The age-old adage "Behind every great man, there is a great woman" highlights the crucial role that women have played in the success of men throughout history. It emphasizes the fact that women have been instrumental in shaping the lives of men, providing them with support, guidance, and inspiration.
This phrase is a testament to the fact that women have
always been an integral part of society, even if their contributions have often
gone unnoticed or unacknowledged. It is a reminder that women have always been
there, working tirelessly behind the scenes, to help men achieve their goals
and dreams.
In today's world, this phrase is more relevant than ever, as
women continue to break down barriers and shatter stereotypes in every field
imaginable. From politics to business, from science to the arts, women are
making their mark and proving that they are just as capable and talented as
men.
However, it's important to note that women's influence on
men goes beyond just providing support and inspiration. Depending on the nature
of the relationship between a man and a woman, she can either help him achieve
his goals and dreams or ruin his chances and reputation. Women have a powerful
influence on men's emotions, motivations, and actions.
One woman who exemplifies the positive impact a woman can
have on a man's life is Glenda Buray Ecleo, also known as Mommy Glen. She is a
former governor of Dinagat Islands, a province in the Philippines, and the
widow of Ruben Ecleo Sr., the founder and leader of the Philippine Benevolent
Missionaries Association (PBMA), a religious organization that promotes peace,
unity, and benevolence.
Glenda and Ruben Ecleo Sr. tied the knot in 1955 and had
eight children together. Glenda supported her husband's missionary work and
political career, as he became the mayor of San Jose, Dinagat Islands, in 1963
and established the PBMA in 1965. The PBMA grew rapidly and attracted followers
from various parts of the country, particularly from the Visayas and Mindanao
regions. The PBMA also claimed that Ruben Ecleo Sr. had healing powers and could
perform miracles. After Ruben Ecleo Sr.'s passing in 1987, Glenda continued to
be involved in the PBMA and local politics.
Her political career began in 1987, when she successfully
ran for a seat in the provincial board of Surigao del Norte. Her dedication and
hard work led to her re-election in 1992 and 1995. In 1995, she decided to take
her political career to the next level and ran for a seat in the House of
Representatives, representing the first district of Surigao del Norte. Her
victory was a testament to her unwavering commitment to public service.
During her time as a congresswoman, Mommy Glen was a
prolific author and co-author of several bills and resolutions that addressed a
wide range of issues. Her focus on health, education, environment, women's
rights, local government, and national security demonstrated her deep concern
for the welfare of her constituents. Her tireless efforts and dedication to
these causes earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues in the
House of Representatives.
One of Mommy Glen’s most significant achievements was her
advocacy for the creation of the Dinagat Islands province. Her vision and
leadership were instrumental in the successful carving out of the province from
Surigao del Norte in 2006: Dinagat Islands became a separate province from
Surigao del Norte through Republic Act No. 9355. This achievement was a testament to her
unwavering commitment to the development and progress of her region.
In 2010, she ran for the esteemed position of governor in
Dinagat Islands and emerged victorious. Her unwavering commitment to her
constituents earned her a second term in 2013, which she served with
distinction until 2019. Throughout her tenure, she demonstrated exceptional
leadership skills and an unwavering dedication to serving her constituents.
Challenges and Controversies
During her time as governor, Mommy Glen encountered a number
of challenges and controversies. One such instance occurred in 2011 when the
Supreme Court deemed Republic Act No. 9355 unconstitutional, leading to the
dissolution of Dinagat Islands as a province. However, the following year, the
Supreme Court reversed its decision and validated the creation of Dinagat
Islands.
She also faced legal troubles, as the Commission on
Elections (Comelec) filed a complaint against her for alleged election
overspending in 2010. The Comelec claimed that Glenda spent more than the
allowed amount of ₱3 per voter, based on her Statement of Contributions and
Expenditures (SOCE). Glenda denied the allegations and said that her secretary
prepared the SOCE without her knowledge or consent.
"...to Mommy Glen who is also my inspiration, my idol when it comes to leadership and political undertaking. Kay si Mommy Glen is like Joan of Arc, she is leading the people. Not in terms of weaponry or war but in terms of peaceful war. Pagsulong sa katawhan ngadto sa kahimayaan...(Grand Master's Message, May 10, 2001).
