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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1012

HOUSE BILL NO. _

Introduced by Hon, Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert MABINI STREET in Iloilo City, presently classified as a local
city road, into a national road. It was originally filed as House Bill 5346 in the 15" Congress. It
was passed on third reading by the House of Representatives and was approved by the Senate
Committee on Public Works in the previous Congress. However, the Scnate was not able to
schedule the bill for 2" reading prior to the closure of the 15" Congress.

MABINI STREET spans a total length of 1,006 meters, with a width of 16 meters. It is
located at the City Proper District of Hoilo City. The road connects to two main roads: General
Luna Street and Delgado Street, which leads towards two Iloilo City universities, SM Delgado
and the main business district of the City Proper.

The conversion of the road to a national highway is in order, as the Department of Public
Works and Highways has the resources to maintain the road so that the public may continue to
use it as vital pathway. In addition, converting the road into a national highway shall increase the
vitality and economic progress of Iloilo City, as the improvement and maintenance of the road
will surely increase commerce in the area.

In view of the foregoing, I highly recommend the approval of this

JERR 'TRENAS


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1012

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT CONVERTING MABINI STREET IN CITY PROPER DISTRICT, ILOILO CITY,
INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION I. Mabini Street in City Proper District, lloilo City is hereby converted into a
national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

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

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

Ag, REPRESEE.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES h, ON
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16" Congress ¥ xe? 4 JUL 2013 "|

First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1781

Introduced by HON. MA. VICTORIA R. SY-ALVARADO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Expanded Senior Citizen Act of 2010 granted better privileges for our Senior Citizens
including more discounts on more products. Based on government data, the number of senior
citizens in proportion to our country’s population, has been steadily growing. Furthermore,
majority of our senior citizens are living below the poverty line and has limited means of
employment. They are also big utilizers of health services, primarily because of their age and
frail health. There is therefore the need to give our senior citizens better protection other than
what is currently provided in our present laws, especially on health services considering their
limited means of supporting themselves.

This bill provides free hospitalization including confinement for indigent senior citizens in all
government hospitals. There is a need to provide this kind of social benefit to our senior citizens,
whose ranks are growing worldwide, according to latest data.

Itis in line with the objectives of the Expanded Senior Citizen Act of 2010 that the passage of
this bill is earnestly sought.

MA. VICTORIA SY-ALVARAD!

1°" District, Bulacan


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City
16" Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1781

INTRODUCED BY HON. MA. VICTORIA SY-ALVARADO

AN ACT
AMENDING SECTION 4 (e) OF REPUBULIC ACT 7432,
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE SENIOR CITIZEN ACT OF 1992,
AS AMENDED, GRANTING FREE HOSPITALIZATION TO INDIGENT
SENIOR CITIZENS IN ANY GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL

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

SECTION 1. — Section Four, Subsection (€) of the Republic Act 7432, otherwise known
as the Senior Citizen Act of 1992 is hereby amended to read as follows:

“ Sec. 4 ~ Privileges for the Senior Citizens. — The senior citizens shall be entitled the

following:
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(e) Free medical and dental services in government [establishment ] HOSPITAL
Anywhere in the country and FREE HOSPITAL AND

CONFINEMENT FOR INDIGENT PATIENTS, subject to guidelines
to be issued by the Department of Health, the Government Service Insurance
System and the Social Security System.”

SEC. 2 ~ This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in a
newspaper of general circulation.
Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS.
First Regular Session

House BillNo.__ 1197

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to designate April 16 of each year as Marikina City Day, and a special
non-working holiday to commemorate the founding anniversary of the city.

From its lowly origin as an idyllic town and later as the Shoe Capital of the Philippines,
Marikina has witnessed and weathered history's tumults to become what it is today, a
booming city with robust economy that has brought pride to the country through local and
international acclaim. Under the stewardship of competent men and women and. the
cooperation of the inspired citizenry, successful programs and initiatives have reaped awards
and are emulated elsewhere. The city also takes pride in its storied past through the
promotion of tourism in its religiously maintained historic spots.

In recognition of the men and women who toiled for Marikina in the past and the
present generation of Marikefios who contribute to the city’s growth in one way or another,
April 16 is hereby set aside as a non-working holiday in the city. This much needed respite
would present itself as an opportunity for everyone to think of and work for future endeavors
in light of past victories.

