Committee on SOCIAL JUSTICE, WELFARE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
LIFETIME VALIDITY OF IDENTIFICATION CARDS ISSUED TO PERSONS WITH PERMANENT DISABILITY
This bill aims to provide lifetime validity for identification cards issued to persons with permanent disabilities, amending existing laws to eliminate the need for periodic renewals.
AMENDING SEC. 4 OF R.A. NO. 9994, EXPANDED SENIOR CITIZENS ACT OF 2010
This bill amends Section 4 of the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010 to provide a 5% discount on water and electricity for senior citizens, with specific conditions on consumption and cost-sharing between the government and utilities.
PATULOY ANG PAGTAWID SA PAMILYANG PILIPINO ACT
This bill seeks to enhance the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by making amendments to the existing law. It focuses on providing support to poor families through conditional cash transfers and aims to improve their health, education, and overall well-being. The bill includes provisions for adult education, livelihood programs, and a community-based monitoring system to better identify and assist beneficiaries.
DISABILITY SUPPORT FUND ACT
The Disability Support Fund Act aims to establish a fund to support the empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in society, providing financial assistance and services to address their specific needs.
KONTRA KICKBACK SA AYUDA ACT
The Kontra Kickback sa Ayuda Act aims to penalize the unauthorized taking or diversion of funds from beneficiaries of government social service programs, imposing stricter penalties for such actions.
EXPANDED PANTAWID PAMILYANG PILIPINO (E4PS) ACT
Senate Bill No. 2070, known as the Expanded Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino (E4Ps) Act, aims to expand the existing Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by amending Republic Act No. 11310. It seeks to enhance social protection initiatives and provide financial assistance to families and individuals in economic distress.
FREE PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATIONS ACT
Senate Bill No. 2035, known as the Free Professional Examinations Act, aims to exempt qualified indigent Filipinos from paying professional examination fees for their first attempt, thereby promoting social justice and equitable access to professional opportunities.
PANTAWID PAMILYANG PILIPNO
This bill aims to enhance the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by promoting inclusive education, entrepreneurship, and employment for adult beneficiaries, thereby amending existing provisions to support sustainable development.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATIONS (AICS) ACT
The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) Act aims to institutionalize a program by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to provide various forms of assistance to individuals and families facing crises. This includes financial, material, and psychosocial support, with specific guidelines for eligibility and assistance types.
LIFETIME VALIDITY AND STANDARDIZED FORMAT FOR PWD IDENTIFICATION CARDS
This bill aims to provide lifetime validity and a unified format for Persons with Disability (PWD) identification cards, specifically for those with permanent disabilities or elderly individuals, amending the existing Magna Carta for Persons with Disability.
NURSING HOME FOR SENIOR CITIZENS (NHSC) ACT
The Nursing Home for Senior Citizens (NHSC) Act aims to establish nursing homes in every region of the Philippines, providing essential services and care for senior citizens.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATIONS (AICS) ACT
The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) Act aims to institutionalize a program by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to provide various forms of assistance to individuals and families in crisis situations, including financial, medical, and psychosocial support.
RURAL FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND LITERACY ACT
The Rural Financial Inclusion and Literacy Act aims to enhance financial inclusion and literacy in rural areas by establishing a program to engage citizens with financial institutions and improve their financial knowledge and skills.
EXPANDED PANTAWID PAMILYANG PILIPINO (E4PS) ACT
The Expanded Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino (E4PS) Act aims to enhance the existing Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by extending benefits to more households, increasing cash transfers, and improving educational opportunities for beneficiaries.
AN ACT PROMOTING ENTREPRENUERSHIP AND LIVELIHOOD IN 4PS
This bill aims to enhance the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by incorporating components for entrepreneurship and livelihood training, thereby promoting sustainable development among beneficiaries.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 11350 (NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS ACT)
This bill amends the National Commission of Senior Citizens Act to transfer the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) from the Office of the President to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), enhancing coordination and efficiency in delivering services to senior citizens.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATIONS (AICS) ACT
The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) Act aims to institutionalize the AICS program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), ensuring consistent support for individuals and families in crisis. It establishes penalties for unlawful acts that interfere with the program's implementation and appropriates necessary funds for its operation.
