Indigenous Peoples
NATIONAL LAND USE ACT
The National Land Use Act aims to establish a comprehensive national land use policy, create the National Land Use Commission, and provide mechanisms for land management and development in the Philippines.
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.
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.
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.
BETTER VOTING ACCESSIBILITY FOR SENIORS, PWDS, PREGNANT WOMEN, AND IPS ACT
This bill aims to enhance voting accessibility for senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), pregnant women, and indigenous peoples (IPs) by amending existing laws and providing necessary infrastructure and services at polling places.
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.
THE NATIONAL ICCA REGISTRY
This bill establishes the National Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples Community Conserved Territories and Areas Registry, recognizing and protecting the rights of Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) over their ancestral domains and territories.
SIERRA MADRE CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ACT
The Sierra Madre Conservation Authority Act aims to declare the entire Sierra Madre Mountain Range as a Strict Protection Zone, create the Sierra Madre Conservation Authority, and appropriate necessary funds for its implementation.
VOTER ACCESSIBILITY ACT
The Voter Accessibility Act aims to enhance voting accessibility for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, pregnant women, and indigenous peoples by amending existing laws and providing necessary infrastructure and services at polling places.
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.
PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS ACT
The Protected Geographical Indications Act aims to establish a regulatory framework for the protection of geographical indications for locally produced agricultural and natural products, processed products, and handicrafts. It seeks to enhance the competitiveness of these products by providing legal recognition and protection against misuse and infringement.
KATUTUBO PARA SA GOBYERNO ACT
The Katutubo Para sa Gobyerno Act aims to grant civil service eligibility to Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representatives (IPMRs) after three years of service, promoting their participation in government.
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.
TRADITIONAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES ACT
The Traditional Property Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act aims to protect the traditional property rights of Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines by recognizing their collective ownership of cultural expressions, knowledge, and practices. It establishes a system for the protection and management of these rights, requiring free, prior, and informed consent for any use of their cultural property and prescribing penalties for unauthorized use.
NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY
This bill declares August 9 as 'National Indigenous Peoples Day', a special non-working holiday, and the entire month of August as 'National Indigenous Peoples Month' to honor and promote the rights of Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines.
TRADITIONAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES ACT
The Traditional Property Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act aims to protect the traditional cultural heritage and property rights of Indigenous peoples in the Philippines, ensuring their rights are recognized and safeguarded.
INDIGENOUS CULTURAL COMMUNITIES AND INDIGENOUS PEOPLES (ICCS/IPS)
This bill aims to recognize Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) and their community conserved territories and areas (ICCAs). It establishes a National ICCA Registry to document these areas and appropriates funds for its implementation.
NATIONAL LAND USE POLICY
This bill aims to establish a National Land Use Policy to guide the allocation and management of land resources in the Philippines, addressing issues such as food security, housing, and environmental protection.
SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT ACT
The Sustainable Forest Management Act aims to establish a framework for the sustainable management of forests and forest lands in the Philippines, focusing on conservation, protection, and equitable access to forest resources.
PHILIPPINE INDIGENOUS WRITING SYSTEMS ACT
The Philippine Indigenous Writing Systems Act aims to recognize, preserve, and promote traditional and indigenous writing systems in the Philippines as part of the national cultural heritage. It mandates their integration into education, culture, digital technology, and creative industries, and establishes August 22 as 'National Indigenous Scripts Day.'
KATUTUBONG TAGAPAGTANGGOL ACT
The Katutubong Tagapagtanggol Act aims to ensure that members of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) have a proportionate share in admissions to the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA). It mandates that at least 10% of new cadets in these academies must come from ICCs/IPs and prohibits discrimination against them.
PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS ACT
The Protected Geographical Indications Act aims to protect geographical indications for various products, enhancing consumer confidence and supporting local producers by preventing misleading marketing and ensuring fair competition.
AURORA MEMORIAL PROTECTED LANDSCAPE (AMPL) ACT
The Aurora Memorial Protected Landscape (AMPL) Act aims to declare a specific area in Aurora and Nueva Ecija as a protected landscape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It establishes a management framework for the area and allocates funds for its protection and governance.
TREE GROWING AGREEMENT ACT
The Tree Growing Agreement Act aims to promote reforestation and increase wood production by establishing a framework for tree growing agreements, allowing for the development of tree farms and plantations across the Philippines.
PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS ACT
The Protected Geographical Indications Act aims to establish a legal framework for the protection of geographical indications (GIs) for various products, ensuring that the qualities and reputations of these products are linked to their geographic origin. This includes creating a National Register of Protected GIs and providing protections against misuse and unfair competition.
COMPREHENSIVE AND RESPONSIVE CIVIL REGISTRATION AND VITAL STATISTICS ACT
This bill aims to establish a comprehensive civil registration and vital statistics system in the Philippines, addressing the significant number of unregistered births and ensuring that all citizens have access to vital documents.
THE LAND ADMINISTRATION REFORM ACT
The Land Administration Reform Act aims to consolidate and streamline land administration functions in the Philippines by creating a new agency, the Land Administration Authority (LAA), to improve efficiency and transparency in land management.
INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY CONSERVED TERRITORIES AND AREAS ACT
The Indigenous Community Conserved Territories and Areas Act aims to recognize and support the territories and areas conserved by Indigenous Peoples and Cultural Communities in the Philippines. It establishes a National Indigenous Community Conserved Areas Registry and provides for the protection and governance of these areas by Indigenous communities.