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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES / *?
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EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 53

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. MANUEL DG. CABOCHAN III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It has been often said that the men and women in government service, particularly those who
have devoted their years in the government for more than twenty or thirty years despite
meager salaries are the so-called ‘unsung heroes of our country’. But beyond this recognition,
nothing much appears to await them as they leave the government service.

This bill therefore aims to give due recognition to these unsung heroes by the expedient act of
promoting them one grade higher at the time of their retirement, an assurance that when they
leave the government service, they are rewarded daily.

This system of automatic promotion is an enshrined policy in the military and there is no
compelling reason why said system should not likewise be extended to the civil service.

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

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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 53

Introduced by MAGDALO Party-List Representative
HON. MANUEL DG. CABOCHAN IIL

AN ACT
PROVIDING AUTOMATIC PROMOTION OF GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND
EMPLOYEES UPON RETIREMENT FROM GOVERNMENT SERVICE AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Automatic Promotion - All government officials and employees who
are eligible for compulsory retirement shall be granted an automatic promotion equivalent to
One Grade Level Higher than he/his position at the time of retirement. For this purpose, the
adjusted Salary Grade Level of the retiree shall be used as the basis for the computation of
his/her retirement.

SEC. 2. The Civil Service Commission in coordination with the Department of
Budget and Management and the Government Service Insurance System shall formulate the
necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this Act.

SEC. 3. Effectivity - This Act shall take effect 15 days following its publication in
the Official Gazette or in any two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. _46
Introduced by REP. FRANCISCO “KIKO” B. BENITEZ, Ph.D.
EXPLANATORY NOTE

Infrastructure plays a crucial role in enabling and sustaining economic growth.
Recognizing this, President Rodrigo Duterte and his economic team have included the acceleration
of infrastructure development as one of its top economic priorities.

Accordingly, the construction of a road traversing the coastal barangays in the Cities of
Bacolod, Silay, Talisay and Victorias, and the Municipality of Enrique B. Magalona will harness
the vast economic potential of the Province of Negros Occidental and will contribute in improving
the quality of life of Negrenses.

Stretching 35.85 kilometers once completed, the coastal road will facilitate the efficient
flow of people and goods in the area, catalyzing economic development and generating
employment opportunities and new sources of income for the local population.

It will also help ease traffic congestion in the Bacolod North Road and mitigate the
perennial flooding in said areas.

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

un aG a“ 07 B. BEN}TEZ, Ph.D.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Manila

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. Ee

Introduced by Rep. FRANCISCO “KIKO” B. BENITEZ, Ph.D.

AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COASTAL ROAD TRAVERSING
THE CITIES OF BACOLOD, SILAY, TALISAY AND VICTORIAS, AND THE
MUNICIPALITY OF ENRIQUE B. MAGALONA IN THE PROVINCE OF NEGROS
OCCIDENTAL

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 Highway, a road that will traverse the coastal barangays of the Cities of Bacolod, Silay,
Talisay and Victorias, and the Municipality of Enrique B. Magalona in the Province of Negros
Occidental.

SECTION 2. The amount needed to implement the provisions of this Act shall appropriated
in the the General Appropriations Act of the year following the approval of this Act. Thereafter,
such amount as it may be necessary for the completion and maintenance of the said coastal road
shall be included in the appropriations of the Department of Public Works and Highways in the
annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 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,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _ 406

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the The Albay Diversion Road, Minalabac-Bula-
Nabua section (Sto. Nifio — Palsong — Topas Road) in Bula and Nabua, Camarines
‘Sur into a National Road.

Such road network herein proposed to be converted into a National Road is
strategically connected to the economic centers within the Province of Camarines
Sur and the Bicol Region and is vital to accelerate development and increase
economic activity within Camarines Sur and the Bicol Region as a whole.

The conversion of the said road network will facilitate faster and efficient
transportation of basic goods and the delivery of necessary services. It is projected
that such road conversion shall promote livelihood opportunities, encourage
competitive flow of investment, and ultimately enhance the economic and social
living conditions not just of the people living along such roads, but in the arterial
secondary and tertiary roads that lead to it.

