Committee on BASIC EDUCATION
EXPANDED NATIONAL NUTRITION PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Nutrition Program Act aims to strengthen and expand the National Nutrition Program by amending the existing Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act. It includes provisions for various nutrition interventions targeting children and pregnant women, and establishes roles for multiple government agencies in implementing these programs.
NATIONAL NUTRITION PROGRAM
The bill proposes to transform the existing National Feeding Program into a National Nutrition Program. This change includes broadening the program's reach and improving its support systems. It also involves allocating funds for these initiatives and revising existing laws related to child nutrition.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL ACT OF 2026
Senate Bill No. 2146, known as the Adopt-a-School Act of 2026, aims to enhance private sector participation in public education by amending the existing Adopt-a-School Act. It introduces new incentives for private entities to support public schools, including tax deductions and exemptions for donations, and expands the types of assistance that can be provided to educational institutions.
STUDENTS GUIDANCE COUNSELING ACT
The Students' Guidance Counseling Act mandates the recruitment, hiring, and training of school-based licensed guidance counselors, psychologists, school social workers, and mental health personnel to address mental health issues among students.
LAKAMBINI ACT OF 2026
The Lakambini Act of 2026 aims to institutionalize the study of Filipino women heroes in the curricula of all educational institutions in the Philippines to promote historical awareness and recognize women's contributions to nation-building.
NATIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR EDUCATION (NCCE) ACT
This bill establishes the National Coordinating Council for Education (NCCE) to enhance coordination among education agencies and improve the education system in the Philippines.
ENHANCING DECENTRALIZED GOVERNANCE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN BASIC EDUCATION
This bill aims to enhance decentralized governance and service delivery in basic education by authorizing the creation and rationalization of Schools Division Offices and amending the Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001.
PHILIPPINE HISTORY EDUCATION PROTECTION ACT
The Philippine History Education Protection Act establishes the right of Filipinos to Philippine history education, mandates its teaching as a standalone subject at all levels of formal education, and creates an inter-agency council to oversee its implementation.
ANYTIME LEARNING ACCESS ACT
The bill aims to establish 24-hour public libraries in highly urbanized and first-class component cities, providing inclusive study spaces and resources for students and the community.
BOOSTED TECHNOLOGY SUBSIDY (BTS) FOR STUDENTS AND LEARNERS ACT
The Boosted Technology Subsidy (BTS) for Students and Learners Act aims to provide financial assistance to students in public schools, alternative education programs, and state universities and colleges by establishing a subsidy program for technology-related needs.
THE FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND LITERACY ACT
The Financial Education and Literacy Act aims to integrate basic financial literacy as a core subject in junior and senior high school curricula and as part of the K to 12 program, with funding appropriated for its implementation.
BASIC EDUCATION VOUCHER PROGRAM ACT
The Basic Education Voucher Program Act establishes a voucher system for students in private basic education, aiming to improve access to quality education and replace the previous Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act.
RIGHT TO STUDENT RECORDS ACT
The Right to Student Records Act aims to prevent educational institutions from unreasonably withholding students' official school records due to financial issues and establishes a mechanism to assist financially incapacitated students in accessing these records.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN AND DEPENDENTS OF FARMERS AND FISHERFOLKS ACT
The bill aims to provide educational assistance to children and dependents of farmers and fisherfolk, ensuring they receive support from basic education through tertiary education in public schools.
LAST MILE AND GIDA SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Mile and GIDA Schools Act aims to support public basic education schools in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) by establishing GIDA Schools, improving accessibility, and providing necessary resources and infrastructure.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND STATE UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES MODERNIZATION ACT OF 2026
The Public Schools and State Universities and Colleges Modernization Act of 2026 aims to modernize educational institutions in the Philippines by enhancing infrastructure, integrating technology, and improving access to digital resources.
PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES IN THE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
This bill allows the Department of Education (DepEd) to choose the most effective teaching methods for the basic education curriculum, amending the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.
PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION VOUCHERS ACT
The Private Basic Education Vouchers Act aims to establish a voucher program for private basic education, repealing certain provisions of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act. It seeks to provide financial assistance to students and improve the quality of private education in the Philippines.