In 2021, the Comelec issued a resolution ordering the filing
of a criminal case against Glenda for election overspending. However, in 2023,
the Supreme Court (SC) reversed the Comelec's resolution and nullified the charge
against Glenda. The SC ruled that the Comelec violated Glenda's constitutional
right to speedy disposition of cases, as it took more than eight years to
resolve the complaint.
Mommy Glen’s political career was characterized by her
unwavering commitment to public service, dedication, and hard work. Her
accomplishments as a legislator and advocate for her constituents will always
be remembered and celebrated. Mommy Glen’s tireless efforts to improve the
lives of those she served were evident in her unwavering dedication to her
constituents. She was a true champion of the people, and her legacy will
continue to inspire future generations of public servants.
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| Portrait taken from The Philippine Congress 1987-1992 |
SIGNIFICANT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS, HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP (12th Congress):
As come-backing member of the House of Representatives, Rep.
Ecleo is
Presently, the Vice-Chairman of the Special Committee on
Twenty (20)
Depressed Provinces, and member, of the Committees on
Appropriations,
Agriculture, Public Works and Highways, Health Housing,
Local
Governments National Defense, Tourism, Women, and National
Cultural
Communities.
1. “OUTSTANDING CONGRESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR, CIVIC AND
POLITICAL LEADER OF THE PHILIPPINES”, Media Writer’s
Research for Community development and Progress, Inc., 25
Women’s Club St., Gulas, Quezon City. (March 16, 2002)
2. “GAWAD PAKILALA Parangal sa mga kababaihan sa Kongreso”,
conferred by the National Commission on the role of the
Filipino
Women (NCRFW), for being a role model political crusader on
the
advancements of women in society and for her unwavering
support
and initiatives on passing laws on equality, gender
discriminations and
strengthening the rights of women. (Awarded on 25 September
2001 at
Rembrandt Hotel, Quezon City).
3. TOP HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ADVOCATES< rated by the United
Nations Population Fund, during the 9th Congress (July 27,
1992 to
June 2, 1995);
4. Featured, on “THE INTERNATIONAL WHO”S WHO OF WOMEN”
published by the Europa Publications Limited, 18 Bedford
Square,
London WC1B 3JN, England. (1995)
5. Cited, as “AN OUTSTANDING LADY SOLON” (as one of the top
30
Congressman in 1991) by the Public Eye Magazine, Manila,
January
1992.
6. Represented the Philippine Government to the 83rd
Conference of the
Inter- Parliamentary Union held at Nicosia, Cyprus, on April
2 – 7,
1990, wherein she delivered a speech before the delegates
thereof on
the topic of “Employment, Vocational Training and New
Technology
and their Relevance to Promoting Sustainable Development and
Social
Justice.
7. Cited as “MOST OUTSTANDING MINDANAO LEGISLATOR” by the
Philippine Legislator Magazine (August 1989), U.P. Bliss,
Diliman,
Quezon City.
8. Awarded as an “OUTSTANDING BUSINESS EXECUTIVE AND CIVIC
LEADER” (Media Award ’98), by the Philippine Media
Practitioner
Association on May 6, 1990 at the Silahis International
Hotel, Manila.
9. Awarded as an “OUTSTANDING PROMINENT PERSONALITY AND
MODEL PUBLIC SERVANT” (Community Development (Award), by
the Asian Community Development Services, Inc. on May 8,
1989.
10.“MAPAGBIGAY AWARD”, Plaque of Distinction, awarded by the
Community Charity Leadership Foundation, December 22, 1987
at
Mayon Ballroom, Century Park Sheraton Hotel, Manila.
11.“MAHARLIKA AWARD”, Plaque of Distinction, awarded by the
Asian
Experimental Fellowships of the Philippines, Inc., on
October 25, 1987
at the Manila Hotel, Manila
12.“KAPATIRAN AWARD” as “Outstanding Lady Educator, Civil
and
political Leader and as Champion of the Common Man”, awarded
by
the Asia Pacific Youth Outreach Development, Inc. on August
30, 1987
at the Manila Hotel, Manila.
