Disaster Preparedness
DEPARTMENT OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ACT
This bill proposes the creation of the Department of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DDRRM) to centralize and enhance the Philippines' disaster risk management efforts, addressing the fragmented governance framework currently in place.
NATIONAL HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The National Hazard Mapping Act aims to create a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and areas at high risk for natural disasters, establishing no-build zones in these areas, and appropriating necessary funds for its implementation.
NATIONAL HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The National Hazard Mapping Act mandates the creation of a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and regions at high risk for natural disasters. It requires various government agencies to regularly update this map and ensure its accessibility to local communities.
LANGUAGE ACCESSIBILITY OF PUBLIC INFORMATION ON DISASTERS ACT
This bill requires that all disaster-related information be provided in accessible language to ensure public understanding, mandating translations into Filipino and regional dialects.
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).
DAM SAFETY ACT
The Dam Safety Act aims to establish a National Dam Safety Program and create the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) to oversee dam operations and ensure safety standards, particularly during emergencies.
HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The Hazard Mapping Act aims to create a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and areas at high risk for natural disasters. It mandates several government agencies to regularly update this map and make it publicly accessible.
NATIONAL COASTAL GREENBELT ACT
The National Coastal Greenbelt Act aims to establish a program for creating coastal greenbelts to protect communities from natural disasters and climate change impacts, particularly along the Eastern Pacific seaboard.
DISASTER FOOD BANK AND STOCKPILE ACT
The Disaster Food Bank and Stockpile Act aims to establish a food bank and stockpile in every province and highly urbanized city in the Philippines to ensure the availability of essential supplies during disasters.