K TO 3 FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING AND NURTURING CARE ACT
The K to 3 Foundational Learning and Nurturing Care Act aims to establish a national program to enhance foundational learning for children in Kindergarten to Grade 3, focusing on early language, literacy, numeracy, social and emotional learning, and values formation.
GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE TO PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION ACT
The Government Assistance to Private Basic Education Act aims to enhance the existing government assistance program for private basic education by expanding coverage, improving subsidy mechanisms, and establishing funds for teacher training and salary support.
LAST MILES SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Miles Schools Act aims to establish public basic education schools in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas, ensuring access to education through infrastructure improvements and tailored programs.
PRIVATE EDUCATION VOUCHER EXPANSION (PEVE) ACT
The Private Education Voucher Expansion (PEVE) Act aims to establish a Private Basic Education Voucher Program, create the Bureau of Private Education, and provide financial assistance to students in private basic education institutions. It repeals certain sections of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act to modernize and consolidate support mechanisms for private education.
DEPED - NORTHERN ILOILO DIVISION ACT
This bill proposes the creation of a separate Department of Education division for Northern Iloilo to improve education management and service delivery in the area.
EXTENDING THE NATIONAL FEEDING PROGRAM TO UNDERNOURISHED CHILDREN IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
This bill aims to extend the National Feeding Program to include undernourished children in secondary schools, amending the existing law to enhance nutritional support for students.
MANDATORY SCHOOLS CLINIC ACT
The Mandatory Schools Clinic Act mandates the establishment of a school clinic in every public school in the Philippines, aiming to improve health services for students.
BATANG MAGALING ACT
The Batang Magaling Act aims to ensure that Senior High School graduates under the K to 12 Program are equipped with the necessary knowledge, training, and skills to meet labor market demands. It establishes councils to align educational offerings with industry needs and mandates regular labor market studies to inform curriculum updates.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN AND DEPENDENTS OF FARMERS AND FISHERFOLKS ACT
This bill aims to provide educational assistance to children and dependents of farmers and fisherfolks, ensuring they receive support from basic education through to tertiary education.
DIGITAL SKILLS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ACT
The Digital Skills and Technology Education Act mandates the inclusion of digital skills and relevant technology courses in the educational curriculum across basic, tertiary, and technical-vocational education in the Philippines.
LAST MILE SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Mile Schools Act aims to establish public basic education schools in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas, providing necessary infrastructure and support to improve access to education for these communities.
DIGITAL SKILLS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ACT
The Digital Skills and Technology Education Act mandates the inclusion of digital skills and relevant technology courses in the educational curriculum across various educational levels in the Philippines.
SCAM PREVENTION EDUCATION ACT
The Scam Prevention Education Act aims to include scam prevention education in the senior high school curriculum to protect students from fraud.
KALINGANG MENTAL HEALTH PARA SA GURO ACT OF 2026
The Kalingang Mental Health para sa Guro Act of 2026 aims to establish programs and services to support the mental health and wellness of teachers in the Philippines, ensuring they receive adequate support and resources.
PRIVATE EDUCATION VOUCHER EXPANSION (PEVE) ACT
The Private Education Voucher Expansion (PEVE) Act aims to institutionalize the Private Basic Education Voucher Program, create the Bureau of Private Education, and provide funding for these initiatives while repealing certain provisions of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act.
INCLUSION OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULA OF THE K-12 PROGRAM
This bill requires the inclusion of entrepreneurship as a separate subject in the junior and senior high school curricula of the K-12 program in the Philippines.
SPECIAL PROGRAM IN CREATIVE ARTS FOR JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
This bill aims to strengthen the Special Program in Creative Arts for junior and senior high school students by enhancing the curriculum and providing funding for its implementation.
TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATION ACT
The Traffic Safety Education Act aims to institutionalize road safety and traffic education for children and youth in the Philippines by integrating these topics into the basic education curriculum and conducting community-based traffic education programs.
SABAH MANDATORY EDUCATION ACT
The Sabah Mandatory Education Act aims to integrate the study of the Philippines' sovereignty over North Borneo (Sabah) into the curricula of all public and private basic educational institutions.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA EDUCATION ACT
The West Philippine Sea Education Act aims to integrate education about the West Philippine Sea into the curricula of basic and higher education, promoting awareness of the Philippines' maritime rights and responsibilities.