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13.Awarded a Bronze “Plaque of Recognition” for her
“Outstanding
Achievements Contributing to the cause of National
Development
Progress”, by the Philippine media Practitioners Association
on August
22, 1987 at the Embassy Ballroom, Holiday Inn, Roxas Blvd., Manila.
14.“PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD”, awarded by the
Development of Filipino Writers, Inc. on August 16, 1987 at
the Manila
Hilton, Manila.
15.“LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE ACHIEVEMENTS AWARD” as “One of
the Philippines Most Outstanding and Exemplary Public
Officials of the
Year”, awarded by the Asian International Institute of
Professional
Development on April 24, 1986 at the Century Park Sheraton,
Manila.
16.“ACHIEVEMENT AWARD” as “Outstanding Public Official”,
awarded
by the Philippine Youth Development on September 24, 1984.
17.“CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY”, in the field of
specialization of
administration and supervision, awarded by the Cebu State
College,
Cebu City on March 28, 1983.
LEGISLATIVE ACHIEVEMENTS (AS PRINCIPAL AUTHOR/CO-AUTHOR)
DURING HER TERMS AS MEMBER OF THE PHILIPPINE
LEGISLATURE (HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, 1987 – 1995 and
2001 – 2004):
As the duly elected Representative of the First Legislative
District of
Surigao del Norte, Rep. Ecleo has advocated for the passage
of various
legislations advancing the cause of Filipino women, children
and other
marginalized sectors of our society.
During the present 12th Congress, she sponsored/co-sponsored
various bills and resolutions dealing on women, poverty,
trade on other
national and local global issues, such as:
H.B. 00004 - AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MAGNA CARTA FOR THE POOR
H.B. 00011- AN ACT PRIORITIZING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
GARMENT AND TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
H.B. 00015- AN ACT INCREASING THE BENEFITS OF BARANGAY
OFFICIALS
H.B. 00027- AN ACT AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6963, OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS “AN ACT GRANTING SPECIAL FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE AND BENEFITS TO THE FAMILY OR
BENEFICIARY OF ANY POLICE OR MILITARY PERSONNEL
OR FIREMAN KILLED OR PERMANENTLY INCAPACITATED
WHILE IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTY OR BY REASON
OF HIS OFFICE OR POSITION AND ALSO EXTENDING
SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE TO THE DEPENDENTS OF
THEIR ACTIVE MEMBERS” AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 00035- AN ACT DEFINING THE CRIME OF ABUSE OF WOMEN IN
INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS, PRESCRIBING PENALTIES
THEREFORE, PROVIDING FOR PROTECTIVE MEASURES
FOR VICTIMS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 00041- AN ACT PROHIBITING AND PENALIZING THE EMPLOYMENT
OF CHILDREN IN ANY PUBLIC OR PRIVATE UNDERTAKING
OR OCCUPATION WHICH IS CONSIDERED HAZARDOUS TO
THEIR LIFE, SAFETY, HEALTH AND MORALS, OR WHICH
UNDULY INTERFERES WITH THEIR NORMAL DEVELOPMENT
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 00989- AN ACT ESTABLISHING FREE SPECIAL EDUCATION
CLASSES FOR THE PHYSICALLY DISABLED PERSONS WHO
WILL ENROLL IN ALL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY
SCHOOLS OF THE COUNTRY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFORE
H.B. 01012- “ANTI-TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS ACT OF 2002”
H.B. 01248- AN ACT ESTABLISHING RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND
CRISIS ASSISTANCE CENTERS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN
IN EVERY PROVINCE AND CITY OF THE PHILIPPINES,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
H.B. 01249- AN ACT GRANTING INCENTIVES TO AGENCIES PROVIDING
CHILD CARE FACILITIES
H.B. 01250- AN ACT PROMOTING AND ENSURING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE PHILIPPINES, ESTABLISHING AN
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AUTHORITY,
PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREFORE, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 01251- “GENDER EQUALITY IN THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM.”