In light of the foregoing, passage of this bill is highly sought.

MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO
Representative, 1* District
City of Marikina


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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1197

INTRODUCED BY HON. MARCELINO “MARCY” R. TEODORO

AN ACT
DECLARING APRIL 16 OF EACH YEAR AS MARIKINA CITY DAY AND SPECIAL NON-
WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF MARIKINA IN ORDER TO COMMEMORATE THE
FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE SAID CITY

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

SECTION 1. April 16 of every year is hereby declared a special nonworking holiday in
the City of Marikina to commemorate its founding anniversary and to be known as “Marikina
City Day’.

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

Approved,
16" CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. 1735

% Introduced by REP. EVELINA G. ESCUDERO

EXPLANATROY NOTE

To ease standard road design and usage of Philippine roads, this bill lowers by way of an
amendment the maximum permissible truck loadings in the country provided under Section 6 of
Republic Act No. 8794, from an axle load of 13,500 kilograms to 12,000 kilograms.

Passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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"EVELINA G. ESCUDERO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO. 1735

Introduced by REP. EVELINA G, ESCUDERO

AN ACT AMENDING SECTION 6 OF
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8794

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

‘CTION L. Section 6 of Republic Act No. 8794 is hereby amended to read as follows:

“Section 6. Penalty for Overloading — An amount equivalent to twenty five (25%) of the
MVUC shall be imposed on trucks and tailers for loading beyond their pre:

ribed gross vehicle

weight: Provided, That no axle load shall &

¢d [thirteen thousand five hundred kilograms
(13,500kgs)| TWELVE THOUSAND (12,000KGS) KILOGRAMS.”

. 2. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive issuances, and rules and regulation

inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed and modified accordingly.

SEC. 3. Effectivity Clause. ~ This Act shall take effect fifteen (1'5) days after publication in

at least (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines { 23 JUL 2013
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES \ ide Py

Quezon City \ Pras

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

House Bill No., 1711

Introduced by HON. NELSON“SONNY” P. COLLANTES.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to provide for the creation of a branch of Regional Trial Court in the
municipality of Sto. Tomas,Batangas.

It is said that “Justice delayed is justice denied”. The 1987 Philippine Constitution states
that “All persons shall have the right to a speedy disposition of their cases before all judicial,
quasi-judicial or administrative bodies”. Due to the voluminous number of cases filed with the
Regional Trial Court of Tanauan City, Batangas, justice is dispensed at a very slow rate. There is
an undue delay in the disposition of cases.

At present, there is no Regional Trial Court in the municipality of Sto. Tomas, Batangas.
Sto. Tomas is under the jurisdiction of Regional Trial Court offanauan City. The creation of a

Regional Trial Court will unclog their dockets and provide speedy disposition of cases.

In view of the foregoing considerations, the approval of the bill is strongly
recommended.

Nl ® Olt

NELSON “SONNY” P, COLLANTES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

House sill No._ 1711

Introduced by HON. NELSON “SONNY” P. COLLANTES:

AN ACT CREATING A.
BRANCH OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL COURT IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF STO. TOMAS,
PROVINCE OF BATANGAS, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Creation of a Regional Trial Court-By virtue of Section 14, paragraph e of Batas
Pambansa 129, otherwise known as the Judicial Reorganizational Act of 1980, there is hereby created a
branch of the Regional Trial Court ofSto. Tomas, Batangas.

SECTION 2. The Supreme Court of the Philippines shall issue the necessary rules and regulations
for the effective implementation of this Act.

SECTION 3. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, in coordination with the
Secretary of the Department of Justice shall immediately include in its program the operationalization of
a Regional Trial Court of Sto. Tomas,Batangas the funding of which shall be included in the annual
General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" CONGRESS,
First Regular Session

House BILLNo, 1106

Introduced by REP. EVELINA G. ESCUDERO-

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill increases the penalties under Article 363 (Incriminating Innocent
Persons) and Article 364 (Intriguing Against Honor) of the Revised Penal Code .