SENIOR CITIZENS NURSING HOME ACT
The bill aims to establish nursing homes for senior citizens at the provincial and city levels, providing necessary funding, setting standards, ensuring personnel training, and promoting community participation.
LIFETIME VALIDITY OF IDENTIFICATION CARDS TO PERSONS WITH PERMANENT DISABILITY
Senate Bill No. 1405 aims to amend the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability to provide lifetime validity for identification cards issued to persons with permanent disabilities, eliminating the need for periodic renewals.
UNIVERSAL SOCIAL PENSION TO SENIOR CITIZEN
This bill proposes a universal social pension for senior citizens, amending existing laws to provide financial assistance to all elderly Filipinos, regardless of their income status.
MAGNA CARTA FOR DAY CARE WORKERS
The bill aims to establish the Magna Carta for Day Care Workers, ensuring their rights, benefits, and working conditions, while providing funding for their salaries and training.
DONATIONS AND HUMANITARIAN AID PORTAL ACT
The Donations and Humanitarian Aid Portal Act aims to create a structured system for managing cash donations and humanitarian aid during disasters and emergencies, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the process.
DISABILITY SUPPORT FUND ACT
The Disability Support Fund Act aims to establish a fund to support persons with disabilities (PWDs) in accessing services and resources necessary for their empowerment and inclusion in society. It proposes a monthly stipend and various support services to address the additional costs associated with disabilities.
4PS PARENT LEADERS ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM
This bill aims to strengthen the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) by establishing an Adult Education Program for parent-leaders and other qualified adult beneficiaries, providing them with necessary skills and knowledge for economic self-reliance.
AMENDING R. A. NO. 11350 (NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS ACT)
This bill amends the National Commission of Senior Citizens Act to redefine the National Commission of Senior Citizens as a policy-making body, ensuring better coordination and evaluation of government programs for senior citizens.
MAGNA CARTA FOR DAY CARE WORKERS
This bill aims to establish a Magna Carta for Day Care Workers, providing them with job security, fair compensation, and access to social benefits. It recognizes the essential role of Child Development Workers in early childhood education and seeks to improve their working conditions and welfare.
ABOT-KAYANG GAMOT, BITAMINA AT GATAS PARA SA MALUSOG NA SENIOR CITIZEN ACT
This bill aims to expand the benefits for senior citizens by granting them a 20% discount and exemption from the Value Added Tax (VAT) on medicines, supplements, vitamins, herbal products, and formulated milk that are prescribed or recommended by physicians.
MAGNA CARTA FOR AMBULANT VENDORS
The Magna Carta for Ambulant Vendors aims to provide legal protections and support for ambulant vendors in the Philippines, recognizing their contributions to the economy and addressing their vulnerabilities.
LINGAP GAMOT RESISTENSYA PACK PARA SA NAKATATANDANG PINOY ACT
The Lingap Gamot Resistensya Pack Para sa Nakatatandang Pinoy Act aims to provide free maintenance medications, vitamins, and supplements to senior citizens in the Philippines, ensuring access to essential health resources for the elderly population.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 11350 (NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS ACT)
Senate Bill No. 1175 amends the National Commission of Senior Citizens Act to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). It aims to make the NCSC the primary policy-making and advisory body for senior citizens while transferring implementation functions to the DSWD.
SENIOR CITIZENS EMPLOYMENT INCENTIVES ACT
The Senior Citizens Employment Incentives Act aims to expand employment opportunities for senior citizens by increasing tax deductions for employers, waiving fees for jobseekers, and enhancing training programs.
MAGNA CARTA OF INFORMAL AMBULANT VENDORS
This bill aims to establish the rights of informal ambulant vendors in the Philippines, providing them with protections and a framework for registration and regulation by local government units.
COMPREHENSIVE ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ACT
The Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Act aims to prohibit discrimination based on various protected attributes, including race, gender, and religion, and establishes penalties for violations.
AMENDING R. A. NO. 7277 (MAGNA CARTA FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY)
This bill seeks to further amend the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability by expanding entitlements for persons with disabilities (PWDs), including a monthly stipend, free assistive devices, and exemptions from certain fees.
