HB 5919

House·20th Congress·Filed Nov 12, 2025

An Ac? Establishing the Dumaguete City National Library and Creative Center in Recognition of Dumaguete's Designation as a Unesco Creative City of Literature, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

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The bill proposes to create a national library and creative center in Dumaguete City to preserve literature, support writers, and promote cultural tourism, with ₱500 million allocated for its construction and digitalization.

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Author · Representative

Ma. Isabel L. SagarbarriaReceipts →

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An Ac? Establishing the Dumaguete City National Library and Creative Center in Recognition of Dumaguete's Designation as a Unesco Creative City of Literature, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

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