROHIBITING THE UNAUTHORIZED 
BROADCAST OF 
IMAGES OR 
VIDEOS OF VICTIMS OF CRIME OR ACCIDENT OR OF PERSONS WHO 
HA VE 
COMMITTED 
SUICIDE 
AND 
PROVIDING 
PENALTIES FOR 
VIOLATION THEREOF 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of the Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Short Title. -
This Act shall be known as the "Victims 
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Privacy Protection Act." 
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SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the declared policy of the State to 
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value the dignity of every human person and guarantee full respect for human rights. 
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Toward this end, the State shall uphold and protect the integrity and dignity of 
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individuals who are victims of crimes and accidents, or suicide victims and ensure 
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that their rights to privacy and respect are not compromised by unauthorized 
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or exploitative use of technology. 
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SEC. 3. Prohibited Acts. - It shall be unlawful for any person to broadcast by 
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any means, without consent of the victim or the victim's family, the image, video, 
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or details of a person who is a victim of any crime or accident, or of any person who 
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has committed suicide. 
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Likewise, it shall be unlawful for any person to use such image or video in a manner that 
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may be deemed as disrespectful, derogatory, or prejudicial to the honor, dignity and 
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privacy of the victim. 
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SEC. 4. Exemptions. - Duly franchised and authorized television and radio networks, 
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including duly licensed print media, may, and in accordance with the existing ethical and
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENATATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

553

HOUSE BILL NO.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill which seeks to declare July 27 of each year as Special Non- Working Holiday has
already been approved by the House of Representatives on its 3" and final reading in the 17" and 18"
Congress. It has for its purpose the amendment of Republic Act No. 9645, otherwise known as the
“Commemoration of the Founding Anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo Act” which merely declares July
27 of each year as a Special National Working Holiday.

‘Among the national holidays our country celebrates are Maundy Thursday (Thursday before
Easter), Good Friday (Thursday before Friday, Christmas Day (December 25 of each year), and Eid-
ul-Fitr (end of Ramadan). They were declared as national holidays because of their importance and
significance to various faiths. With millions of members not only in the Philippines but throughout the
world, the Iglesia ni Cristo has for more than a hundred years evidently demonstrated its significant
contribution to nation development and welfare. We are witness to their vast and immeasurable
contribution to the nation through their faith reflecting out national identity, culture and values.

So as to fully recognize the significant contribution of the Iglesia ni Cristo and its members to
nation-building, July 27 of every’ year shall be declared as a Special Non-Working Holiday throughout
the Philippines and not merely as a Special National Working Holiday

Hence, the expedient approval of the bill.



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENATATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO.993.

AN ACT DECLARING JULY 27 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NATIONAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT
NO. 9645, NOTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “COMMEMORATION OF THE
FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO ACT”

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

SECTION L. Section 3 of Republic Act No.9645 is hereby amended to read as follows:

"SEC

|. National Holiday. - July27 of every year is

here by declared [as] a special national [working] NONWORKING holiday in commemoration
of the founding anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo in the Philippines."

SECTION 2. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publi
the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENATATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 5 5 9 
Introduced by Representative MARLYN L. PRIMICIAS-AGABAS 
AN ACT PROVIDING ALL BARANGAY OFFICIALS, INCLUDING 
BARANGAY TANODS, MEMBERS OF THE LUPON NG TAGAPAMAYAPA, 
BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS, AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT WORKERS 
A LUMP SUM RETIREMENT PAY EQUIVALENT TO ONE (1) YEAR 
HONORARIUM, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 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 393 of Republic Act No. 7160, as amended otherwise known 
as the "Local Government Code of 1991 ", is hereby amended to read as follows: 
"SEC. 393. Benefits of Barangay Officials. - (a) Barangay officials, including 
Barangay tanods and members of the Lupong Tagapamayapa, shall receive 
honoraria, allowances, and such other emoluments as may be authorized by law 
or Barangay, municipal or city ordinance in accordance with the provisions of 
this Code, but in no case shall it be less than One Thousand Pesos (Pl,000.00) per 
month for the punong Barangay and Six Hundred pesos (P600.00) per month for 
the sangguniang Barangay members, Barangay treasurer, and Barangay 
secretary; Provided, however, That the annual appropriations for personal 
services shall be subject to the budgetary limitations prescribed under Title Five, 
Book II of this Code. 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill Na - 984

Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2" District, Ilocos Norte

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This measure earnestly seeks the conversion of some of the major
provincial roads in the Municipalities of Badoc, Paoay, and Pinili, and the City
of Batac, all within the metes and bounds of the 2"! District of Ilocos Norte,
into national roads.

