HB 8898

House·20th Congress·Filed Apr 21, 2026

An Act Establishing Regional Barangay Health Workers (Bhw) Academies to Provide Certification, Continuing Education, and Leadership Training Programs for Barangay Health Workers, Institutionalizing Their Capacity Development, Strengthening Their Role in the Delivery of Primary Health Care and for Other Purposes

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The proposal creates regional academies to train, certify, and continuously educate Barangay Health Workers, aiming to improve their skills, accreditation, and benefits.

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Authors · 4 Representatives

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Authors · 4 Representatives

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