Incriminating innocent person is committed by any person who, by any act not
constituting perjury, shall directly incriminate or impute to an innocent person the
commission of a crime, while intriguing against honor is committed by any person who
intrigues another for the principal purpose of blemishing the honor or reputation of a
person.

The present penalties imposed by the law are not commensurate to the injury or
damage caused to the victim of false prosecution and intrigue. There is therefore a need
to punish with greater severity individuals who are found guilty of incriminatory
machinations.

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

EVELINA G. ESCUDERO


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

16" CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1106

HOUSE BILL NO. __

Introduced by REP. EVELINA G, ESCUDERO

AN ACT
AMENDING ARTICLES 363 AND 364 OF ACT NO. 3815,
AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE REVISED PENAL CODE

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

SECTION 1. Article 363 of Act No. 3815, as amended, otherwise known as the
Revised Penal Code, is hereby further amended to read as follows:

“ART. 363. Incriminating innocent person. - Any person who, by any act not
constituting perjury, shall directly incriminate or impute to an innocent person
the commission of a crime, shall be punished by [arresto mayor] PRISION
MAYOR IN ITS MINIMUM PERIOD.”

SEC. 2. Article 364 of the same Act, is likewise hereby further amended to read
as follows:

“ ART. 364. Intriguing against honor. ~ The penalty of [arresto menor] PRISION
CORRECCIONAL IN ITS MINIMUM PERIOD or fine not exceeding [200} 50,000
pesos shall be imposed for any intrigue which has for its principal purpose to blemish
the honor or reputation of a person.”

SEC. 3. Separability Clause. If any provision of this Act is declared invalid, the
remainder of this Act or any provision not affected thereby shall remain in force and
effect.

SEC4. Repealing Clause. All laws, orders, decrees, rules and regulations, and
other parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed,

amended or modified accordingly.

SEC 5. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its
publication in the Official Gazette or at least (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
SIXTEENTH 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. 1612

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill was originally introduced as House Bill No. 4985 by the
undersigned Rufus B. Rodriguez during the Fourteenth Congress. It was
approved by the Committee on Public Works and Highways under Committee
Report No. 1875, dated March 30, 2009. It was approved on 2™ reading on
May 6, 2009 and 3" reading on May 20, 2009. It was transmitted to the
Senate on May 26, 2009 where it was not acted upon.

This bill seeks to convert the F. S. Catanico to Palalan, Tablon, Road in
Cagayan de Oro City to a national road

The road is presently in poor condition and in need of immediate repair
and rehabilitation. City and provincial funds are not available for its
maintenance and/or upgrading. Hence, the need to look for other sources.

The F.S. Catanico to Palalan, Tablon road in Cagayan de Oro City with
its improvement, the welfare of the people of Cagayan de Oro City will benefit
for the easier access to both parties.

With its conversion into a national road it would receive much needed
funding and assistance it deserves.

Passage of this measure is earnestly requested. .

RUFYS B. ROD! EZ

wx’ eevee, JR.



SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES _—)
FIRST REGULAR SESSION )

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,

Introduced by Representative Rufus 8. Rodriguez and
Representative Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.

1612

House Bill No.,

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE F.S. CATANICO TO PALALAN, TABLON ROAD IN
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY INTO A NATIONAL ROAD

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

Section 1. The F. S. Catanico, to Palalan, Tablon Road in Cagayan
de Oro City 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 provision of this Act

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1835

Introduced by:
REP. FRANCISCO T. MATUGAS,
15' District, Surigao del Norte (Siargao Island)

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill converting the CORAZON — STA. CRUZ - STA. FE -—
LIBERTAD - CABITOONAN - CATANGNAN - GEN. LUNA ROAD in
the First Congressional District of the Province of Surigao del
Norte, presently classified as a provincial road, into a National
Road was approved by the House of Representatives and was
transmitted to the Senate of the 14™ Congress. It was re-filed in
the 15 Congress and approved by the House of
Representatives but remained pending with the Senate
Committee on Public Works until its sine die adjournment.
Hence, it is being re-filed in toto in the present Congress.