The administrative requirements for the conversion of local roads to national
roads as prescribed by Statutes and by the Department of Public Works and
Highways have been substantially met, and the approval of this bill is earnestly
sought.

“LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Queson City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No, 406

Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE ALBAY DIVERSION ROAD, MINALABAC-BULA-NABUA
SECTION INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Albay Diversion Road, Minalabac-Bula-Nabua section
(Sto. Nifio — Palsong — Topas Road) in Bula and Nabua, Camarines Sur,
consisting of seventeen kilometers and five hundred twenty six meters
(17.526km), more or less, is hereby converted into a national road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and
Highways shall issue the necessary rules, orders and circulars to

implement the provisions of this Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 302

Introduced by HON. ROBERT ACE S. BARBERS

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 re a
annulment. This way, they can go on separate ways pedcefully ab no other reason
is needed to justify the annulment thus avoid opening old

For this reason, the urgent approval of this bill is ¢ arnestly spught.

HON. RQBERT|ACE S. BARBERS
ich, Surigao del Norte


EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE )
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
FIRST REGULAR SESSION )

HOUSE BILL NO. 502

Introduced by HON. ROBERT ACE 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 |, 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 | — 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 after fifteen (15) days following
its publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

0523

House Bill No.

Introduced by DIWA Party-list Representative Hon. Michael Edgar Y. Aglipay

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The benefit of parental leaves (maternity or patemity) in our labor laws has been
considered to be among the best labor legislations we have enacted in Congress. It is beyond
dispute how important leave benefits can be with respect to mothers or fathers who need to
balance their duties as parents and as employees.

At present, Republic Act No. 8187 or the “Paternity Leave Act of 1996” provides that
married male employees, both in the private and public sectors are entitled to a paternity
leave from work for seven (7) days with full pay. However, the law limits the benefits of
paternity leave to only the first four (4) deliveries of the legitimate spouse with whom the
married male employee is cohabiting. I find that there is no sufficient basis to include this
limitation. Furthermore, this bill recognizes the important role a father plays in taking care of
not only his newly born child, but also his wife during her post-delivery condition.

This bill, a re-filing of House Bill No. 676 of DIWA Party-list filed during the 17
Congress, aims to improve the bond within the family as it helps in strengthening of the bond
between spouses, and their children.

MICHAEL EDGAR ¥. AGLIPAY
Representative, DI

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

No. 0523

House

Introduced by DIWA Party-list Representative Hon. Michael Edgar Y. Aglipay

AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 2 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO.8187,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "PATERNITY LEAVE
ACT OF 1996"

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

SECTION 1. Section 2 of Republic Act No. 8187, otherwise known as the
Paternity Leave Act of 1996, ishereby amended to read as follows:

"Section 2. Notwithstanding any law, rules and regulations to the contrary, every
married male employee in the private and public sectors shall be entitled to a
paternity leave of seven (7) days with full pay for the [first four (4) deliveries}
DELIVERY of the legitimate spouse with whom he is cohabiting The male
employee applying for paternity leave shall notify his employer of the
pregnancy of his legitimate spouse and the expected date of such delivery

For purposes of this Act, delivery shall include childbirth or any miscarriage”
SECTION 2. Separability Clause. —If for any reason any section or provision
of this Act is declared unconstitutional, other provisions hereof which are not affected
thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.
SECTION 3. Repealing Clause. -Any laws, decrees, or rules and regulations
which are inconsistent with or contrary to the provisions of this Act are hereby
amended or repealed.

SECTION 4, Effectivity Clause. - This Act shall take effect upon 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, Metro Manila

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
3

House Bill No.

EXPLANATORY NOTES

The 4.2-km Almeda Highway links up Roxas Avenue to Barangays Concepcion
Grande and Del Rosario in Naga City, Camarines Sur. It also serves as a diversion road
for all types of vehicles coming from Northern Luzon and the southern part of Bicol, by-
passing in the process, the narrow streets of Naga City’s old commercial district.

Converting Almeda Highway into a national road will be in keeping with the city’s

thrust of expanding its growth areas. The undersigned, therefore, earnestly seeks the
immediate passage of this bill.