H.B. 01320- AN ACT DEFINING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PROVIDING
PROTECTION MEASURES AND PENALTIES THEREFORE, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES (ANTI-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT)
H.B. 02271- AN ACT MANDATING THE PAYMENT OF RETIREMENT
BENEFITS TO GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES
NOT LATER THAN THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THEIR
RETIREMENT, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR
VIOLATIONS THEREFOR
H.B. 02272- AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALES OF CIGARS,
CIGARETTES
AND ALCOHOLIC OR INTOXICATING LIQUOR OR BEVERAGE
TO MINORS
H.B. 02794- AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISION
GUARANTEEING EQUAL ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES FOR
PUBLIC SERVICE
The Bulk of her accomplishments, however, have been directed
towards the
development of her native Surigao del Norte. Because of its
physical isolation
from the national center, her province suffers the burden of
underdevelopment
despite its richness in natural resources. Thus, she took
upon herself to respond
to this problem by initiating for the possible creation of
Dinagat Island into a
separate province (H.B. 1695) and establishment of Dinagat
Island Public
Schools Division (H.B. 1247), among other measures that
could redound to the
benefits of her constituencies in the First Legislative
District of Surigao del norte.
9th and 10th CONGRESS (1987 – 1995)
During the 9th and 10th Congress, Rep. Ecleo was the prime
mover for the
passage of REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8353 (Anti- Rape Law), which she
originally
authored during the 10th Congress but was passed into law in
the 11th Congress
only.
Her other legislative achievements during her first two (2)
consecutive terms also
included the enactments of the following laws:
R.A. 7722, Higher Education Act of 1994
R.A. 7942, Philippine Mining Act of 1995
R.A. 8171, Providing for the Repatriation of Filipino Women
Who Have
Lost Their Philippine Citizenship by Marriage to Alliens and
Natural-Born Filipinos (Oct.23, 1995)
R.A. 8042, Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act 1995
R.A. 8043, Inter-Country Adoption Act of 1995
R.A. 8031, Granting the St. Jude Thaddeus Institute of
Technology, Inc.,
a franchise to establish, construct, operate and maintain
Radio and Television Stations in the province of Surigao del
Norte and such other places within the Philippines (June 5,
1995)
R.A. 8136, Establishing a Ten-Bed Capacity Hospital in the
Municipality
of San Jose, Province of Surigao del Norte (July 16, 1995)
R.A. 7901, Creating Region XIII to be known as the Caraga
Administrative Region
R.A. 7885, Advance Corneal Transplantation in the
Philippines or
“Organ Donation Act of 1991.”
R.A. 7880, Fair And Equitable Access to Education Act (Feb.
20, 1995)
R.A. 7882, Providing Assistance to Women Engaging in Micro
and
Cottage Business Enterprise (Feb. 20, 1995)
R.A. 7877, Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995
R.A. 7894, Converting the Numancia National Vocational
School in the
Municipality of Del Carmen, Province of Surigao del Norte,
into the Numancia National College of Science and
Technology
R.A. 7875, “National Health Insurance Act 1995”
R.A. 7796, “Technical Educational and Skills Development Act
of 1994”
(TESDA), Aug. 25,1994
R.A. 7734, Establishment of Ruben E. Ecleo, Sr. National
High School,
in the Municipality of Cagdianao, Province of Surigao del
Norte (June 3, 1994)
R.A. 7686, ‘Dual Training System Act of 1994” (Feb. 25,
1994)
R.A. 7610, “Special Protection of Children Against Abuse,
Exploitation
and Discrimination Act” (June 17, 1992)
R.A. 7459, “Inventors and Invention Incentives Act of the
Philippines,
(April 28, 1992)
R.A. 7305, “Magna Carta of Public Health Workers (March 26,
1992)
R.A. 7142, Philippine Mining Act of 1995
R.A. 6949, An Act to Declare March Eight of Every Year as a
Working
Special Holiday to be known as National Women’s Day
R.A. 6930, Establishing a 25-bed capacity Hospital in the
Municipality of
Sta. Monica, Province of Surigao del Norte
R.A. 6769, Creating the Municipality of San Jose, in the
Province of
Surigao del Norte
R.A. 7630, Renaming Dinagat Municipal High School, in the
Municipality
of Dinagat, Province of Surigao del Norte, as “Don Ruben E.