The CORAZON — STA. CRUZ - STA. FE - LIBERTAD -
CABITOONAN - CATANGNAN - GEN. LUNA ROAD is an 11.850
kilometer stretch of gravel roadway starting from Barangay
Corazon traversing the Barangays of Sta. Cruz, Sta. Fe,
Libertad, Cabitoonan, and Catangnan in the Municipality of
Gen. Luna, Surigao del Norte.

The existing road is in much need of repairs because the
provincial government cannot provide the necessary funds for
its maintenance.

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

FRANCISCO T. MATUGAS


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO, 1835

Introduced by:
REP. FRANCISCO T. MATUGAS
15' District, Surigao del Norte (Siargao Island)

AN ACT CONVERTING THE CORAZON - STA. CRUZ - STA. FE
~ LIBERTAD - CABITOONAN ~ CATANGNAN - GEN. LUNA
ROAD IN THE 151 CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF THE
PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL NORTE TO 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 Corazon - Sta. Cruz - Sta. Fe - Libertad -
Cabitoonan - Catangnan - Gen. Luna Road in the 1st Congressional
District of the Province of Surigao del Norte is hereby converted into
a national road.

Sec 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shalll include in
the Department's program the improvement, repair and
maintenance of the said road, the funding of which shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Sec 3, This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days atter its
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers
of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO, 1857

Introduced by Hon, Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert FAJARDO STREET in Hloilo City, presently classified as a
local city road, into a national road.

The road spans a total length of 603 lineal meters and is located at the Jaro District of
oilo City, It connects the Hoilo-Capiz Road (Old Route) national road and @ local road leading
to the Iloilo-Jaro Diversion Road. It serves as an alternate route of vehicles going from Jaro
District to Mandurriao District, allowing the road users to avoid passing through the busy
Mandurriao-Jaro national road.

Fajardo Street crosses through the very busy commercial area of Jaro District in Iloilo
City, where several historical structures and tourist attractions are located, Its conversion into a
national road will definitely help boost commerce in its area and improve access t the historic
tourist sites in the Jaro District.

In view of the foregoing, I highly recommend the approval of this bill


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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILLNO.__1857

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT CONVERTING FAJARDO STREET IN JARO DISTRICT, ILOILO CITY INTO A
NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION I. Fajardo Street in Jaro District, lloilo City is hereby converted into a national
road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SEC. 2. The Secretary of Public Works and Highways shall include in the Department's

program the improvement, repair and maintenance of the said road, the funding of which shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16™) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No__17’71

Introduced by Hon. Joseph Gilbert F. Violago

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to create two (2) additional Regional Trial Court branches and two (2)
Municipal Trial Court In Cities branches in San Jose City, Nueva Ecija. i

The increasing number of cases filed in the existing courts of the Province of Nueva Ecija
hinders the speedy disposition of cases and heavily burdens the personnel assigned to the said
courts. Any delay in the service of judgment or procedure is prejudicial to parties involved in
different legal issues.

This legislation intends to remedy the overflowing case dockets of the courts in the area
and respond to the need for faster disposition of cases and more efficient delivery of justice,

Immediate approval of this bill is sought.

LPS
HON. JOSEPH F. VIOLAGO
Representative
2N® District, Nueva Ecija


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH (16"™) CONGRESS
First Regular Session

1771

House Bill No.

Introduced by Hon. Joseph Gilbert F. Violago

AN ACT
CREATING TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BRANCHES OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL COURT AND.
TWO (2) ADDITIONAL MUNICIPAL TRIAL COURT IN CITIES IN THE THIRD JUDICIAL,
REGION TO BE STATIONED IN SAN JOSE CITY, PROVINCE OF NUEVA ECIJA,
FURTHER AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION 14, PARAGRAPH (C) AND
SECTION 29 OF BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 129, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE
“JUDICIARY REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1980”, AS AMENDED, AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:
SECTION 1. Two (2) additional Regional Trial Court branches and two (2) additional

Municipal Trial Court in Cities branches are hereby created in the Third Judicial Region to be
stationed in the Province of Nueva Ecija, with seats at:

REGIONAL TRIAL COURT ADDITIONAL BRANCHES
San Jose City 2

MUNICIPAL TRIAL Cour IN Cites ADDITIONAL BRANCHES
San Jose City 2

The Supreme Court shall assign the respective branch numbers of the newly-created
branches of the Regional Trial Court and Municipal Trial Court in Cities in the Third Judicial
Region.