YU
GABRIEL H/BORDADO,


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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

834
House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Gabriel H. Bordado, Jr.

AN ACT CONVERTING THE ALMEDA HIGHWAY IN NAGA CITY
IN THE PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR INTO A NATIONAL ROAD
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. The Almeda Higway in Naga City, Camarines Sur, is hereby converted into a
national road under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWh).

Sec. 2. The Secretary of DPWH shall include in the Department's program the
improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the funding of which shall be
incorporated 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 two(2) newspapers of general circulation.

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session
~ 373
House Bill No. *~

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ERIC L. OLIVAREZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Victor Medina Street (formerly Kabihasnan Road) in
Sucat, Parariaque City has been serving as an entry and exit
point for a lot of motorists going to Las Pifias, Cavite and other
southern cities and provinces. The (Kabihasnan Road) has been
a major thoroughfare being utilized not only by the
constituents of Parafiaque City but also by other motorists
coming from different parts of Metro Manila, especially upon
the establishment of the Manila-Cavite Expressway (otherwise
known as Cavitex).

In connection to the foregoing, the increase in the volume
of motorists using the (Kabihasnan Road) means that the
maintenance, repairs and development of the said road are
inevitably going to be much more necessary, frequent, and
definitely more expensive. Nonetheless, such works must be
undergone if only to avoid major inconvenience to the motorists
and ensure good service to them, in keeping with the policy of
the State to serve and promote the people’s general welfare.

Yet, the City of Parafiaque will not, by itself alone, be able
to sustain the expenses entailed by the aforementioned


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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No, °73

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE ERIC L, OLIVAREZ

AN ACT CONVERTING VICTOR MEDINA STREET
(FORMERLY KABIHASNAN ROAD) TO A NATIONAL ROAD
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

SECTION 1. Conversion from City Road to a National
Road. The Victor Medina Street (formerly Kabihasnan Road) in
Parafiaque City is hereby converted from a city road to a
national road under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. Implementing Rules and Regulations. The
Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways
shall issue the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to
implement the provision of this Act.

SECTION 3. Funding. 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.

SECTION 4, Effectivity. This Act shall take effect upon its
approval.

APPROVED.


vigorous upkeep of the said road as the circumstances
demand. The National government is therefore hereby being
requested to assume jurisdiction over Victor Medina Street
(formerly Kabihasnan Road) and allocate the necessary
national funds for its improvement.

It is for this reason that the conversion of the Victor
Medina Street (formerly Kabihasnan Road) into the category of
national road is being sought.

ene OW,

ERIC OLIVAREZ
Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

18TH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

$98

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative Michael L. Romero

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Corporation, a trucking company with 32 truck units, hauling
shipping lines container vans delivery to various cities. He is also engaged
in the business of packaging products and thrived at specializing
disposable materials in his packaging items supplying various
supermarket, Hotel Restaurant and household clients, Mr. Liu also
engaged in a Resort business in Samal island, Sun Rise View Resort are
now open to public ideal for relaxation. All these business were fruits of
Mr. Liu and his wife's hard work keeping at heart the values of Filipino
traditions. Furthermore, these business were placed under his wife's name
being a natural born Filipino citizen

At present, there are 130 number of Filipino workers under his
employ and Mr. Liu provides them with utmost benefits and privileges as
his way of giving back to the Filipino community the bounty he received
from this country.

In December 03, 2012, when typhoon “Pablo” devastated the
province of Agusan and Compostela Valley, Mr. Liu personally went to the
affected areas and provided aid by giving away and distributing relief goods
to the victim-families. He initiated and sponsored rehabilitation drive To
effectively help the Filipino communities in these areas.

At present, he continues with his fireman-volunteer work activities
despite his thriving business and is still socially active through community
service. Mr. Liu is dependable when it comes to helping Filipino
communities in times of great need and dire circumstance- a mark of a
Filipino Character. His allegiance in this country is indubitable, thus, let
Congress give to him the privilege of becoming a Filipino citizen.


With the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is most

humbly and earnestly spught.

‘L L. ROMERO, Ph.D.


Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

18TH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. _ $98

Introduced by Representative Michael L. Romero

AN ACT
GRANTING PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP
TO MR. LIU, HSIPIN

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

SECTION 1. Liu, Hsipin is hereby granted Philippine citizenship
with all the rights, privileges and prerogatives appurtenant thereto.