Ecleo, Sr. Memorial National High School
R.A. 7260, Increasing the bed capacity of the Socorro
Emergency
Hospital in the Municipality of Socorro, Province of Surigao
del Norte, from Ten to Twenty Five
R.A. 7553, Declaring June Nineteen of every Year Special
Non-Working
Public Holiday in the Province of Surigao del Norte, to be
known as “ADLAW NAN SURIGAO DEL NORTE”
R.A. 6728, “Government Assistance to Students and Teachers
in
Private Education Act” (June 10, 1989)
R.A. 6716, Providing for the construction of Water Wells,
Rainwater
Collectors, Development of Springs and Rehabilitation of
Existing Water Wells in All Barangays in the Philippines
SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS, HONORS AND AWARD RECEIVED
“OUTSTANDING
CONGRESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR, CIVIC AND
POLITICAL LEADER OF THE PHILIPPINES”, Media Writer’s
Research for Community development and Progress, Inc., 25
Women’s Club St., Gulas, Quezon City. (March 16, 2002)
“GAWAD PAKILALA Parangal sa mga Kababaihan sa Kongreso”,
conferred by the National Commission on the role of the
Filipino
Women (NCRFW), for being a role model political crusader on
the
advancements of women in society and for her unwavering
support
and initiatives on passing laws on equality, gender
discriminations and
strengthening the rights of women. (awarded on 25 September
2001 at
Rembrandt Hotel, Quezon City).
TOP HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ADVOCATES< rated by the United
Nations Population Fund, during the 9th Congress (July 27,
1992 to
June 2, 1995);
Featured, on “THE INTERNATIONAL WHO’S WHO OF WOMEN”
published by the Europa Publications Limited, 18 Bedford
Square,
London WC1B 3JN, England. (1995)
Cited, as “AN OUTSTANDING LADY SOLON” (as one of the top 30
Congressman in 1991) by the Public Eye Magazine, Manila,
January
1992.
Represented the Philippine Government to the 83rd Conference
of the
Inter- Parliamentary Union held at Nicosia, Cyprus, on April
2 – 7,
1990, wherein she delivered a speech before the delegates
thereof on
the topic of “Employment, Vocational Training and New
Technology
and their Relevance to Promoting Sustainable Development and
Social
Justice.
Cited as “MOST OUTSTANDING MINDANAO LEGISLATOR” by the
Philippine Legislator Magazine (August 1989), U.P. Bliss,
Diliman,
Quezon City.
Awarded as an “OUTSTANDING BUSINESS EXECUTIVE AND CIVIC
LEADER” (Media Award ’98), by the Philippine Media
Practitioner
Association on May 6, 1990 at the Silahis International
Hotel, Manila.
Awarded as an “OUTSTANDING PROMINENT PERSONALITY AND
MODEL PUBLIC SERVANT” (Community Development (Award), by
the Asian Community Development Services, Inc. on May 8,
1989.
“MAPAGBIGAY AWARD”, Plaque of Distinction, awarded by the
Community Charity Leadership Foundation, December 22, 1987
at
Mayon Ballroom, Century Park Sheraton Hotel, Manila.
“MAHARLIKA AWARD”, Plaque of Distinction, awarded by the
Asian
Experimental Fellowships of the Philippines, Inc., on
October 25, 1987
at the Manila Hotel, Manila
“KAPATIRAN AWARD” as “Outstanding Lady Educator, Civil and
political Leader and as Champion of the Common Man”, awarded
by
the Asia Pacific Youth Outreach Development, Inc. on August
30, 1987
at the Manila Hotel, Manila.
Awarded a Bronze “Plaque of Recognition” for her
“Outstanding
Achievements Contributing to the cause of National
Development
Progress”, by the Philippine media Practitioners Association
on August
22, 1987 at the Embassy Ballroom, Holiday Inn, Roxas Blvd.,
Manila.
“PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD”, awarded by the
Development of Filipino Writers, Inc. on August 16, 1987 at
the Manila
Hilton, Manila.