AMENDING SEC. 3 (C) OF R. A. NO. 9433 (MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC SOCIAL WORKERS)
This bill aims to increase the compensation of public social workers in government service by amending the Magna Carta for Public Social Workers, ensuring better pay and benefits for these essential workers.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 9994 (EXPANDED SENIOR CITIZENS ACT)
This bill aims to amend the Expanded Senior Citizens Act by providing senior citizens with a minimum 5% discount on their first 150 kilowatt-hours of electricity and first 50 cubic meters of water, along with an exemption from the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on these utilities.
RURAL FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND LITERACY ACT
The Rural Financial Inclusion and Literacy Act aims to enhance financial inclusion and literacy in rural areas by establishing a program to engage with financial institutions and provide education on financial management.
PRIORITY SEATING FOR THE ELDERLY ACT
This bill mandates priority seating for elderly individuals in all forms of public transportation, amending existing laws to enhance accessibility and dignity for senior citizens.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATIONS (AICS) ACT
The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) Act aims to institutionalize the AICS program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), providing various forms of assistance to individuals and families in crisis situations.
THE SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD PROGRAM ACT
The Sustainable Livelihood Program Act aims to institutionalize the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) by providing a legal framework for its implementation and ensuring sustained funding for livelihood assistance to marginalized communities.
SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD ACT OF 2025
The Sustainable Livelihood Act of 2025 aims to institutionalize the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to provide assistance for microenterprise development and employment facilitation for vulnerable and marginalized individuals and communities.
RURAL EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT
The Rural Employment Assistance Program Act aims to create a program that provides temporary employment to individuals from poor rural households, allowing them to earn at least 75% of the prevailing regional minimum wage for unskilled labor.
ANTI-AYUDA ABUSE ACT
The Anti-Ayuda Abuse Act aims to establish a reporting mechanism for abuses of government social assistance programs, including penalties for violations. It seeks to protect the integrity of these programs and ensure that aid reaches eligible beneficiaries.
HOMELESS ABANDONED SENIOR ACT
The Homeless Abandoned Senior Act aims to establish nursing homes for qualified homeless and abandoned senior citizens in every city and municipality in the Philippines, providing essential care and services to this vulnerable population.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATION (AICS) OF 2025
This bill aims to institutionalize the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) Program under the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), providing various forms of assistance to individuals and families facing crises.
HOMES FOR ABANDONED SENIORS ACT
The Homes for Abandoned Seniors Act aims to establish nursing homes for homeless and abandoned senior citizens in every city and municipality in the Philippines, ensuring they receive proper care and support.
COMPREHENSIVE ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ACT
The Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Act aims to prohibit discrimination based on various protected attributes, including race, religion, gender identity, and more. It establishes penalties for discriminatory acts and promotes equality and human dignity in the Philippines.
TERROR VICTIMS ASSISTANCE ACT
The Terror Victims Assistance Act aims to provide financial, material, and psychosocial support to victims of terrorism and their families in the Philippines. It establishes a program under the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to ensure that these individuals receive necessary assistance following terror attacks.
DISABILITY SUPPORT FUND ACT
The Disability Support Fund Act aims to establish a fund to support the empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities in society. It provides for a monthly stipend and various services to assist individuals with disabilities, particularly those who are indigent.
COMPREHENSIVE ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ACT
Senate Bill No. 540, known as the Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Act, aims to prohibit discrimination based on various grounds including age, sex, civil status, color, economic status, ethnicity, medical condition, physical disability, political opinion or affiliation, race, or religious belief. It establishes penalties for discriminatory practices and mandates the creation of programs to promote non-discrimination and diversity.
HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY ACT
Senate Bill No. 544, known as the Homes for the Elderly Act, mandates the establishment of nursing homes for abandoned, neglected, unattached, or homeless senior citizens across the Philippines. It amends the Senior Citizens Act to enhance support and services for elderly individuals in need.
DISABILITY SUPPORT ALLOWANCE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The bill establishes a universal disability support allowance for persons with disabilities, providing a monthly stipend to assist with additional costs related to disability.