Upon taking and registration of the oath of allegiance to the Republic
of the Philippines, Liu, Hsipin shall enter upon the full enjoyment of

Philippine Citizenship.
SECTION 2. This act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from

publication in the Official Gazette or two (2) newspapers of general

circulation.

Approved,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 731

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Bill seeks to convert the MABA-AY - ABATAN ROAD, presently classified
as a provincial road into a National Road.

The Maba-ay — Abatan Road is an 11.971 — kilometer road ‘stretch more or less
which starts at the junction in Barangay Maba-ay along Baguio — Bontoc National Road
passing through barangays Tapapan, Guinzadan and Abatan, all in Bauko, Mountain
Province to connect to the Mountain Province — locos Sur road.

The proposed conversion will serve as the shortest route from the Halsema
Highway to the Mountain Province — llocos Sur Road. In addition, the road serves as
an alternate road whenever the Baguio — Bontoc Road closes due to natural calamities.
In fact, since the onslaught of typhoon Ompong in September, 2018, the Maba-ay —
Abatan Road had served as the main highway because the Baguio - Bontoc Road
(Sabangan Section) had been washed out.

The conversion of said road into a national road will make access easier for the
farmers and traders from the nearby towns of Mountain Province to trade their produce
and goods to the nearby Ilocos Region and vise versa.

With the sustained maintenance of the road, the socio-economic amelioration of
the people using the same and the communities traversed by the said road will definitely
be enhanced.

In view of the foregoing consideration, approval of

MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _731

AN ACT CONVERTING THE MABA-AY — ABATAN ROAD INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

Section 1. The Maba-ay — Abatan Road is hereby converted and
declared a national road.

Section 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall
immediately include in the Department's program the improvement, repair and
maintenance of the said road, the initial funding of which shall be charged to
the unappropriated funds of the Department under the General Appropriations
Act. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued improvement and
maintenance of the National Road shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS.
First Regular Session

736
HOUSE BILL NO.

INTRODUCED BY REP. MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Section 1, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides that the state shall
protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall
take appropriate steps to make education accessible to all. Section 2 (2) of the
same Article, likewise mandates the State to establish and maintain a system of free
education in the elementary and high school levels.

Mountain Province is among the least privileged areas in the country in terms
of accessibility to education considering its geographic terrain. Children who are
very interested to attend formal school sometimes have to walk long distances by
climbing mountains and even crossing rivers or creeks just to attend their classes.

Barangay Bacarri has several sitios which are located at far distances from
each other. The sitios of Dabburab, Camuan, Makilo, Danggason, and Pandan, the
feeder sitios of the proposed school are located invariably from 5-10 kilometers from
Dalanao Elementary School, the nearest elementary school in the area. To respond
to the increasing number of leamers from the said sitios, Dalanao Elementary School
in 2016 provided extension classes from Kindergarted to Grade Six at the lot
donated by the late Wellie Maclinic in sitio Dabburab, Bacarri, Paracelis.

The establishment of an elementary school catering to the abovementioned
sitios will definitely help liberate the residents of barangay Mayag and the
neighboring barangays from the shackles of poverty and ignorance by catering to
their educational needs.

In view of the foregoing consideration, approval of this earestly urged.

MAXIMO, JR. Y. DALOG



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 738

AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN
BARANGAY BACARRI, MUNICIPALITY OF PARACELIS, MOUNTAIN
PROVINCE TO BE KNOWN AS WELLIE MACLINIC ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

Section 1. There is hereby established, under the supervision of the
Department of Education, an elementary school in Barangay Bacarri,
Municipality of Paracelis, Mountain Province to be known as Wellie
Maclinic Elementary School.

Section 2. The Secretary of Education shall immediately include in
the Department's program the operationalization of the Wellie Maclinic
Elementary School, the funding of which shall be included in the annual
General Appropriations Act.

Section 3. The Secretary of Education shall formulate the rules and
regulations implementing the provisions of this Act within hundred twenty
(120) days after its effectivity.