The creation of roads or the conversion of such provincial roads into
national roads will highly contribute not only to the local government units
involved, but also to the entirety of Region I. When converted to national
roads, these provincial roads will reach its optimum potential in mobilizing
the region’s economic development.

Therefore, the immediate enactment of this bill is earnestly sought.

ANGE! ‘COS BARBA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No:_984

Introduced by me ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2™ District, Ilocos Norte

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONVERSION OF BADOC-APATOT
ROAD, BADOC-POBLACION ROAD,
TAPAO-PAGSANAHAN-ALOGOOG ROAD, AND STA.
CRUZ-PANAGSAHAN ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BADOC,
BATAC-POBLACION ROAD,
BATAC-PALONGPONG-CAMADINGAN ROAD, BATAC
PROCESSIONAL ROAD, BATAC-SHORT CUT ROAD, AND
CAMANDINGAN-SARRAT ROAD IN THE CITY OF BATAC,
PAOAY-BATAC ROAD, PAOAY LAKE ROAD,
PAOAY-PROCESSIONAL ROAD, AND PAOAY-TAYTAY-PASIL
ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PAOAY, AND
PINILI-NAGTRIGOAN ROAD AND BATAC-PINILI ROAD IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF PINILI IN THE 2%? DISTRICT OF THE
PROVINCE OF ILOCOS NORTE FROM PROVINCIAL ROADS INTO
NATIONAL ROADS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR,

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

SECTION 1. It is hereby declared that the following provincial roads,

namely: Badoc-Apatot Road, Badoc-Poblacion Road,
‘Tapao-Pagsanahan-Alogoog Road, and Sta. Cruz-Pagsanahan Road in the
Municipality of Badoc; Batac-Poblacion Road,

Batac-Palongpong-Camandingan Road, Batac Processional Road, Batac-Short
Cut Road, and Camandingan-Sarrat Road in the City of Batac; Paoay-Batac
Road, Paoay Lake Road, Paoay-Processional Road, and Paoay-Taytay-Pasil
Road in the Municipality of Paoay; and Pinili-Nagtrigoan Road and
Batac-Pinili Road in the Municipality of Pinili, all in the 2" District of locos
Norte, and under the ownership and supervision of the Provincial
Government of Hocos Norte, be converted into national roads, the ownership
and supervision of which belongs to the national government.

SECTION 2. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
shall prescribe the implementing rules and regulations necessary for the
evaluation, approval, and implementation of this Act.


SECTION 3. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and
Highways shall include in the Department's program the construction,
expansion, improvement, repair, and/or maintenance of the said roads, the
funding of which shall be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act
(GAA).

SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 5 6 2 
Introduced by Rep. Jaime R. Fresnedi 
AN ACT 
PROIDBITING THE MALICIOUS DISSEMINATION OF FALSE INFORMATION OR THE 
WILLFUL MAKING OF ANY THREAT CONCERNING BOMBS, EXPLOSIVES OR ANY 
SIMILAR DEVICE OR MEANS OF DESTRUCTION, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES 
THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION I. Short Title. - This act shall be known as the ·'Anti-Bomb Joke Act". 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to 
undertake all measures to protect its citizens from the unnecessary yet damaging effects to life 
and property of false information and threats on bombs, explosives, incendiary devices and 
other destructive forces of similar nature or characteristics. 
SEC. 3. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act: 
(a) High density areas -refer to areas which are regularly populated with people including
but not limited to public places like national roads, shopping malls, public parks,
airports, seaports, bus terminals, train stations, hotels and inns, or any place where
people are gathered for an event;
(b) Sensitive areas - refer to those areas that are subject to high risk upon violation of this
Act because of the magnitude of the consequences that may arise such as possible losses
in productivity, resources, services, and religious values, notwithstanding the number
of people present therein, including but not limited to government offices, educational
institutions, hospitals, churches of other places of worship.
SEC. 4. Prohibited Act. -No person shall, by word of mouth or through the use of mail, 
electronic mail, telephone, cellular phone, fax machine, telegraph, printed materials, video 
recording, social media and other instrument or means of communication, willfully make any 
threat or maliciously convey, communicated, transmit, impart, pass on, or otherwise 
disseminate false information, knowing the same to be false, concerning an attempt or alleged 
attempt being made to kill, injure, or destroy any building, vehicle, or other real or personal 
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 961

Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego “Ping” D. Remulla

AN ACT
AMENDING THE GROUNDS FOR LEGAL SEPARATION UNDER ARTICLE 55
OF THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article II, Section 12 of the 1987 Constitution mandates the State to “protect and
strengthen the family as a basic autonomous social institution.” In addition, Article XV, Section
3 mandates the State to defend “The right of children to assistance, including proper care and
nutrition, and special protection from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation and other
conditions prejudicial to their development.”

As highlighted by the Philippine Commission on Women, according to the 2022
National Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS), 17.5% of Filipino women aged 15-49 years
old have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional violence from intimate partners. In 2021,
there 8,399 cases of physical violence, 1,791 rape cases, and 1,505 acts of lasciviousness,
according to official data.

In addition, the PSA’s 2024 Fact Sheet on Women and Men in the Philippines reveals
the continued vulnerability of child abuse. The DSWD also recorded more than 2000 cases of
child abuse in 2023.



This reflects an urgent call to strengthen legal mechanisms for protecting individuals
and children from violence within the family. This proposed amendment seeks to include
physical and/or sexual violence or abusive conduct as grounds for legal separation. This aims
to empower survivors with timely legal remedies and reinforce the State’s commitment to

human dignity and protection under the law.
In view of the foregoing, the approval of this measure is earnestly sought.

RL

CRISPIN DIEGO “PING” D. REMULLA


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _961

Introduced by Representative Crispin Diego “Ping” D. Remulla

AN ACT
iG THE GROUNDS FOR LEGAL SEPARATION UNDER ARTICLE 55
OF THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

AMENI

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

SECTION 1. Article 55 of the Family Code of the Philippines is hereby amended to
read as follows:

“Article 55. A petition for legal separation may be filed on
any of the following grounds;

“(1) [Repeated] physical AND/OR SEXUAL violence, or
[grossly] ABUSIVE CONDUCT directed against the petitioner, a
common child, or a child of the petitioner;

“xxx.”

