Health
Committee on Committee on Health and Demography
EXPANDED NATIONAL NUTRITION PROGRAM ACT
The Expanded National Nutrition Program Act seeks to enhance the existing National Nutrition Program by amending a previous law and allocating necessary funds. It is currently under consideration in the Senate.
FREE ANTI-RABIES VACCINATION IN RURAL HEALTH UNITS ACT
The bill proposes to enhance the national anti-rabies program by setting up animal bite centers in rural health units and offering free anti-rabies vaccinations. It is currently under consideration by the committee.
CAMARINES NORTE GENERAL HOSPITAL (CNGH)
The bill aims to upgrade the Camarines Norte Provincial Hospital to a tertiary level III general hospital, which will be managed by the Department of Health.
PUBLIC DENTIST SALARY MODIFICATION ACT
The bill titled 'Public Dentist Salary Modification Act' seeks to increase the salary grade for public sector dentists and allocate funds for this purpose. It is currently pending in the committee responsible for civil service and professional regulation.
LAOAG CITY MEDICAL CENTER
The bill proposes to upgrade the Laoag City General Hospital to a Level II General Hospital, rename it to Laoag City Medical Center, increase its bed capacity, improve health care services and facilities, authorize more medical staff, and provide funding for these changes.
RENATIONALIZING THE ROMBLON PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL
The bill proposes to bring the Romblon Provincial Hospital under the direct control of the Department of Health, with allocated funds for its operation. It is currently pending in the committee.
ANTI-DISPOSABLE VAPES ACT
The Anti-Disposable Vapes Act seeks to prohibit all activities related to disposable vapes, including their importation and sale, and establishes penalties for non-compliance. It is under consideration by the Health and Demography committee.
DINAGAT ISLANDS GENERAL HOSPITAL
The bill proposes the creation of the Dinagat Islands General Hospital in Basilisa, Dinagat Islands, and includes provisions for funding its establishment.
THE PHILIPPINE NURSING PRACTICE ACT OF 2026
The Philippine Nursing Practice Act of 2026 is a proposed law that seeks to establish a new comprehensive framework for nursing in the Philippines, aiming to enhance the quality of healthcare. It will replace the existing Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 and is currently under review by a Senate committee.
BATANGAS TOURISM GENERAL HOSPITAL
The bill proposes to upgrade the Mabini Community Hospital in Batangas to a Level II hospital, which will be called the Batangas Tourism General Hospital, and it includes funding for this conversion.
COMPENSATION MODIFICATION FOR SANITATION INSPECTORS LAW OF 2026
The bill titled 'Compensation Modification for Sanitation Inspectors Law of 2026' seeks to change the salary structure and improve benefits for sanitation inspectors, ensuring better working conditions and allocating necessary funds for these improvements.
UHC MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT
The UHC Medical Assistance Program Act seeks to create a universal healthcare medical assistance program that combines existing support for low-income individuals. It is currently pending further discussion in the Senate.
DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS ACT OF 2025
The bill SBN-423 aims to establish the Department of Sports, detailing its roles and responsibilities, and includes provisions for funding. It is currently pending in the committee.
HEALTH CENTERS IN ALL BARANGAYS ACT
The bill titled 'Health Centers in All Barangays Act' aims to require the creation of health centers in every barangay and allocates funds for this purpose. It is currently pending in the committee on Health and Demography.