Section 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two newspapers of general
circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

697

House Bill No.

Introduced by HONORABLE STELLA LUZ A. QUIMBO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The bill seeks to convert the city road, Shoe Avenue, traversing Barangay
Concepcion Uno, Barangay Parang, and Barangay Nangka in the Second District, City
of Marikina, into a national road.

Roads enhance economic activities as they promote mobility and accessibility
of the people, thus, opening a horizon of economic possibilities, business opportunities
and better employment. Roads which have been established need to be maintained
and repaired when necessary to assure that their purposes are fully served.

By converting Shoe Avenue into a national road, it would transfer the
responsibility of the maintenance to the national government through the Department
of Public Works and Highways, thus channeling the resources of the city government
earmarked for the maintenance of the said road to more important projects and
programs of the city government.

Thus, the conversion of the said road would greatly improve the quality of life of
the people in the terms of economic activity, easy accessibility and convenience by
means of good roads, at the same time allowing the city government to reallocate its
funds for the creation of the better projects in furtherance of the same.

In view thereof, the expedient approval of this bill is strongly recommended.

LUz A. QUIMBO
-presentative
2nd District, Marikina City


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

697

House Bill No.

Introduced by HONORABLE STELLA LUZ A. QUIMBO

AN ACT CONVERTING SHOE AVENUE TRAVERSING BARANGAY CONCEPCION
UNO, BARANGAY PARANG AND BARANGAY NANGKA IN THE SECOND
DISTRICT, CITY OF MARIKINA INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. Shoe Avenue traversing Barangay Concepcion Uno, Barangay Parang and
Barangay Nangka in the Second District, City of Marikina is hereby converted into a
national road.

SEC 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall include
in the Department's program the improvement, maintenance, and repair 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,
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

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House Bill No, ="
EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to appropriate the amount of Two Billion Pesos (Php
2,000,000,000.00) for the extension of the Cagayan de Oro Coastal By-Pass Road
from Barangay Gusa to Barangay Bugo in Cagayan de Oro City

Roads are beneficial to the livelihood of the people in the rural areas. They
serve as convenient links between the barangay and provide direct access to the
town proper where hospital, law enforcement offices and other government agencies
are located

Cagayan de Oro City is the capital of Misamis Oriental. As one of our fast
growing tourist destination, it has attracted a lot of people from the rural areas and its
neighboring provinces. The city plays a pivotal role in our country’s efforts to attain
economic growth. The extension of the CDO Coastal By-Pass road will greatly
stimulate and promote economic development in the region by increasing
commercial activities and easier and faster travel time for the residents.

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

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EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Introduced by Representative Rufus B. Rodriguez

House Bill No, 233

AN ACT
APPROPRIATING THE AMOUNT OF TWO BILLION PESOS (PHP
2,000,000,000.00) FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE CAGAYAN DE ORO COASTAL
BY-PASS ROAD FROM BARANGAY GUSA UP TO BARANGAY BUGO IN THE
CITY OF CAGAYAN DE ORO, PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. The amount of Two Billion Pesos (Php 2,000,000,000.00) is hereby
appropriated out of any funds in the National Treasury, not otherwise appropriated,
for the extension of the Cagayan de Oro Coastal By-Pass road from Barangay Gusa
up to Barangay Bugo in Cagayan de Oro City, Province of Misamis Oriental
Thereafter, such sum as may be necessary for the improvement and maintenance of
the coastal road shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. _766_

Introduced by HON. ROZZANO RUFINO B, BLAZON

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This proposal seeks to further make Philippine roads safer by amending Republic Act
No, 10913 (RA 10913) otherwise known as the “Anti-Distracted Driving Act”.

Aside from the enforcement and implementation of traffic laws, there was also a gap in
these laws that needed to be addressed in order to make our roads safer. Thus, the passage of
RA 10913 was very laudable as it addresses this gap by reducing the risks of drivers getting
involved in accidents. It was also very timely due to the advent of modern technology devices
that distract the attention of drivers from the road.

Ithas been barely a year since the passage of RA 10913 but it has already been observed
that it needs more teeth in order to be more effective in preventing road accidents. Aside from
what is already included in the law, there is a need to include the use of other devices which
may also distract drivers.