“LEADERSHIP
EXCELLENCE ACHIEVEMENTS AWARD” as “One of
the Philippines Most Outstanding and Exemplary Public
Officials of the
Year”, awarded by the Asian International Institute of
Professional
Development on April 24, 1986 at the Century Park Sheraton,
Manila.
“ACHIEVEMENT AWARD” as “Outstanding Public Official”,
awarded
by the Philippine Youth Development on September 24, 1984.
“CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY”, in the field of specialization
of
administration and supervision, awarded by the Cebu State
College,
Cebu City on March 28, 1983.
LEGISLATIVE ACHIEVEMENTS (AS PRINCIPAL AUTHOR/CO-AUTHOR)
DURING HER TERMS AS MEMBER OF THE PHILIPPINE
LEGISLATURE (HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, 1987 – 1995 and
2001 – 2004):
As the duly elected Representative of the First Legislative
District of
Surigao del Norte, Rep. Ecleo has advocated for the passage
of various
legislations advancing the cause of Filipino women, children
and other
marginalized sectors of our society.
During the present 12th Congress, she sponsored/co-sponsored
various bills and resolutions dealing on women, poverty,
trade on other
national and local global issues, such as:
H.B. 00004 - AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MAGNA CARTA FOR THE POOR
H.B. 00011- AN ACT PRIORITIZING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
GARMENT
AND TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
H.B. 00015- AN ACT INCREASING THE BENEFITS OF BARANGAY
OFFICIALS
H.B. 00027- AN ACT AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6963, OTHERWISE
KNOWN AS “AN ACT GRANTING SPECIAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND
BENEFITS TO THE FAMILY OR BENEFICIARY OF ANY POLICE OR
MILITARY
PERSONNEL OR FIREMAN KILLED OR PERMANENTLY INCAPACITATED
WHILE IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTY OR BY REASON OF HIS
OFFICE
OR POSITION AND ALSO EXTENDING SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE TO THE
DEPENDENTS OF THEIR ACTIVE MEMBERS” AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 00035- AN ACT DEFINING THE CRIME OF ABUSE OF WOMEN IN
INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS, PRESCRIBING PENALTIES THEREFORE,
PROVIDING FOR PROTECTIVE MEASURES FOR VICTIMS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
H.B. 00041- AN ACT PROHIBITING AND PENALIZING THE EMPLOYMENT
OF CHILDREN IN ANY PUBLIC OR PRIVATE UNDERTAKING OR
OCCUPATION
WHICH IS CONSIDERED HAZARDOUS TO THEIR LIFE, SAFETY, HEALTH
AND
MORALS, OR WHICH UNDULY INTERFERE WITH THEIR NORMAL
DEVELOPMENT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 00989- AN ACT ESTABLISHING FREE SPECIAL EDUCATION
CLASSES
FOR THE PHYSICALLY DISABLED PERSONS WHO WILL ENROLL IN ALL
PUBLIC ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS OF THE COUNTRY, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
H.B. 01012- “ANTI-TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS ACT OF 2002”
H.B. 01248- AN ACT ESTABLISHING RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND
CRISIS ASSISTANCE CENTERS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN EVERY
PROVINCE AND CITY OF THE PHILIPPINES, APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFORE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 01249- AN ACT GRANTING INCENTIVES TO AGENCIES PROVIDING
CHILD CARE FACILITIES
H.B. 01250- AN ACT PROMOTING AND ENSURING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE PHILIPPINES, ESTABLISHING AN EQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AUTHORITY, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR
VIOLATIONS THEREFORE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
H.B. 01251- “GENDER EQUALITY IN THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM.”
H.B. 01320- AN ACT DEFINING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PROVIDING
PROTECTION MEASURES AND PENALTIES THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES (ANTI-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT)
H.B. 02271- AN ACT MANDATING THE PAYMENT OF RETIREMENT
BENEFITS TO GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES NOT LATER
THAN
THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THEIR RETIREMENT, AND PROVIDING
PENALTIES
FOR VIOLATIONS THEREFOR
H.B. 02272- AN ACT PROHIBITING THE SALES OF CIGARS,
CIGARETTES
AND ALCOHOLIC OR INTOXICATING LIQUOR OR BEVERAGE TO MINORS
H.B. 02794- AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISION
GUARANTEEING EQUAL ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES FOR PUBLIC
SERVICE
9th and 10th CONGRESS (1987 – 1995)
During the 9th and 10th Congress, Rep. Ecleo was the prime
mover for the
passage of REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8353 (Anti- Rape Law), which she
originally
authored during the 10th Congress but was passed into law in
the 11th Congress
only.