LAST MILES SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Miles Schools Act aims to establish public basic education schools in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas, ensuring access to education and necessary infrastructure such as roads and electricity.
PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES IN THE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
This bill allows the Department of Education (DepEd) to choose the most effective teaching methods for the basic education curriculum, amending the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.
EXPANDING R.A. NO. 10627 (ANTI-BULLYING ACT OF 2013)
This bill aims to expand the coverage of the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 by including higher education and technical-vocational institutions, establishing complaint mechanisms, and mandating anti-bullying policies across all educational levels.
CLASSROOM-BUILDING ACCELERATION PROGRAM (CAP) ACT
The Classroom-Building Acceleration Program (CAP) Act aims to establish a program under the Department of Education (DepEd) to facilitate the construction of classrooms by local government units (LGUs) and civil society organizations (CSOs). It addresses the critical shortage of classrooms in the Philippines and promotes quality education through adequate facilities.
AMENDING R. A. NO. 11037 (MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN PARA SA BATANG PILIPINO ACT)
This bill amends the Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act to extend the National Feeding Program to cover the entire school year and mandates the direct procurement of agricultural and fishery products from accredited local producers.
LAST MILE AND GIDA SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Mile and GIDA Schools Act aims to establish public basic education schools in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas, ensuring access roads and necessary infrastructure are provided to enhance educational access.
PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION VOUCHERS ASSISTANCE ACT
The Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act aims to establish a voucher program for private basic education, create the Bureau of Private Education, and provide funding for these initiatives while repealing certain provisions of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA MANDATORY EDUCATION ACT
The West Philippine Sea Mandatory Education Act aims to integrate the study of the West Philippine Sea into the curricula of all public and private basic educational institutions in the Philippines.
GABAY SA BUHAY ACT
The Gabay sa Buhay Act mandates the inclusion of social awareness and social responsibilities in the senior high school curriculum through a 16-hour seminar, aimed at preparing students for the workforce.
LAST MILE SCHOOLS ACT
The Last Mile Schools Act aims to establish public basic education schools in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas, ensuring access to education and infrastructure improvements.
EXPANDED NATIONAL CHILD FEEDING PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Child Feeding Program Act aims to enhance the National Feeding Program in public schools and day care centers by amending specific provisions of the Masustansyang Pagkain Para sa Batang Pilipino Act and appropriating necessary funds for its implementation.
DIGITAL LITERACY IN SCHOOLS ACT
The Digital Literacy in Schools Act mandates the inclusion of digital literacy in the curriculum for grade schools and high schools, aiming to equip students with essential skills for navigating the digital world safely and responsibly.
TEACHER IN EVERY BARRIO ACT
The Teacher in Every Barrio Act aims to establish the Teacher in Every Barrio Program, which will provide scholarships and incentives for teachers in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas, ensuring qualified educators are present in these communities.
MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN PARA SA BATANG PILIPINO ACT
The bill aims to strengthen the National Nutrition Program by amending the Masustansyang Pagkain Para sa Batang Pilipino Act. It proposes to expand the coverage of supplemental feeding programs, increase feeding days, and allow for milk substitutes, among other provisions.
STUDENT LOAD DISCOUNT ACT
The Student Load Discount Act aims to provide a 20% discount on mobile and internet services for eligible students to alleviate financial burdens and promote equitable access to education.
ROAD DISCIPLINE AND SAFETY EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to integrate road discipline and safety education into the senior high school curriculum and appropriates funds for its implementation.
ABRAHAMIC STUDIES AND RELIGIONS ACT
The bill aims to integrate Abrahamic Studies and Religions into the Philippine history curriculum for basic education, starting from Grade 3, to promote understanding and respect for diverse religious beliefs.
ANTI-PABEBE ACT OF 2025
The Anti-Pabebe Act of 2025 aims to enhance early education by integrating practical life skills, values formation, and environmental awareness into the basic education curriculum. It mandates the Department of Education (DepEd) to develop a comprehensive framework for these integrations and appropriates necessary funds for implementation.