SEC. 2. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the Secretary of the
Department of Justice, shall immediately include in the Court's program the implementation of
this Act. The funding therefor shall likewise be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.

SEC. 3. Section 14(c) and Section 29 of Batas Pambansa Bld. 129, otherwise known as “The
Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980’, as amended, and all other laws, rules and regulations
which are inconsistent with this Act are hereby amended, repealed or modified accordingly.

SEC. 4. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 104 2

Introduced by HONORABLE FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to name the diversion road in Tacloban City as Gov. Benjamin
“Kokoy” T. Romualdez Diversion Road.

Benjamin “Kokoy” T. Romualdez was a diplomat, local government executive,
educator and a public servant. He passed away on February 21, 2012 and left
shining monuments both from his passions for excellence and his vision for the
future. Among his impressive, highly successful projects were the setting up of
educational, medical and health institutions, energy and industrial plants, vital
infrastructure and tourism projects

He took the initiative for the construction and completion of the diversion road
when he was a Governor of Leyte. For his matchless legacies and the tremendous
growth of Leyte, it is but fitting that he be credited and memorialize his name on the
diversion road he caused to build

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

IDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1042

Introduced by HONORABLE FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ

AN ACT
NAMING THE DIVERSION ROAD IN TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE
AS GOV. BENJAMIN “KOKOY” T. ROMUALDEZ DIVERSION ROAD.

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

SECTION 1. The Diversion Road in Tacloban City, Leyte shall hereinafter be
known as Gov. Benjamin “Kokoy” T. Romualdez Diversion Road,

SECTION 2. The Department of Public Works and Highways shalll issue the
necessary rules, orders and circulars to implement the provision of this Act.

SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
the Official Gazette.

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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL no,__ 1807

Introduced by HONORABLE ANDRES D. SALVACION JR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill provides for the conversion of the Calubian-Jubay Municipal Road
Network located in the Municipality of Calubian, Province of Leyte into a national road to
be known as the Calubian-Jubay National Road.

The maintenance and repair of barangay and municipal roads are within the
jurisdiction of the local government units. Taking into account, the meager income of the
Municipality of Calubian, it can hardly support the maintenance of the aforementioned road
which hampers the growth of trade and commerce within the Third District of Leyte,

The conversion of the said road network into a national road will surely spur
economic growth and development in the area as it will ensure funding support from the
national government for its regular repair and maintenance.

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

np LVACION, JR.


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

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 807

Introduced by HONORABLE ANDRES D. SALVACION JR.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CALUBIAN-JUBAY MUNICIPAL ROAD NETWORK LOCATED IN
THE MUNICIPALITY OF CALUBIAN, PROVINCE OF LEYTE INTO A NATIONAL ROAD
TO BE KNOWN AS THE CALUBIAN-JUBAY NATIONAL ROAD

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

SECTION 1. The Calubian—Jubay Municipal Road Network located in the Municipality of
Calubian, Province of Leyte is hereby converted into a national road to be known as the
Calubian-Jubay National Road.

SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue the
necessary rules, orders and circulars for the effective implementation of this Act.

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTAT!

Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1958

INTRODUCED BY: REPRESENTATIVE PRYDE HENRY A. TEVES

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The government establishes technical and vocational educational program in order to
keep equilibrium between hypothetical and real or hands on work. This type of program has been
recognized as the master key to sustainable development. The secondary education should
prepare students for further learning and sustainable means of livelihood. Hence, we deemed
necessary to integrate technical-vocational education in public high schools in order to raise the
quality of high school graduates in the country.

We firmly believe that the conversion of Balugo High School to Balugo Technical and
Vocational High School will best serve the concems of school children and will be a decisive
step in reaching out to the needs of young people for the advancement their future.

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

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PRYDE/HENRY A. TEVES


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House Bill No. 1258

AN ACT CONVERTING BALUGO HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY BALUGO,
MUNICIPALITY OF VALENCIA, NEGROS ORIENTAL INTO AN
INTEGRATED TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN
AS “BALUGO TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL” AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

INTRODUCED BY: REPRESENTATIVE PRYDE HENRY A. TEVES

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

Section 1.Conversion into a Technical and Vocational High School. ~ The Balugo High School
in Barangay Balugo, Municipality of Valencia, Negros Oriental is hereby converted into a
technical and vocational high school to be knowns as “Balugo Technical and Vocational High

School”.

