An Act Decentralizing Economic Development to Facilitate Further Growth in Other Areas of the Philippines, and for Other Purposes
This bill’s objective is to create a more progressive Philippines for every Filipino through:
1. Conducting periodic comprehensive studies focusing on challenges and opportunities for regional economic development.
2. Ensure quality health and education facilities in all regions.
3. Establishment of Regional Centers of Excellence
4. Determine the appropriate region and specific location to transfer selected National Government Agencies (NGAs), including the transfer of the various NGAs; and
5. Establish a mechanism of decentralization, including procurement procedures implemented at a regional level, among others.