Agricultural Workers
ANTI-ILLEGAL MOVEMENT OF ANIMALS OR PLANTS ACT
The Anti-Illegal Movement of Animals or Plants Act aims to criminalize the movement of live animals or plants infected with contagious diseases or pests, establishing penalties for violators to protect public health and agricultural productivity.
AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION OF EXCISE TAXES ON PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
This bill aimed to amend the National Internal Revenue Code to allow for the automatic suspension of excise taxes on regular gasoline, unleaded premium gasoline, and diesel during periods of sharp price increases or supply disruptions.
NATIONAL FARMERS DAY
This bill declares January 22 of every year as a special working holiday known as National Farmer's Day, aimed at recognizing the contributions of farmers and promoting their welfare.
REVISED WAREHOUSE RECEIPTS LAW OF THE PHILIPPINES
This bill aims to modernize the Warehouse Receipts Law of 1912 to improve access to credit for agricultural workers and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by establishing an Electronic Warehouse Receipts Registry and professionalizing warehousing activities.
REVISED COOPERATIVE CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES
This bill aims to provide a revised framework for cooperatives in the Philippines, enhancing their growth and operational guidelines to better serve their members and contribute to economic development.
PENSYONADONG MAGSASAKA AT MANGINGISDA ACT
The bill aims to create an Agricultural Pension Program to provide social security and pension benefits to farmers and fisherfolk in the Philippines.
BANANA EXPORT PROMOTION ACT
The Banana Export Promotion Act aims to enhance the planning, development, and export of bananas in the Philippines by establishing a council and providing necessary funding through the annual General Appropriations Act.
PENSYONADONG MAGSASAKA AT MANGINGISDA ACT
Senate Bill No. 244, known as the "Pensyonadong Magsasaka at Mangingisda Act," aims to create a pension program for farmers and fisherfolk, providing them with social security and pension benefits.
MINIMUM WAGE FOR FARMERS ACT
The Minimum Wage for Farmers Act aims to establish a guaranteed minimum wage for farmers and farm workers in the Philippines, ensuring fair compensation and support for the agricultural sector.