Section 2. Implementation. — The Department of Education, in partnership with the Technical
Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), is hereby mandated to supervise and
provide the necessary administrative requirements and prepare the rules and regulations for the
implementation of this Act.


Section 3. Appropriations. — The Department of Education shall immediately include in the
department's program the operationalization of Balugo Technical and Vocational High School,
the funding of which shall be charged against the current year’s appropriations of Balugo High
School and thereafter in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least
two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No. 1038

Introduced by HONORABLE FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill aims to convert the Palo East-By Pass Road in Palo, Leyte into a
National Road.

The Palo East By-Pass Road, with a width of 6.70 meters and length of 1,543
meters, will decongest traffic along Maharlika Highway in Palo. It also serves as an
alternate route to and from McArthur Park, the Government Center, as well as the
Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport in Tacloban City.

Hence, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly requested.

‘DINAND MAt A, » ROMUALDEZ


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1038

Introduced by HONORABLE FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE PALO EAST BY-PASS ROAD IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
PALO, PROVINCE OF LEYTE 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. Conversion of Provincial Road,- The Palo East By-Pass in the
Municipality of Palo, Province of Leyte is hereby converted into a national road under
the jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

SECTION 2. Appropriations.- The Secretary of the Department of Public
Works and Highways shall include in the Department's program the repair,
maintenance and improvement of the said road, the funding of which shall be
included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

SECTION 3. Effectivity.- This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazete.

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

‘SIXTEENTH CONGRESS

First Regular Session

House BillNo,_ 1715

Introduced by Representative Guillermo A. Romarate, Jr.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Barangay Manjagao of Surigao City in the Province of Surigao
del Norte is an island barangay separated by a channel of battering
waves and the deep blue water of the Surigao strait. High school
students of this isolated barangay converged in Surigao City National
High School-Manjagao Annex with full enthusiasm to finish their
secondary education. Year by year, the enrollees’ number increases
‘and the Surigao City National High School-Manjagao Annex had
difficulty in serving these young boys and girls with quality education
due to its limited funding from the City government of Surigao.

So as to give the students in this area easy access to secondary
education, which is their basic right, and to include them among the
educated youth who will be the hope of our country, the conversion
of Surigao City National High School-Manjagao Annex into a National
High School is imperative.

Approval of this Bill, is strongly recommended.


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

First Regular Session

1715

House Bill No.

Introduced by Representative Guillermo A. Romarate, Jr.

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE SURIGAO CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL-
MANJAGAO ANNEX IN BARANGAY MANJAGAO, SURIGAO CITY INTO
A NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS MANJAGAO NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Conversion of a National High School — The Surigao.
City National High SchoolManjagao Annex in Barangay Manjagao,
Surigao City, is hereby converted to national high school to be known

as Manjagao National High School.

SEC. 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities All personnel, assets,
liabliities and records of the Surigao City National High School
Manjagao Annex shall be transfered to and absorbed by the

Manjagao National High School.


SEC. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Education shall
immediately include in the Department's program the
operationalization of the Manjagao National High School, the initial
funding of which shall be charged against the current year's
appropriation of the Surigao City National High School-Manjagao
Annex. Thereafter, the amount necessary for the continued operation
Of the school shall be included in the annual General Appropriations

Act.

SEC. 4. Implementation. — The Secretary of Education shall issue
such rules and regulations as may be necessary to camy out the

purpose of this Act.

SEC. 5. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days

after its publication in the Official Gazette.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES {
Quezon City ie
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS {
First Regular Session RSF
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HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Honorable Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to create an additional Regional Trial Court
branch in the Province of Lanao del Norte to be stationed in Bacolod,
Lanao del Norte.

