AN ACT GRANTING CASH INCENTIVES TO BANGSAMORO TOPNOTCHERS OF BAR AND BOARD EXAMINATIONS AND WINNERS OF INTERNATIONAL SPORTS, SKILLS AND ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS - Explanatory Note and Provisions

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An Act recognizing exemplary Bangsamoro examinees and winners in Bar and Board examinations and in international academic, sports, and skills competitions. The explanatory note frames achievement as motivation for recipients and as inspiration for fellow Bangsamoro to volunteer and excel, supporting economic and social progress. The Act establishes policies, defines key terms such as Bar and Board examinations and “Topnotcher,” and sets out incentive entitlements and cash amounts for qualifying top results.

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EXPLANATORY NOTE

Be it enacted by the Bangsamoro Parliament in session

Section 1. Title

Sec. 2. Declaration of Policies

Sec. 3. Definition of Terms

Sec. 4. Amount of Incentives

Introduced by: MPs Hashemi N.Dilangalen,MD,Atty.Mary Ann M.Arnado,Suharto S.Esmael,andMichael E.Midtimbang Co-authored by: MPs Amilbahar S.Mawallil,Hamid U.Malik,Atty.Nabil A.Tan,Atty.John Anthony L.Lim,Atty.Sittie Fahanie S.Uy-Oyod,Mohammad Kelie Antao,Hatimil E.Hassan,Rasul E.Esmael,Tawakal B.Midtimbang,Bassir D.Utto,Mudjib C.Abu,Suwaib L.Oranon,Khalid M.Hadji Abdullah,Abdulaziz M.Amenoden,and Albakil D.Jikiri AN ACT GRANTING CASH INCENTIVES TO BANGSAMORO TOPNOTCHERS OFBAR AND BOARD EXAMINATIONS AND WINNERS OF INTERNATIONAL SPORTS,SKILLS AND ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS,APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR EXPLANATORY NOTE Highlighting the achievement of exemplary Bangsamoro individuals is a greatmotivator for them to keep up the good work.Moreover,such recognition can also inspiretheir fellow Bangsamoro to volunteer and excel.When we highlight the achievement ofour people,we fuel their economic and social progress which ultimately strengthens ourcommunity.Sometimes it only takes a little spark for us to take the extra steps necessaryto achieve our goals.If we highlight enough little sparks,we can start a roaring bonfire ofachievement. The Bangsamoro government has been actively recognizing individuals andorganizations for their various remarkable achievements.This has been manifestedthrough several resolutions enacted by the Bangsamoro Transition Authority Parliament.However,the Bangsamoro Government should undertake to provide greater support toour students and athletes to further develop excellence and sporting cultures in theBangsamoro autonomous region.This Billcan help serve to meet these objectives as itseeks to institutionalize the grant of cash incentives to exemplary Bangsamoro who excelin academic,and major sports and skills competitions. Indeed,topping the Bar and PRC Board exams or clinching a spot in aninternational academics,sports or skills competition is not an easy feat and thereforeBangsamoro individuals who are able to excel in these fields deserve rewards from theregional government as they also bring glory and pride to the homeland. In view of the foregoing,this representation earnestly seeks the enactment of thisBill. 6 Introduced by: MPs Hashemi N.Dilangalen,MD,Atty.Mary Ann M.Arnado,Suharto S.Esmael,andMichael E.Midtimbang Co-authored by: MPs Amilbahar S.Mawallil,Hamid U.Malik,Atty.Nabil A.Tan,Atty.John Anthony L.Lim,Atty.Sittie Fahanie S.Uy-Oyod,Mohammad Kelie Antao,Hatimil E.Hassan,Rasul E.Esmael,Tawakal B.Midtimbang,Bassir D.Utto,Mudjib C.Abu,Suwaib L.Oranon,Khalid M.Hadji Abdullah,Abdulaziz M.Amenoden,and Albakil D.Jikiri AN ACT GRANTING CASH INCENTIVES TO BANGSAMORO TOPNOTCHERS OFBAR AND BOARD EXAMINATIONS AND WINNERS OF INTERNATIONAL SPORTS,SKILLS AND ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS,APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR Be it enacted by the Bangsamoro Parliament in session: Section 1.Title.This Act shall be known as the "Bangsamoro Incentives Act of2023.” Sec.2.Declaration of Policies.It is the policy of the Bangsamoro Government togive due recognition and appreciation to Bangsamoro examinees who achieveremarkable results in the Bar and Board examinations and victors of internationalacademics,sports and skills competitions.They represent the best and the brightest ofthe Bangsamoro who exhibit qualities that do not only inspire excellence and inculcatecompetitive spirit,but also bring glory and honor to the Bangsamoro. Sec.3.Definition of Terms.As used in this Act,the following terms shall mean,to wit: a."Bar Examinations"shall mean the professional licensure examination forlawyers in the Philippines.The exam is exclusively administered by the SupremeCourt of the Philippines through the Supreme Court Bar Examination Committee. b."Board Examinations"shall refer to the examinations conducted nationwide asper schedule to determine qualifications of graduates of various professions whoseek licensure to practice their respective professions or area of specializationsanctioned by the Profe

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Act?

To grant cash incentives to Bangsamoro topnotchers in Bar and Board examinations and to winners of international sports, skills, and academic competitions.

How does the Act define “Topnotcher”?

It refers to individuals officially declared among the top ranks in Bar examinations or Board examinations as determined by the relevant Philippine authorities.

What does the Act establish regarding incentives?

It sets out the amount of cash incentives and specifies entitlements for qualifying topnotchers across different examination categories.

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