ABOLISHING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION ACT
This bill proposes to abolish the Senior High School component of the Philippine education system, amending the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 to simplify the basic education curriculum.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT AND PROTECTION FOR TEACHERS ACT
The Classroom Management Support and Protection for Teachers Act aims to establish support mechanisms for public school teachers and personnel regarding student discipline and classroom management, while also providing legal protection against false accusations.
BATANG MAGALING ACT
The Batang Magaling Act aims to ensure that senior high school graduates are equipped with the necessary skills and training for the labor market, promoting their employability and competitiveness.
EXAPANDED NATIONAL FEEDING PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Feeding Program Act aims to enhance the National Feeding Program by extending its coverage to include Junior and Senior High School students and mandating the procurement of at least 40% of food supplies from local farmers and fisherfolk.
E-BOOKS FOR THE BARANGAY PROGRAM ACT
The E-Books for the Barangay Program Act aims to provide free access to digital learning resources for all barangays in the Philippines, enhancing educational opportunities and digital literacy.
KANTINA PARA SA MAG-AARAL ACT
The Kantina para sa Mag-aaral Act aims to establish canteens in all public schools across the Philippines, providing healthy and nutritious meals to students as part of the National Feeding Program.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 11037 (MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN PARA SA BATANG PILIPINO ACT)
This bill aims to strengthen the National Nutrition Program by amending the Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act. It expands the program to include children as young as two years old and introduces universal feeding for all learners from Kindergarten to Grade 3, while maintaining targeted feeding for undernourished students in Grades 4 to 6.
COMPREHENSIVE ROAD SAFETY EDUCATION ACT
The Comprehensive Road Safety Education Act aims to integrate basic road safety and comprehensive driver's education into the K to 12 curriculum in the Philippines.
EXPANDED NATIONAL FEEDING PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Feeding Program Act aims to enhance the National Feeding Program by extending its coverage to all public school learners from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and all children in public day care centers, ensuring they receive nutritious meals throughout the academic year.
INTERNET SAFETY EDUCATION ACT
The Internet Safety Education Act aims to establish a safety internet education program in the curriculum of all elementary and secondary schools in the Philippines.
SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSIBLITY IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ACT
The Social Media Responsibility in Educational Institutions Act aims to integrate responsible social media usage into the educational curriculum for primary and secondary schools, promoting critical thinking and ethical online behavior among students.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND STATE UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES MODERNIZATION
This bill aims to modernize all public schools and state universities and colleges in the Philippines by upgrading facilities, integrating technology, and providing better educational tools.
UNDERPRIVILEGED STUDENTS DISCOUNT ACT
The Underprivileged Students Discount Act aims to provide a 5% discount on essential education-related services for underprivileged students across all educational levels, including those in technical-vocational institutions.
PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION VOUCHERS ASSISTANCE ACT
The Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act aims to establish a voucher program for private basic education, create the Bureau of Private Education, and provide funding for these initiatives while repealing certain provisions of existing laws.
NO HOMEWORK LAW
The bill establishes a no-homework policy for all primary and secondary schools in the Philippines, prohibiting homework on weekends and limiting weekday assignments to a maximum of four hours.
GALING PINOY KOMIKS SUPPORT ACT
The Galing Pinoy Komiks Support Act mandates the use of Philippine komiks in instructional materials in public schools and provides financial incentives to support the local komiks industry.
ABOT ALAM ACT
The Abot Alam Act aims to institutionalize the Abot Alam Program of the Department of Education, which provides educational opportunities for out-of-school youth and marginalized adults. It includes the establishment of a comprehensive database and various educational modalities to support these individuals.
MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN PARA SA BATANG PILIPINO ACT
This bill aims to expand the National Feeding Program to include secondary school students, amending the existing Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act to address undernutrition among adolescents.
PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY (PSOFT) ACT
The Public Schools of the Future in Technology (PSOFT) Act aims to enhance public education in the Philippines by integrating digital technology and innovation into the teaching and learning processes. It establishes an Inter-agency Task Force to develop a PSOFT Road Map and provides a framework for public-private partnerships to support these initiatives.
MANDATORY CONSTITUTIONAL EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to integrate the teaching of the 1987 Philippine Constitution into the secondary education curriculum of all public and private educational institutions in the Philippines.