FREE BIRTH REGISTRATION ACT
The Free Birth Registration Act aims to provide free birth registration for indigent and underprivileged Filipinos, ensuring that all children have legal recognition and access to basic rights and services.
DISABILITY SUPPORT FUND ACT
The Disability Support Fund Act aims to establish a fund to support the empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in society by providing financial assistance and services to address their specific needs.
COMPREHENSIVE ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ACT
The Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Act aims to prohibit discrimination based on various attributes, including age, race, gender, and health status, and establishes penalties for violations.
INCREASING THE MONTHLY SOCIAL PENSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS
This bill aims to increase the monthly social pension for senior citizens to ₱1,000 and expand its coverage to those who do not receive any pension or receive a pension of ₱3,500 or less.
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION IN THE DELIVERY OF SOCIAL PROTECTION PROGRAMS ACT
The Anti-Discrimination in the Delivery of Social Protection Programs Act aims to penalize discriminatory practices by government employees in the distribution of social protection programs, ensuring fair access for all qualified beneficiaries.
SIMPLIFIED GOVERNMENT AID ACCESS ACT
The Simplified Government Aid Access Act aims to streamline the process for accessing government financial assistance by reducing documentary requirements and improving processing times.
LINGAP PARA KAY LOLO AT LOLA ACT
The bill proposes a universal social pension of at least ₱1,500 per month for all senior citizens aged 60 and above, amending existing laws to expand financial support for the elderly.
UNPAID CARE WORKERS EQUITY AND EMPOWERMENT ACT
The Unpaid Care Workers Equity and Empowerment Act aims to provide benefits and privileges to unpaid care workers and their families, recognizing their contributions to society and the economy.
RURAL EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT OF 2025
The Rural Employment Assistance Program Act of 2025 aims to provide temporary employment to poor, disadvantaged, or displaced individuals in rural areas through a program administered by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE MEDICATION SUPPORT ACT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
The Monthly Maintenance Medication Support Act for Senior Citizens aims to provide financial assistance to senior citizens for their maintenance medications, addressing the financial burden of healthcare costs for the elderly.
FILIPINO FARMERS AND FISHERFOLK FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT
The bill establishes the Filipino Farmers and Fisherfolk Financial Assistance Program to provide direct financial assistance to poor farming and fisherfolk households in the Philippines, aiming to improve food security and reduce rural poverty.
UNIVERSAL SOCIAL PENSION TO SENIOR CITIZENS
This bill aims to provide a universal social pension to all senior citizens in the Philippines, amending existing laws to ensure financial support for the elderly.
TRUST FUND FOR THE ABANDONED, NEGLECTED, OR VOLUNTARILY COMMITTED CHILD
This bill aims to create a National Program to Support and Care for Abandoned, Neglected, and Voluntarily Committed Children, establishing a special trust fund for these children and appropriating funds for their care and support.
ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS SITUATION (AICS) ACT
The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) Act aims to provide aid to individuals and families facing crises by institutionalizing the AICS Program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). It covers various forms of assistance, including medical, funeral, food, transportation, educational, and psychosocial support.
UNIVERSAL SOCIAL PENSION TO SENIOR CITIZENS
This bill aims to provide a universal social pension to senior citizens in the Philippines, amending existing laws to ensure all seniors receive financial support regardless of their economic status.
CENTER FOR THE ELDERLY IN ALL CITIES AND MUNICIPALITIES ACT
This bill aims to establish Centers for the Elderly in all cities and municipalities across the Philippines, providing minimum standards for eldercare services and appropriating necessary funds for their implementation.
NURSING HOME FOR SENIOR CITIZENS (NHSC) ACT
The Nursing Home for Senior Citizens (NHSC) Act aims to establish at least one nursing home in every city or province in the Philippines to provide comprehensive care for senior citizens.
EXPANDED PANTAWID PAMILYANG PILIPINO PROGRAM (4PS) ACT OF 2025
The Expanded Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) Act of 2025 aims to enhance the existing 4Ps program by introducing the Pantawid Pag-Asa support program, which consolidates various social assistance initiatives to provide financial aid to individuals and families facing economic distress.