SEC. 2. Repealing Clause. — All laws, decrees, orders, and issuances, or portions
thereof, which are inconsistent will the provisions of this Act, are hereby repealed, amended or
modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Effectivity Clause. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 6 5 2
Introduced by: REP. TOBIAS "TOBY" M. TIANGCO 
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AN ACT 
MANDATING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FISHERFOLK RESETTLEMENT 
AREAS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF 
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF 
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT 
UNITS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SEC. 108 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8550, 
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "PHILIPPINE FISHERIES CODE OF 1998," AS 
AMENDED BY REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10654 
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Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
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in Congress assembled: 
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SECTION 1. Section 108 of Republic Act No. 8550, otherwise known as "The 
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Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998", as amended by Republic Act No. 10654, is hereby 
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amended to read as follows: 
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SEC. 108. Fisherfolk Settlement Areas. - [ The Department shall establish and 
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create fisherfolk settlement areas in coordination with concerned agencies of the 
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government, where certain areas of the public domain, specifically near the fishing 
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ground, shall be reserved for the settlement of the municipal fisherfolk. Nothing in this 
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section shall be construed to vest ownership of any resettlement area to a municipal 
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fisherfolk for whom said areas may have been reserved for or had been actually granted 
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to.] 
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THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, 
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN 
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SETTLEMENTS AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT 
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UNITS OF CITIES OR MUNICIPALITIES EXERCISING JURISDICTION OVER 
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COASTAL AREAS AND MUNICIPAL WATERS, SHALL IDENTIFY, ESTABLISH, AND 
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CREATE SETTLEMENT AREAS WHICH HAVE ADEQUATE ACCESS TO FISHING 
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GROUNDS: PROVIDED, THAT IN PREVIOUSLY IDENTIFIED OR ESTABLISHED 
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SETTLEMENT AREAS WITH ADEQUATE ACCESS TO FISHING GROUNDS, 
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FISHERFOLK SHALL BE GRANTED PREFERENCE IN THE AWARD OF 
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SETTLEMENT 
RIGHTS 
THEREAT: 
PROVIDED, 
FURTHER, 
THAT 
THE 
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ESTABLISHMENT OF SETTLEMENT AREAS SHALL BE IN FAVOR OF FISHERFOLK
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 5 4 8 
Introduced by Representative Jaime R. Fresnedi 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL AND PREVENTION OF OBESITY, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION I. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Anti-Obesity Act of 2023." 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. -It is the declared policy of the State to protect and promote the 
rightto health of the people. Towards this end, a system for the control and prevention of obesity among 
citizens shall be provided and the need for a responsible diet is established. 
SEC. 3. Obesity. - For the purpose of this Act, obesity shall refer to an excess proportion of 
total body fat usually diagnosed when a person's weight is at least twenty percent (20%) more than his 
or her normal or ideal weight. It is usually measured in body mass index (BMI), and is affected by, but 
not limited to age, gender, genetics, environmental factors, physical activity, psychological factors, 
illness and medication. 
SEC. 4. National Anti-Obesity Campaign. - It is hereby mandated that there shall be a National 
Anti-Obesity Prevention and Control Program to be implemented by a multi-agency or multi-sectoral 
committee chaired by the Department of Health. The program shall be a multi-agency effort in 
controlling and preventing obesity in the country. Among its component activities include: 
I) Awareness and prevention programs;
2) Provisions for consultation at the nearest health centers; and
3) Conduct of information and education campaign on the prevention and control of obesity.
The program shall be implemented by the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Science 
and Technology (DOST), Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of 
Education (DepEd), as well as Local Government Units (LGUs) with the assistance of Non­
Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and People's Organizations (POs). 
SEC. S. Responsibilities of Government Agencies. - The following government agencies, which 
shall jointly implement the National Anti-Obesity Prevention and Control Program, shall be tasked to: 
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 6 4 7 
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Introduced by: REP. TOBIAS "TOBY" M. TIANGCO 
AN ACT 
GRANTING DISCOUNTS ON CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS TO OVERSEAS FILIPINO 
WORKERS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8042, 
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "MIGRANT WORKERS AND OVERSEAS FILIPINOS 
ACT OF 1995," AS AMENDED 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. A new section denominated as Section 20-A is inserted after 
Section 20 of Republic Act No. 8042, as amended, to read as follows: 
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SECTION 20-A-IN RECOGNITION OF THE VITAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND 
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UNIQUE HEAL TH NEEDS OF OVERSEAS FILIPINO WORKERS (OFWS), THE 
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STATE SHALL ENSURE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE 
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BY MANDATING DISCOUNTED RATES FOR THERAPY AND MEDICAL 
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CONSULTATIONS. 
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A. ELIGIBILITY:
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ALL ACTIVE OR RETURNING OFWS, AS CERTIFIED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF 
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MIGRANT 
WORKERS 
(DMW), 
OVERSEAS 
WORKERS 
WELFARE 
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ADMINISTRATION (OWWA), OR THE PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT 
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ADMINISTRATION (POEA), SHALL BE ENTITLED TO A MINIMUM TWENTY 
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PERCENT (20%) DISCOUNT ON PROFESSIONAL FEES FOR: 
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I.
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY SESSIONS
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II.
PSYCHIATRIC AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTATIONS
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Ill. 
GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED MEDICAL CONSULTATIONS 
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SEC. 2. A new section denominated as Section 22-A is inserted after Section 22 
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of Republic Act No. 8042, as amended, to read as follows: 
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SEC. 22-A. REDUCED REMITTANCE FEES FOR OVERSEAS FILIPINO 
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WORKERS. -ALL BANKS, REMITTANCE CENTERS, AND FINANCIAL 
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INSTITUTIONS OPERATING IN THE PHILIPPINES AND ABROAD THAT
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 936 
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Blaan are among the indigenous peoples of Southern Mindanao and are considered 
one of the earliest inhabitants of what is now General Santos City. Their rich cultural heritage, 
values, and traditions have significantly shaped the city’s identity, history, and development. 
Recognizing and celebrating Blaan Day not only honors their invaluable contributions to the 
region but also reinforces the importance of preserving indigenous cultures in a rapidly 
modernizing society. 
July 22 marks a significant cultural milestone for the Blaan community in General Santos 
City. Over the years, this day has been commemorated locally through various initiatives aimed 
at promoting awareness, respect, and solidarity with the Blaan people. Declaring July 22 as a 
special nonworking holiday will institutionalize this celebration, allowing broader participation 
and deeper engagement from the public in cultural activities and advocacy. 
This measure aligns with the Constitutional mandate to recognize, respect, and promote 
the rights and welfare of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) under 
the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act of 1997 (Republic Act No. 8371). By declaring Blaan Day as 
a local holiday, we reaffirm our commitment to inclusive governance, cultural sensitivity, and 
social justice. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this Bill is earnestly sought. 
SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES 
July 1, 2025
3:21 pm


REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
QUEZON CITY 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 936 
Introduced by Representative SHIRLYN L. BAÑAS-NOGRALES
AN ACT 
DECLARING JULY 22 OF EVERY YEAR A SPECIAL NONWORKING 
HOLIDAY 
IN 
THE 
CITY 
OF 
GENERAL 
SANTOS 
IN 
COMMEMORATION OF ITS BLAAN DAY CELEBRATION 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. July 22 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday in 
the City of General Santos in commemoration of its Blaan Day celebration. 
SECTION 2. 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 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 912 
Introduced by Hon. Bernadette S. Barbers 
AN ACT 
AMENDING TITLE I, CHAPTER 3, OF EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, OTHERWISE 
KNOWN AS THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, PRESCRIBING 
ADDITIONAL GROUND FOR ANNULMENT 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill seeks to acknowledge a factual and existing marital condition that 
plagued not a few unions.  Without dwelling on the deeper reasons behind the 
separation, this bill offers a remedy without opening a pandora’s box or a can of worms 
that are usually present during annulment proceedings. 
Five years of actual separation would make the couples estrange enough that 
a possible reconciliation is nil.  Besides, five years should have made the parties adjust 
and move on with their individual lives without further straining the relationship.  Thus, 
they should be granted the best relief that they can have, annulment.  This way, they 
can go on separate ways peacefully as no other reason is needed to justify the 
annulment thus avoid opening old wounds.      
For this reason, the urgent approval of this bill is earnestly sought. 
HON. BERNADETTE S. BARBERS 
2nd District, Surigao del Norte 
July 1, 2025
3:04 pm


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. 912 
Introduced by Hon. Bernadette S. Barbers 
AN ACT 
AMENDING TITLE I, CHAPTER 3, OF EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209, OTHERWISE 
KNOWN AS THE FAMILY CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, PRESCRIBING 
ADDITIONAL GROUND FOR ANNULMENT 
Section 1. Title I, Chapter 3 of Executive Order No. 209, otherwise known as 
the Family Code of the Philippines, is hereby further amended to read as follows: 
"TITLE I — MARRIAGE 
"CHAPTER 3 — VOID AND VOIDABLE MARRIAGES 
"Art. 45 - A.   A marriage may also be annulled if the parties 
have been separated in fact for at least five years." 
Sec. 2. Effectivity clause. — 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
Constitution Hills, Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No.. 150

Introduced by: REPRESENTATIVE ERIC L. OLIVAREZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

In today’s continuous developments, incessant changing times
and constant progress, prices of commodities and expenses
continue to grow. However, as prices increase, the incomes of
Persons With Disabilities and Senior Citizens generally remain
stagnant.