ROAD SAFETY AND COMPREHENSIVE DRIVER'S EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to integrate basic road safety and comprehensive driver's education into the basic education curriculum in the Philippines, addressing the urgent need for road safety awareness among students.
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP COMMISSION ACT
The National Scholarship Commission Act aims to create a unified system for processing scholarship grants, student loans, and other financial support for Filipino youth by establishing the National Scholarship Commission.
SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE ARTS ACT
The bill aims to strengthen the Special Program in the Arts (SPA) for high school students by creating a council under the Department of Education (DepEd) to oversee the program and appropriating funds for its implementation.
TELEVISION ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM ACT
The Television Alternative Learning System Act aims to establish a television broadcasting education program as an alternative learning system for basic education, particularly during crises and calamities.
PHILIPPINE ONLINE LIBRARY ACT
The Philippine Online Library Act aims to digitize all textbooks necessary for public education and establish an online library to improve access to educational materials for elementary and secondary students.
FOREST SANCTUARIES ACT
The Forest Sanctuaries Act aims to promote urban and countryside greening in the Philippines through mandatory tree planting and the establishment of forest sanctuaries by public schools under the Department of Education.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL ACT OF 2025
The Adopt-a-School Act of 2025 aims to enhance private sector involvement in public education by amending the existing Adopt-a-School Act of 1998. It broadens the types of support that private entities can provide to public schools and introduces clearer tax incentives to encourage participation.
GRADUATING STUDENTS FOR REFORESTATION ACT
The Graduating Students for Reforestation Act requires all graduating senior high school and college students to plant two trees each as a civic duty for environmental protection. The bill aims to promote reforestation and environmental stewardship among the youth.
MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY ACT
The Media and Information Literacy Act aims to integrate media and information literacy into the basic education curriculum in the Philippines, promoting critical thinking and responsible media consumption among students.
YOUTH PATRIOTISM AND BAYANIHAN ACT
The Youth Patriotism and Bayanihan Act aims to strengthen patriotism and nationalism among Filipino youth by integrating specific programs into the basic education curriculum across all public and private schools.
ADOPT-A- SCHOOL ACT OF 2025
The Adopt-a-School Act of 2025 aims to enhance private sector participation in public education by amending the existing Adopt-a-School Act of 1998. It introduces new incentives for private entities to support public educational institutions, including tax exemptions and additional deductions for expenses related to the program.
VARSITY SPORTS PROGRAM IN BASIC EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to establish a Varsity Sports Program in elementary and secondary schools to promote physical education and support the development of student-athletes in the Philippines.
CITIZEN SERVICE PROGRAM ACT
The Citizen Service Program Act aims to establish a mandatory citizen service program for students in elementary and secondary education, focusing on community service, disaster preparedness, and environmental protection. It also provides incentives for students who enroll in the Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC).
COMPULSORY VOTER EDUCATION ACT OF 2025
The Compulsory Voter Education Act of 2025 aims to integrate voter education into the junior and senior high school curricula to prepare students for active participation in the electoral process.
CONSTITUTIONAL EDUCATION ACT
The Constitutional Education Act aims to integrate education on the 1987 Constitution into the Grade 12 curricula of all public and private educational institutions in the Philippines.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8047 (BOOK PUBLISHING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT ACT)
This bill amends the Book Publishing Industry Development Act to require the scanning and conversion of public school textbooks into e-books and other digital formats, making them accessible to students.
SCHOLARSHIP FOR CHILDREN OF FALLEN MUP ACT OF 2025
The bill aims to provide educational scholarships to the children of military and uniformed personnel who are killed or permanently incapacitated in the line of duty. It covers tuition and mandatory fees for a four or five-year college degree.
INCLUSION OF FINANCIAL LITERACY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN K-12 PROGRAM
This bill requires the inclusion of financial literacy and entrepreneurship as separate core subjects in the junior and senior high school curricula of the K-12 program, amending the Youth Entrepreneurship Act.
PROTECTION OF STUDENTS RELIGIOUS BELIEF ACT
The Protection of Students Religious Belief Act aims to safeguard the religious rights of students in educational institutions by prohibiting discrimination based on religion and ensuring students can freely exercise their beliefs without coercion.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 1425, RIZAL LAW
This bill amends the Rizal Law to make courses on the life, works, and writings of Jose Rizal mandatory in all levels of education, including basic, secondary, and higher education. It also mandates the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to develop and distribute educational materials on Rizal's works.