With the passage of Republic Act 9974 entitled, “An Act
Providing for the Reapportionment of Legislative Districts in the
Province of Lanao del Norte”, and Republic Act 9724 entitled, “An Act
Separating the City of Iligan from the First Legislative District of the
Province of Lanao del Norte to Constitute the Lone Legislative District
of the City of lligan, only two (2) regional trial court branches were left
to hear and dispose of all the cases filed in the province of Lanao del
Norte whose population exceeds five hundred thousand. This
predicament is causing undue delays in the disposition of cases and

badly hampers the administration of justice in the province.

To ensure access to our judicial courts and the speedier
dispensation of justice in our part of the country, the immediate

passage of this bill is earnestly sought and recommended.

REP. IMELDA QYI \NZA-DIMAPORO
1st District, Lanao del Norte



Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bit No, 13 10

Introduced by Honorable Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo

AN ACT
CREATING AN ADDITIONAL REGIONAL TRIAL COURT BRANCH IN THE
PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL NORTE TO BE STATIONED IN BACOLOD,
LANAO DEL NORTE, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE SECTION (14),
PARAGRAPH (G) OF BATAS PAMBANSA BILANG 129, OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS THE “JUDICIARY REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1980”, AS
AMENDED, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Section 14, paragraph (g) of Batas Pambansa Bilang 129,
otherwise known as “The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980", as
amended, is hereby further amended to read as follows:

“SECTION 14. Regional Trial Courts. —
“XXX

[Eight] NINE branches (Branches I to VI, XXI and XXVII) for the province
of Lanao del Norte and the city of lligan, Branches I to VI with seats at Iligan
City, and Branch VII, XXI, AND XXVII AT BACOLOD;

XXX
ONE BRANCH IN BACOLOD, LANAO DEL NORTE

SECTION 2. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination
with the Secretary of the Department of Justice, shall immediately include
in the Court’s program the operationalization of a Regional Trial Court
branch for the Province of Lanao del Norte to be stationed at Bacolod, the
funding of which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations
Act.

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

Approved.
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRE: |TATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BiLLNo. 1145

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas III

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Passport issuance is known to be the most basic consular service accessed by the
Filipino people. In establishing a satellite or extension office of the Department of Foreign
Affairs-Passport Issuance Office in the District of Novaliches, the government will be able to
serve and cater to the needs and consular requirements of the District's constituents and
those of its nearby barangays. This is a product of the effort of the 15t' Congress through its
principal author, Honorable Winston Castelo.

As an inviolable principle, the government should be the prime institution in
ing the basic public services that the people need. It is for this reason that this
Representation filed this bill and seeks its subsequent and immediate passage.

REDO D. VARGAS III


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

nouse sino, 2145

Introduced by Representative Alfredo D. Vargas II]

AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS - PASSPORT ISSUANCE OFFICE
IN NOVALICHES, DISTRICT 5, QUEZON CITY AND PROVIDING 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 a Department of Foreign Affairs-Passport
Issuance Office in Novaliches, District 5, Quezon City.

SEC. 2. Appropriation. - The amount necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act
is hereby authorized to be appropriated in the General Appropriations Act of the year
following its enactment and every year thereafter.

SEC. 3. Implementation. - The Secretary of Foreign Affairs or its deputized officer
shall issue rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Act.

SEC. 4. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in
at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation or the Official Gazette of the Philippines.

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1026

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert VALERIA STREET in Iloilo City, presently classified as a
local city road, into a national road. It was originally filed as House Bill 5353 in the 15"
Congress. It was passed on third reading by the House of Representatives and was approved by
the Senate Committee on Public Works in the previous Congress. However, the Senate was not
able to schedule the bill for 2™ reading prior to the closure of the 15" Congress.

VALERIA STREET spans a total length of 1,015 meters, with a width of 12 meters. It
is located at the City Proper District of Hoilo City, The road connects to two main roads: General
Luna Street and Delgado Street, which leads towards two Iloilo City universities, SM Delgado
and the main business district of the City Proper.

The conversion of VALERIA STREET into a national road is necessary in order to
ensure the improvement and maintenance of this pivotal Iloilo City road. The street is a major
artery that allows the people of Tloilo City to access vital institutions and commercial areas in the
city. Hence, the street’s economic value and importance to the people’s general welfare cannot
be understated,

In view of the foregoing, I highly recommend the approval of tHis bi}

EI  TRENAS


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 1026

Introduced by Hon. Jerry P. Trefias

AN ACT CONVERTING VALERIA STREET IN CITY PROPER DISTRICT, ILOILO CITY
INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND APPRORIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Valeria Street in City Proper District, Iloilo City is hereby converted into a
national road under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways.