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

soul oi B. BIAZON

Representative
Lone District of Muntinlupa City


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Ses

sion

House Bill No, 766.

Introduced by HON, ROZZANO RUFINO B, BIAZON

AN ACT
TO FURTHER MAKE PHILIPPINE ROADS SAFER, AMENDING FOR ris
PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO, 10913 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “ANTI-
DISTRACTED DRIVING ACT”

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

SI

TION 1. Section 4 of Republic Act No. 10913 is hereby amended by inserting two
new paragraphs after Paragraph b which shall read as follows:

“(C) USING A DEVICE WHICH IMPEDES THE ABLLITY OF THE
DRIVER TO HEAR AMBIENT SOUNDS OR NOISE SUCH AS,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, EARPHONES, HEADPHONES, EAR
MUFFS OR SUCH OTHER SIMILAR DEVICES.

“(@) USING OR HOLDING ANY OTHER DEVICE OR OBJECT
WHICH LIMITS OR PREVENTS THE USE OF THE SENSE OF
SIGHT OR HEARING AND THE USE OF ONE OR BOTH HANDS
OR FEET IN OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE.” ’
Sec. 2. Separability Clause, ~ If for any reason, any section or provision of this Act is
declared invalid or unconstitutional, the other sections or provisions hereof, unaffected thereby,
shall continue to be in full force and effect.

See. 3. Repealing Clause. ~ All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders and rules and
regulations inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or amended
accordingly.

See. 4. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
any two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 08

Introduced by HON. ROZZANO RUFINO B. BIAZON

EXPLANATORY NOTE

We Filipinos are very fond of traditions and celebrations. In almost every occasion,
balloons are used as decoration or as giveaways in children’s birthday parties. In some areas in
the country, it is even customary to release white colored balloons during funerals. Others
intentionally release balloons in the air in celebration of a momentous event.

While the releasing of balloons in the air may seem like a harmless act, the damage it
does to the environment is massive. Many often do not see the harm done because balloons
take time before they pop or burst in the air and fall back to either land or water. Balloons are
made of rubber which is not organic and therefore does not rot or decay. This kind of waste
contribute largely to the pollution of our environment in general. It is therefore prayed that this
practice be stopped permanently so as to save our environment from further damage.

With the premises being considered, immediate passage of this bill is earnest sought.

hf RUF KO hy
‘Represi
Lone District of of fi


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No.__708

Introduced by HON. ROZZANO RUFINO B. BIAZON

AN ACT
PROHIBITING THE REALEASE OF BALLOONS IN THE AIR

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 “Balloon-Free Skies Ack’.

Sec. 2. Prohibited Act. — It is hereby prohibited to release balloons in the air. For the
Purposes of this Act, a balloon shall refer to a bag made of thin rubber or other light material
inflated with air or with some lighter-than-air ‘gas and used as a children’s toy or as a decoration.

Sec. 3. Penalty. — Any person in violation hereof shall be meted a fine of Five Thousand
Pesos (P5,000.00) and at least Twenty-Four (24) hours community service, the nature of which
shall be left to the discretion of the court.

Sec. 4. Repealing Clause. ~ All other laws, issuances, orders, rules and: regulations
which are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or amended
accordingly.

Sec. 5. Effectivity.—This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from its publication
in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of national circulation.

Approved,
ke RECEIVED
Republic of the Philippines if 0 i
House of Representatives '

Quezon City \< ee

Eighteenth Congress
First Regular Session

291

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Estrellita B. Suansing

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Guimba-Pura Road connecting the
provinces of Nueva Ecija and Tarlac into a national road.

The 11.44 kilometers stretch of road starts from Barangay San Rafael,
Municipality of Guimba in the Province of Nueva Ecija to the Province of
Tarlac.

The conversion of the aforementioned road from a provincial road to a
national road will greatly contribute to the fast economic growth and
development not only of the abovementioned provinces but neighboring
provinces as well. Economically depreseed barangays, whose residents are
predominantly farmers will have better access to motor transport. Viability of
trade and commerce will be greatly enhanced. Vital government programs and
services on education, health, agriculture, energy, tourism, and
infrastructure can be delivered and administered at a faster rate, thus
alleviating the plight of residents in the area, who have been living below the
poverty line for years.