PUBLIC SCHOOL DATABASE ACT
The Public School Database Act mandates the creation of a National Public School Database to streamline access to education and safeguard learner records.
INCLUSION OF PHILIPPINE HISTORY IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM
This bill mandates the inclusion of Philippine History as a separate subject in the high school curriculum, aiming to enhance students' understanding of their national identity and heritage.
DISCONTINUING THE USE OF THE SPIRAL PROGRESSION APPROACH IN THE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
This bill aims to discontinue the use of the spiral progression approach in the basic education curriculum by deleting a specific provision from the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013. It seeks to provide the Department of Education (DepEd) with more flexibility in curriculum development.
NATIONAL LITERACY COUNCIL ACT
The bill seeks to rename the Literacy Coordinating Council to the National Literacy Council, enhance its powers and functions, streamline its membership structure, and provide local support mechanisms, while repealing the existing law governing the council.
PHILIPPINE ONLINE LIBRARY ACT
The Philippine Online Library Act aims to digitize all textbooks and reference books necessary for public education, establish the Philippine Online Library, and appropriate funds for its implementation.
MAGNA CARTA FOR STUDENTS ACT
The Magna Carta for Students Act aims to provide various privileges, benefits, and financial assistance to Filipino students across different educational levels to enhance access to quality education.
NATIONAL EDUCATION COUNCIL ACT
The National Education Council Act aims to create the National Education Council (NEDCO) to enhance coordination among the three sub-sectors of education in the Philippines. It establishes the NEDCO's powers, functions, and the framework for a national education agenda, which will guide educational policies and investments.
BANGSAMORO HISTORY, CULTURE, AND IDENTITY STUDIES ACT
The Bangsamoro History, Culture, and Identity Studies Act aims to integrate Bangsamoro history, culture, and identity into the Philippine history curriculum in basic education, promoting understanding and respect among students.
ELECTRONIC GADGET-FREE SCHOOLS ACT
The Electronic Gadget-Free Schools Act aims to prohibit the use of mobile devices and other electronic gadgets during class hours in all public and private educational institutions from Kindergarten to Senior High School.
TEACHERS’ WORKLOAD RATIONALIZATION ACT
The Teachers’ Workload Rationalization Act aims to define and rationalize the workload of public school teachers, ensuring they are not overburdened with non-teaching tasks and that their professional dignity is upheld.
CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION ACT
The Climate Change Education Act mandates the integration of climate change education into the Science curriculum for Grades 2 to Senior High School in both public and private schools in the Philippines.
COMPULSORY VOTER EDUCATION ACT OF 2019
The Compulsory Voter Education Act of 2019 aims to integrate voter education into the junior and senior high school curricula to ensure that students understand their voting rights and responsibilities.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 10533 (ENHANCED BASIC EDUCATION ACT)
This bill allows the Department of Education (DepEd) to choose the most effective teaching methods for the basic education curriculum, amending Section 5 of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013. It also requires a review of the curriculum every five years to ensure it meets educational goals.
LABOR EDUCATION IN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ACT
Senate Bill No. 555 aims to integrate labor education into the senior high school curriculum to better prepare students for the workforce and inform them of their rights as workers.
HEALTHY BUHAY AT HANAPBUHAY PARA SA GURO ACT
The Healthy Buhay at Hanapbuhay Para sa Guro Act aims to provide hospital and healthcare benefits for public and private school teachers and their dependents, ensuring access to essential health services and financial protection against health risks.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA MANDATORY EDUCATION ACT OF 2025
The West Philippine Sea Mandatory Education Act of 2025 aims to promote national awareness by mandating the inclusion of the history and legal basis of the West Philippine Sea in the curricula of public and private educational institutions.
ROAD SAFETY EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS ACT
The Road Safety Education in Schools Act aims to integrate road safety education into the K to 12 basic education curriculum, focusing on both basic road safety and comprehensive drivers' education.