Her other legislative achievements during her first two (2)
consecutive terms also
included the enactments of the following laws:
R.A. 7722, Higher Education Act of 1994
R.A. 7942, Philippine Mining Act of 1995
R.A. 8171, Providing for the Repatriation of Filipino Women
Who Have
Lost Their Philippine Citizenship by Marriage to Alliens and
Natural-Born Filipinos
(Oct.23, 1995)
R.A. 8042, Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act 1995
R.A. 8043, Inter-Country Adoption Act of 1995
R.A. 8031, Granting the St. Jude Thaddeus Institute of
Technology, Inc.,
a franchise to establish, construct, operate and maintain
Radio and Television
Stations in the province of Surigao del Norte and such other
places within the
Philippines (June 5, 1995)
R.A. 8136, Establishing a Ten-Bed Capacity Hospital in the
Municipality
of San Jose, Province of Surigao del Norte (July 16, 1995)
R.A. 7901, Creating Region XIII to be known as the Caraga
Administrative
Region
R.A. 7885, Advance Corneal Transplantation in the
Philippines or “Organ
Donation Act of 1991.”
R.A. 7880, Fair And Equitable Access to Education Act (Feb.
20, 1995)
R.A. 7882, Providing Assistance to Women Engaging in Micro
and
Cottage Business Enterprise (Feb. 20, 1995)
R.A. 7877, Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995
R.A. 7894, Converting the Numancia National Vocational
School in the
Municipality of Del Carmen, Province of Surigao del Norte,
into the Numancia
National College of Science and Technology
R.A. 7875, “National Health Insurance Act 1995”
R.A. 7796, “Technical Educational and Skills Development Act
of 1994”
(TESDA), Aug. 25,1994
R.A. 7734, Establishment of Ruben E. Ecleo, Sr. National
High School,
in the Municipality of Cagdianao, Province of Surigao del
Norte (June 3, 1994)
R.A. 7686, ‘Dual Training System Act of 1994” (Feb. 25,
1994)
R.A. 7610, “Special Protection of Children Against Abuse,
Exploitation
and Discrimination Act” (June 17, 1992)
R.A. 7459, “Inventors and Invention Incentives Act of the
Philippines,
(April 28, 1992)
R.A. 7305, “Magna Carta of Public Health Workers (March 26,
1992)
R.A. 7142, Philippine Mining Act of 1995
R.A. 6949, An Act to Declare March Eight of Every Year as a
Working
Special Holiday to be known as National Women’s Day
R.A. 6930, Establishing a 25-bed capacity Hospital in the
Municipality of
Sta. Monica, Province of Surigao del Norte
R.A. 6769, Creating the Municipality of San Jose, in the
Province of
Surigao del Norte
R.A. 7630, Renaming Dinagat Municipal High School, in the
Municipality
of Dinagat, Province of Surigao del Norte, as “Don Ruben E.
Ecleo, Sr. Memorial National High School
R.A. 7260, Increasing the bed capacity of the Socorro
Emergency
Hospital in the Municipality of Socorro, Province of Surigao
del Norte, from Ten to
Twenty-Five
R.A. 7553, Declaring June Nineteen of every Year Special
Non-Working
Public Holiday in the Province of Surigao del Norte, to be
known as “ADLAW
NAN SURIGAO DEL NORTE”
R.A. 6728, “Government Assistance to Students and Teachers
in
Private Education Act” (June 10, 1989)
R.A. 6716, Providing for the construction of Water Wells,
Rainwater
Collectors, Development of Springs and Rehabilitation of
Existing Water Wells in
All Barangays in the Philippines.
(http://www.congress.gov.ph/download/cv/ecleocv.pdf)
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