Since the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Tarlac cannot fully achieve the
necessary maintenance and improvement of the Guimba-Pura Road, the need
to nationalize said road is of importance to improve the socio-economic status
of the people in the provinces. It shall likewise open up more opportunities in
trade and industry in the area.

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

ESTRELLITA B. SUANSING


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Republic of the Philippines
House of Representatives
Quezon City

Eighteenth Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 231
Introduced by Representative Estrellita B. Suansing

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE GUIMBA-PURA PROVINCIAL ROAD STRETCHING
FROM BARANGAY SAN RAFAEL TO BARANGAY SAN MIGUEL, BOTH IN
THE MUNICIPALITY OF GUIMBA, PROVINCE OF NUEVA ECIJA, AND TO
BARANGAY BUENAVISTA IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF PURA, PROVINCE
OF TARLAC INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. The Guimba-Pura Provincial Road, stretching from Barangay
San Rafael to Barangay San Miguel, all in the Municipality of Guimba,
Province of Nueva Ecija, and to the Municipality of Pura, Province of Tarlac,
is hereby converted into a national road.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the improvement, repair and maintenance of said
roads, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act (GAA).

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

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

First Regular Session
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

379

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Manuel “Way Kurat” E. Zamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Engineering districts are vital cogs in the development of the country. Without
their invaluable contribution, the implementation of priority projects such as the
construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of roads and bridges, as well as flood
control, irrigation, and other important infrastructure, would be impossible to realize.

To ensure the efficient and slippage-free implementation of infrastructure projects
and undertakings in our area of representations, it has become imperative that a new
engineering district be created. This will free the solitary district engineering office from
the heavy burden of having to stretch its limited resources just to provide for the
requirements of the whole Province of Compostela Valley, a vast geographical area
consisting of eleven municipalities straddling two congressional districts

This bill proposes to create a second engineering district office in the Province of
Compostela Valley with jurisdiction over the municipalities comprising the first
legislative district, namely: Monkayo, Compostela, New Bataan, Maragusan and
Montevista

The measure was approved on Third Reading by the House of Representatives
during the 17" Congress but administrative and time constraints prevented its passage in
the Senate.

We earnestly request for the immediate approval of this measure.

MANUEL “*' ZAMORA


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regulat Session
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

House Bill No,__379

Introduced by Rep. Manuel “Way Kurat” E, Zamora

AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE SECOND
DISTRICT ENGINEERING OFFICE
IN COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. There shall be established, under the supervision of the Department
of Public Works and Highways, the district engineering office located in the Municipality
of Compostela, Province of Compostela Valley, to be known as the Second District
Engineering Office.

SEC. 2. The Second District Engineering Office shall serve the municipalities of
Monkayo, Compostela, New Bataan, Montevista and Maragusan, all located in the First
Legislative District of the Province of Compostela Valley.

SEC. 3. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the
Department's program the operationalization of the Second District Engineering Office
of Compostela Valley Province, the funding of which shall be included in the Annual
General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4, This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the
Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NQC3®

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JOEL MAYO Z. ALMARIO

The effect of heavy traffic congestion is far and wide. Gridlocks negatively
impact the personal lives, careers and safety of all people. The universal complaint
is that traffic jams cause too much time wastage, taking away precious moments
for family, relaxation, exercise, leisure, and other more productive tasks. Lives are
also putin danger as road rage results from the chronic stress and anxiety brought
about by heavy traffic. Labor experts have also pointed out that the length of time
a worker spends on commuting proportionately lessens productivity and income
due to fatigue and low morale. Economic losses result from the numerous, hours
spent inside vehicles stuck in non-moving thoroughfares. Heavy traffic is a
nationwide problem that has pervaded all the major cities and highways including
Davao City and its neighboring provinces.

This bill seeks to address the traffic congestion problem in Davao City by
constructing a skyway over the major commercial and industrial areas in
barangays Tibungco, Panacan and Bunawan. The skyway will provide vehicles an
alternative route that will allow them to avoid the heavy congestion caused by the
influx of people and automobiles in these zones. This will effectively solve the
traffic problems within the city, and shorten the travel time not just of the people
of Davao City, but also those coming from Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte,
Compostela Valley, Agusan and other adjacent provinces who traverse the roads
of Davao City to get to their respective provinces.