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

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

Approved,
Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL No.__1749

Introduced by Honorable Damian G. Mercado

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to convert the Tawid-Guadalupe-Cabulihan-Sto. Rosario-Manhilo
Provincial Road in Maasin City, Southern Leyte into a national road.

Within the vicinity of the said road are barangays with more than fifty thousand
inhabitants. Two of the most stable export products of the country, abaca and coconut,
are found in this locality. Unfortunately, the provincial road leading to the national road
is in such dilapidated state that these products cannot be effectively repaired and
maintained due to lack of funds from the concemed city and province.

By converting it into a national road, the responsibility for the maintenance
thereof is transferred to the national government through the Department of Public Works
and Highways. With paved and duly maintained road network, commerce and trade
would be enhanced.

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

D. VI MERCADO


Republic of the Philippines

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Quezon City, Metro Manila

Sixteenth Congress
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. _ 1749

Introduced by Honorable Damian G. Mercado

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE TAWID-GUADALUPE-CABULIHAN-
STO.ROSARIO-MANHILO PROVINCIAL ROAD IN MAASIN CITY,
PROVINCE OF SOUTHERN LEYTE INTO A NATIONAL ROAD AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR.

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

SEC. 1. The Tawid-Guadalupe-Cabulihan-Sto.Rosario-Manhilo
Provincial Road in Maasin City, Province of Southern Leyte, is hereby
converted into a national road under the supervision of the Department of
Public Works and Highways.

SEC. 2. The amount necessary for the effective implementation

of this Act shall be charged to the appropriations for the Department of


Public Works and Highways under the current General Appropriations Act.

Thereafter, the sum necessary for the repair, improvement and maintenance

of the road shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.

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

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

16" CONGRESS

First Regular Session

1897

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE FRANZ “CHICOY” E, ALVAREZ

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks the conversion of the Caruray Barangay high School in
Barangay Caruray, Municipality of San Vicente, Province of Palawan, into a national
high school to be known as the Caruray National High School.

Barangay Caruray is one of the most progressive barangay in the Municipality
of Taytay. It offers much economic potential with various economic activities like
fishing, farming and trading.

Caruray Barangay High School has always relied on the support of local
government units, local association of parents and teachers, and concerned citizens
for its operation and maintenance.

The steady increase in enrolment of the barangay high school has strained its
already meager budget, thereby adversely affecting the quality of instruction and the
administration of the school.

The conversion of the Caruray Barangay High School into a separate and
independent nationally-funded high school shall not only improve its funding support
but also its administrative supervision and its entire operations.

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

FRANZ “CHICOY” E. ALVAREZ


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

16 CONGRESS

First Regular Session

1897

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by HONORABLE FRANZ “CHICOY” E, ALVAREZ

AN ACT
CONVERTING THE CARURAY BARANGAY HIGH SCHOOL IN BARANGAY
CARURAY, MUNICIPALITY OF SAN VICENTE, PROVINCE OF PALAWAN, INTO A
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TO BE KNOWN AS THE CARURAY NATIONAL HIGH
SCHOOL, PROVIDING FOR ITS FUNDING AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

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

SECTION 1. Conversion.. Caruray Barangay High School in Barangay
Caruray, Municipality of San Vicente, Province of Palawan, is hereby converted into a
national high school to be known as the Caruray National High School.

SECTION 2. Transfer of Assets and Liabilities.- All assets, immovable and
movable, and records of the Caruray Barangay High School, as well as its liabilities
or obligations, are hereby transferred to the Caruray Natioanl High School; Provided
however, that the positions, rights and security of tenure of academic and non-
academic personnel who choose to remain and serve in the new school shall not be
impaired.

SECTION 3. Appropriations.. The amount necessary to carry out the
provisions of this Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year
following its enactment into law and thereafter.

SECTION 4. Implementation. The Department of Education shall
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of

the provisions of this Act.

SECTION 5. Effectivity.- This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.