THE LEARNER’S CHOICE (TLC) IN PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION ACT OF 2025
The Learner’s Choice (TLC) in Private Basic Education Act of 2025 aims to create a unified voucher system for basic education, allowing families to choose private schools and receive financial assistance based on their needs.
MAGNA CARTA OF STUDENT-ATHLETES
The bill aims to establish the Magna Carta of Student-Athletes, providing rights and protections for student-athletes in schools, ensuring their academic and athletic needs are met without discrimination.
TREE PLANTING LEGACY OF GRADUATES ACT OF 2025
The Tree Planting Legacy of Graduates Act of 2025 requires all graduating senior high school and college students in the Philippines to plant at least two trees each as a prerequisite for graduation, promoting environmental protection and climate change mitigation.
NO COLLECTION POLICY IN ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS
This bill mandates all public elementary and secondary schools in the Philippines to implement a no collection policy, prohibiting any fees or contributions from students during enrollment and throughout the school year.
DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION PROGRAM IN BASIC EDUCATION ACT
The Drug Abuse Prevention Program in Basic Education Act aims to incorporate a drug abuse prevention program into the K to 12 curriculum for Grades 7 to 12, mandate training for teachers, and allocate funds for its implementation.
EXPANDING THE COVERAGE OF ANTI- BULLYING ACT
This bill aims to expand the coverage of the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 by integrating anti-bullying education into the school curriculum, enhancing reporting mechanisms, and establishing a Child Protection Committee in schools to address bullying incidents.
GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE TO PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to provide government assistance to private basic education by expanding the existing programs under the Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act. It proposes a voucher system for tuition subsidies and aims to improve access to quality education for low-income households.
BATANG MAGALING ACT
The Batang Magaling Act aims to enhance the employability of Senior High School graduates by ensuring they acquire the necessary skills and training for the labor market. It establishes councils for collaboration among education and industry stakeholders and allows tax deductions for training expenses incurred by industry partners.
REVISED MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS ACT
This bill aims to amend the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers to enhance the rights and privileges of public school teachers, including provisions on salaries, working conditions, and legal protections.
MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN PARA SA BATANG PILIPINO ACT
This bill amends the Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act to enhance the National Feeding Program by including the distribution of Nutribuns to undernourished public school children and in disaster food packs.
NATIONAL LITERACY COUNCIL ACT
This bill seeks to rename the Literacy Coordinating Council to the National Literacy Council, enhance its powers and functions, expand its membership, and appropriate funds for its operations, while repealing the existing law governing the council.
STUDENT LOAD DISCOUNT ACT
The Student Load Discount Act aims to provide a 20% discount on mobile and internet services for Filipino students to ease their financial burden in accessing education, especially in the context of online learning.
BASIC LIFE SKILLS COURSE ACT
The Basic Life Skills Course Act aims to establish a curriculum in high schools that teaches essential life skills such as financial literacy, cooking, and communication to prepare students for adulthood.
GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE TO PRIVATE BASIC EDUCATION ACT
The bill aims to provide government assistance to private basic education by amending the existing Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act. It seeks to enhance the voucher assistance program, expand coverage, and improve accountability within the Department of Education.
NATIONAL STUDENT ALLOWANCE PROGRAM ACT OF 2025
The National Student Allowance Program Act of 2025 aims to establish a program providing financial assistance to Filipino students to help cover essential expenses related to their education.
EBOOKS FOR THE BARANGAY PROGRAM ACT
The bill establishes the 'Ebooks for the Barangay Program' under the Department of Education to provide free digital learning resources to all barangays in the Philippines.
BAHAY-WIKA ACT OF 2025
The Bahay-Wika Act of 2025 aims to create a nationwide language revitalization program to preserve and promote endangered local languages in the Philippines. It mandates the establishment of language revitalization centers and the creation of a list of dying and endangered languages.
STUDENT ASSISTANCE FUND FOR EMERGENCIES (SAFE) ACT
The Student Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) Act aims to provide immediate financial support to students affected by emergencies, ensuring their ability to continue their education. It establishes a fund administered by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to offer various types of assistance, including transportation and medical expenses, with simplified application procedures.
ONE TABLET, ONE STUDENT ACT
The 'One Tablet, One Student Act' aims to provide a tablet computer to every student enrolled in public schools and state universities and colleges in the Philippines, addressing the digital divide and enhancing access to educational resources.