Support for this bill is earnestly sought.

2nd District, Davao Oriental


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no, 0638

Introduced by REPRESENTATIVE JOEL MAYO Z. ALMARIO

AN ACT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 4-LANE
VIADUCT / SKYWAY IN DAVAO CITY

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

SECTION 1. A four (4) - lane viaduct to be called the Davao City Skyway
traversing the entire length of barangays Bunawan, Panacan, and Tibungco in Davao
City is hereby created. Necessary entry and exit points shall also be provided with the
aim of decongesting land traffic in known commercial and industrial areas within the
area.

SECTION 2. ~The necessary amount needed for the construction of the Davao
City Skyway shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following
the enactment of this Act.

SECTION 3. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect immediately upon its

approval.

Approved.
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* RECEIVED

Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

House Bill No.__ 9385

Introduced by Rep. Manuel “Way Kurat” E. Zamora

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Municipality of Compostela, Compostela Valley Province was created by
Executive Order No. 156 dated August 1, 1948. As such, the Founding Anniversary of
the political subdivision falls on August I of every year. This momentous event is being
commemorated annually as part of upholding the colorful history of the municipality
The occasion also provides a perfect opportunity for the residents and the town officials
to participate in solidarity as they celebrate their rich heritage while united by common
aspirations.

This proposal seeks to declare August I of every year as a special non-working
day in the Municipality of Compostela, Compostela Vailey Province in order to give its
citizens the chance to organize and stage appropriate ceremonies in honor of their
foundation day.

This measure was approved on Third Reading by the House of Representatives
during the 17" Congress but time constraints prevented its passage in the Senate.

Approval of the bill is respectfully sought.

MANUEL “WA) AMORA



Republic of the Phil
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

First Regular Session
EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS

0385

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. Manuel “Way Kurat” E, Zamora

AN ACT
DECLARING AUGUST 1 OF EVERY YEAR AS A SPECIAL NON-WORKING
HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF COMPOSTELA, COMPOSTELA VALLEY
PROVINCE

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

SECTION 1. August 1 of every year is hereby declared as a special non-working
holiday in the Municipality of Compostela, Compostela Valley Province.

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

Approved,
CEP RLS >

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
1st Regular Session

House Bill No. mccSey

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald Aguinaldo Abaya

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The roots of the municipality of Rosario can be traced as far back to the 22" of
October 1845, when the Spanish Governor General Narciso Claveria promulgated a
Decree for the establishment of a new town, now known as General Trias. Originally
a part of this town, Rosario was formally called Tejero, from the Spanish word “tejer”
which means “to weave", for the main occupation of women was the weaving of fish
nets. The locality was also known as Salinas, from the Spanish word “sal” or salt, for
the making of salt was also one of the town’s important industries. One year after the
founding of the Santissimo Rosario Parish, it became an independent municipality.
Rosario was finally named in honor of their patron saint, Our Lady of the Most Holy
Rosary on the year 1846.

Since 2007, the people of Rosario have been celebrating their founding
anniversary through a unified and recognized proclamation and promotion of the Holy
Rosary Parish Church and the famous tinapang Salinas.

This bill therefore seeks to declare October 22 of every year as a special non-
working holiday in Cavite City to enable its residents and local officials to fully
participate in the festivities prepared by the City Government in order to commemorate
the foundation of their municipality.

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

kK GERALD AGUINALDO AJ A
Representative, First Distric ite


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No,__ 9658

Introduced by Hon. Francis Gerald Aguinaldo Abaya

AN ACT DECLARING OCTOBER 22 OF EVERY YEAR A_ SPECIAL
NONWORKING HOLIDAY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ROSARIO, PROVINCE OF
CAVITE IN COMMEMORATION OF ITS FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY

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

SECTION 1. October 22 of every year is hereby declared as a special non-
working holiday in the Municipality of Rosario, Province of Cavite in commemoration
of its founding anniversary.

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

Approved,