While it is true that the State already provides several discounts
and privileges to the PWDs and Senior Citizens, their needs are
still not fully recognized and satisfied. There are still voids to be
filled and gaps to be bridged in order to provide full support for the
PWDs and Senior Citizens.

In an effort to ease the financial burdens of the PWDs and the
Senior Citizens, this Bill intends to provide for the exemption from
the payment of travel tax for both PWDs and Senior Citizens
consequently making travelling abroad more accessible and
economical. As such, the passage of this Bill is earnestly sought.

gue: Ow’

ERIC L. OLIVAREZ


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

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No__!50

Introduced by: REPRESENTATIVE ERIC L. OLIVAREZ

AN ACT
EXEMPTING PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (PWD) AND
SENIOR CITIZENS OF THE PAYMENT OF TRAVEL TAX

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 and cited

as the “PWD and Senior Citizens Travel Tax Exemption Act."

SECTION 2. Travel Tax Exemption - Persons With
Disabilities and Senior Citizens shall both be exempted from the
payment of Travel Tax.

SECTION 3. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this
Act is declared unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the validity

of the other provisions shall not be affected thereby.


SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, orders,
rules and regulations or parts thereof inconsistent with this Act

are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 5. Effectivity. - 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

TWENTIETH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No._ 1082

Introduced by Representative Albert S. Garcia

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This measure seeks to establish the Central Luzon regional office of the Maritime
Industry Authority (MARINA) in Balanga City, Bataan. Bataan is home to various facilities
servicing the maritime industry. As such, the province is well-suited to house MARINA’s regional
office.

In view of the foregoing, approval of this measure is earnestly sought

REP Ze,

nd District, Bataan


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City
TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1032

Introduced by Representative Albert S. Garcia

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY REGIONAL OFFICE IN
BALANGA CITY, PROVINCE OF BATAAN, 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 Maritime Industry Authority
(MARINA) a regional office in the City of Balanga, Province of Bataan.

SEC. 2. The regional office in the City of Balanga shall provide frontline
services of the MARINA, including the processing and issuance of certificate of
competency, endorsement, proficiency, and documentary evidence required of
seafarers; and the processing and issuance of certificates of ship safety, public
convenience, registration, and documentary requirements of ships, in the exercise of
its powers and functions under existing laws, orders, rules, and regulations.

SEC. 3. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Within ninety (90) days from the effectivity of this Act, the MARINA
shall issue the necessary rules and regulations to efficiently carry out the provisions
of this Act. In the formulation of such rules and regulations, the MARINA shall ensure
that the processes and procedures in providing frontline services shall be the most
efficient and convenient for its stakeholders, such as through computerization,
automation, and elimination of redundant fees and charges.

SEC. 5. If for any reason any section or provision of this Act is declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the other sections, or provisions hereof not affected by such
declaration shall remain in force and in effect.


SEC. 6. All existing laws, orders, decrees, rules and regulations or parts
thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified
accordingly.

SEC. 7. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
) 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and 
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr. 
House Bill No. 1952
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This bill was filed during the 18th Congress where it was approved by the House of 
Representatives. 
Mindanao is known as the “Land of Promise”, but for it to fulfill all its promises, it has 
to be fully-developed. One step to achieving this development is to link all the provinces in the 
island. As of the present, Agusan del Sur and Surigao del Sur are isolated from Western 
Mindanao due to the absence of a East to West Highway. Also, a highway would allow the 
people from the Caraga Region access to the Laguindingan Airport, with the travel time of four 
hours from Tandag to the said airport. As such, people from Caraga would no longer have to 
travel to Cebu or Manila to have access to airports for their travels within and outside the 
Philippines.  
Further, a new highway would open up large tracts of land in Surigao del Sur, Agusan 
del Sur, Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental and Cagayan de Oro City to agricultural, commercial, 
residential and industrial purposes.  
In view of the foregoing, immediate approval of this bill is earnestly requested. 
RUFUS B. RODRIGUEZ 
  MAXIMO B. RODRIGUEZ, JR. 
July 15, 2025
5:05 pm


TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
First Regular Session 
) 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez and 
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr. 
House Bill No.  1952
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 240 KILOMETER TRANS-MINDANAO 
SUPERHIGHWAY CONNECTING FOUR PROVINCIAL CAPITALS IN THE CARAGA AND 
NORTHERN MINDANAO REGIONS TO THE LAGUINDINGAN INTERNATIONAL 
AIRPORT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) shall construct a two 
hundred forty-kilometer (240km) trans Mindanao Superhighway connecting the Municipality of 
Tandag in the Province of Surigao del Sur, to the Laguindingan International Airport. This 
highway will traverse the Municipality of Prosperidad in the Province of Agusan del Sur, the 
Municipalities of Malaybalay and Talakag, both in the Province of Bukidnon, and shall continue 
through to the Talakag-Barangay Dansolihon highway and the Barangay Dansolihon-
Barangay San Simon-Laguindingan Airport highway in Cagayan de Oro City. 
SEC. 2. The amount necessary to defray the cost of undertaking and completing the feasibility 
study and detailed engineering design for this project and other activities related thereto shall 
be included in the General Appropriations Act (GAA). Thereafter, the Secretary of DPWH shall 
include in the Department’s program the construction of said road, the funding of which shall 
be included in the 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,
Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ----
Introduced by Rep. Arturo B. Robes 
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE GERIATRIC 
MEDICAL CENTER 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Article XIIJ, Sec. 11, provides that "The State shall adopt an integrated and 
comprehensive approach to health development which shall endeavor to make essential goods, 
health and other social services available to all the people at affordable cost. There shall be 
priority for the needs of the under-privileged, sick, elderly, disabled, women, and children. The 
State shall endeavor to provide free medical care to paupers." 
The City of San Jose del Monte is a 1 st class city in the province of Bulacan. With a 
population of 651, 8131 and a population growth rate of 3.64%2, the need for social services 
continuously increase. 
The medical treatment of the elderly or geriatrics starts from the age of 65 years old, 
however, a number of factors contribute to the increased vulnerability of an age group, which 
may further lower the age required for geriatrics. Additionally, according to the same census, 
there are 28,292 people in the 65+ age group in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, escalating the 
need for a geriatric center that will focus and cater to the specific needs of the aging population 
in the city. 
With its population and location in the province, the demand and need for basic social 
services like health institutions also increases. The geriatrics center will augment the capacity 
of other public health institutions and its health personnel in the city, ensuring an effective and 
efficient healthcare system. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this measure is earnestly sought. 
1 Census, 2020 - Philippine Statistics Authority 
2 https://csjdm.gov.ph/socioeconomic-and-physical-profile/demography/ 
July 2, 2025
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
‘Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNo. 1584

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO JR. Y. DALOG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The residents of Barangays Chupac, Kaleo, Lunas and Ogo-og, all located in
the Municipality of Barlig, Province of Mountain Province identify themselves as
belonging to the Kadaclan Indigenous Cultural Community (ICC). Albeit the unique
characteristics of the people associated with the individual barangays, they are
commonly referred to as i-Kadaclan or people from Kadaclan. Hence, in order to
preserve customary usage, give importance to its genealogical value and promote
unity, the Council of Elders of the Kadaclan ICC requested that Kadaclan be appended
to the names of the aforementioned barangays on record.

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

MAXIMO JR. Y. DAI


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 1584

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO JR. Y. DALOG

AN ACT RENAMING BARANGAY KALEO IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BARLIG,
MOUNTAIN PROVINCE, AS BARANGAY KALEO-KADACLAN

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

Section 1. Barangay Kaleo in the Municipality of Barlig, Mountain Province
is hereby renamed as Barangay Kaleo-Kadaclan.

Section 2. The renaming of Barangay Kaleo as Barangay Kaleo-Kadaclan
shail be effective upon ratification of the majority of votes cast by qualified voters
in a plebiscite to be conducted and supervised by the Commission on Elections in
the present Barangay Kaleo within one hundred twenty (120) days after the
effectivity of this Act.

The expenses for such plebiscite shall be borne by the Municipality of
Barlig.

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

Approved,