FREE BREAKFAST PROGRAM AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE ACT
The Free Breakfast Program and Sustainable Agriculture Act aims to establish a free breakfast program for public school students from kindergarten to Grade 12 and daycare centers, while mandating the direct procurement of produce from local farmers and fisherfolk to enhance child health, nutrition, and food security.
COMPLEMENTARITY IN EDUCATION ACT
The Complementarity in Education Act aims to enhance the collaboration between public and private educational sectors to improve student choice and access to quality education across all levels. It seeks to establish mechanisms for financial assistance, regulatory frameworks, and an integrated educational information system to support informed decision-making for students and parents.
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SPORTS REGIONAL EXPANSION ACT OF 2025
The National Academy of Sports Regional Expansion Act of 2025 aims to establish additional campuses of the National Academy of Sports in the Visayas and Mindanao regions to enhance access to sports education for aspiring student-athletes.
STUDENT DISCOUNT PARA SA LOAD ACT
The Student Discount Para Sa Load Act aims to provide a 20% discount on mobile load, text, call, and internet services for all enrolled students from elementary to tertiary levels in the Philippines.
CLASSROOM-BUILDING ACCELERATION PROGRAM (CAP) ACT
The Classroom-Building Acceleration Program (CAP) Act aims to address the shortage of classrooms in public schools by allowing local government units (LGUs) and private sector entities to construct classrooms, with funding support from the national government and other sources.
FILIPINOS IDENTITY IN VALUES ACT
The bill aims to strengthen Filipino identity through a national program focused on values, etiquette, and moral uprightness. It proposes the establishment of a Commission on Filipino Values and an Inter-Faith Council to promote these ideals across various sectors of society.
EXPANDED SCHOOL-BASED FEEDING PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded School-Based Feeding Program Act aims to enhance the existing school feeding program by providing free meals to all public school students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and ensuring that at least 30% of the food supplies are sourced from small-scale farmers.
ROAD SAFETY AND COMPREHENSIVE DRIVER'S EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to integrate basic road safety and comprehensive driver's education into the K to 12 curriculum in the Philippines, addressing the urgent need for road safety education among students.
SCHOOL-TO-EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (STEP) ACT
The School-to-Employment Program (STEP) Act aims to establish Job Placement Offices in all public senior high schools, state universities and colleges, and local universities and colleges. It also creates a National Industry-Academe Council and Local Industry-Academe Councils to address job-skills mismatch and promote decent employment.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL ACT OF 2025
The Adopt-A-School Act of 2025 aims to enhance private sector participation in public education by updating tax incentives and establishing a streamlined process for donations to public schools.
E-TEXBOOK PARA SA LAHAT ACT
The E-Texbook Para Sa Lahat Act mandates the free digital provision of textbooks for basic education, promoting Open Educational Resources (OER) to enhance access to educational materials.
RATIONALIZED BASIC EDUCATION ACT
The Rationalized Basic Education Act aims to amend the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 by removing the Senior High School component from the basic education system, thereby restructuring the education framework in the Philippines.
PRIVATE EDUCATION VOUCHER EXPANSION (PEVE) ACT
The Private Education Voucher Expansion (PEVE) Act aims to establish a voucher program for private basic education, create the Bureau of Private Education, and repeal certain provisions of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act.
ARABIC LANGUAGE AND ISLAMIC VALUES EDUCATION ACT
This bill aims to institutionalize and strengthen the Arabic Language and Islamic Values Education (ALIVE) Program in all public and private basic education schools outside the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). It seeks to provide Muslim Filipino learners with relevant educational opportunities while recognizing their cultural contexts.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL ACT (INCENTIVES FOR PRIVATE SECTOR PARTICIPATION IN PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS)
The Adopt-a-School Act aims to enhance private sector involvement in public education by amending the existing Adopt-a-School Act of 1998. It introduces new incentives for private entities to support educational institutions, particularly in underprivileged areas, and establishes a centralized system for managing these partnerships.
STRENGTHENING THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM
This bill aims to strengthen the Early Childhood Care and Development System by amending the Early Years Act of 2013 and appropriating funds for its implementation.