Sections of Article 2 Statutory Laws Title

Section 7. The State shall 1. PD No. 18 1. ESTABLISHING THE

pursue an independent 2. PD No. 2 METROPOLITAN MANILA
foreign policy. In its relations FLOOD CONTROL AND
with other states the DRAINAGE COUNCIL
paramount consideration 2. PROCLAIMING THE ENTIRE
shall be national sovereigntyJ COUNTRY AS A LAND
territorial integrity, national REFORM AREA
interest, a nd the right to self-
determination.
Section 8. The Philippines, 1. Republic Act 10697 1. ACT OF PREVENTING THE
consistent with the national PROLIFERATION OF
interest, adopts and pursues WEAPONS OF MASS
a policy of freedom from DESTRUCTION BY
nuclear weapons in its MANAGING THE TRADE IN
territory. STRATEGIC GOODS, THE
PROVISONS OF RELATED
SERVICES, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.

Section 9. The State shall 1. PD No. 21 1. CREATING A NATIONAL

promote a just and dynamic 2. PD No. 7 LABOR RELATIONS
social order that will ensure COMMISSION AND FOR
the prosperity and OTHER PURPOSES
independence of the nation 2. PRESCRIBING THE ORDERLY
and free the people from MARKETING OF LIVESTOCK
poverty through policies that AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
provide adequate social AND NEW REGULATIONS ON
services, promote full ANIMAL FEEDS
employment, a rising
standard of living, and an
improved quality of life for all
Section 10. The State shall 1. PD No. 86 1. CREATING CITIZENS
promote social justice in all 2. PD No. 90 ASSEMBLIES
phases of national 2. DECLARING UNLAWFUL
development. RUMOR-MONGERING AND
SPREADING FALSE
INFORMATION
Section 11. The State values 1. Republic Act 9208 1. Anti-Trafficking in Persons
the dignity of every human 2. Republic Act 10364 Act of 2003
person and guarantees full 2. Expanded Anti-Trafficking in
respect for human rights. Persons Act of 2012

Section 12. The State 1. Republic Act 10368 1. Human Rights Victims
recognizes the sanctity of 2. Republic Act 9288 Reparation and Recognition
family life and shall protect Act of 2013
and strengthen the family as 2. New-born Screening Act of
a basic autonomous social 2004
institution. It shall equally
protect the life of the mother
and the life of the unborn
from conception. The natural
and primary right and duty of
parents in the rearing of the
youth for civic efficiency and
the development of moral
character shall receive the
support of the Government.
Section 13. The State 1. PD No. 603 1. THE CHILD AND YOUTH
recognizes the vital role of 2. Republic Act 9163 WELFARE CODE
the youth in nation-building 3. Republic Act 7077 2. National Service Training
and shall promote and Program
protect their physical, moral, 3. Citizen Armed Forces of the
spiritual, intellectual, and Philippines Reservist Act
social well-being. It shall
inculcate in the youth
patriotism and nationalism,
and encourage their
involvement in public and
civic affairs.
Section 14. The State
recognizes the role of women
in nation-building, and shall
ensure the fundamental
equality before the law of
women and men.
Section 15. The State shall
protect and promote the
right to health of the people
and instill health
consciousness among them.
Section 16. The State shall
protect and advance the right
of the people to a balanced
and healthful ecology in
accord with the rhythm and
harmony of nature.
Section 17. The State shall
give priority to education,
science and technology, arts,
culture, and sports to foster
patriotism and nationalism,
accelerate social progress,
and promote total human
liberation and development.
1. Republic Act 7160 1. The Local Government Code
1. Republic Act 7877 1. Anti-Sexual Harassment Act
2. Republic Act 8353 of 1995
3. Republic Act 8505 2. Anti-Rape Law
3. Rape Victim Assistance and
Protection Act
1. Republic Act 8749 1. The Philippine Clear Air Act
2. Republic Act 9003 of 1999
3. Republict Act 9275 2. Ecological Solid Waste
4. PD No. 54 Management Act of 2000
3. Clean Water Act
4. PENALTIES FOR ILLEGAL
LOGGING
1. PD No. 15 1. CREATING THE CULTURAL
2. PD No. 58 CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES,
DEFINING ITS OBJECTIVES,
POWERS AND FUNCTIONS
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
2. CONSTITUTING THE
UNIVERSITY OF THE
PHILIPPINES AT LOS BA -
OS, GRANTING IT FULL
AND COMPLETE
AUTONOMY, AND
AMENDING THE CHARTER
OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE
PHILIPPINES
Section 18. The State affirms
labor as a primary social
economic force. It shall
protect the rights of workers
and promote their welfare.
Section 19. The State shall
develop a self-reliant and
independent national
economy effectively
controlled by Filipinos.
Section 20. The State
recognizes the indispensable
role of the private sector,
encourages private
enterprise, and provides
incentives to needed
investments.
Section 21. The State shall
promote comprehensive rural
development and agrarian
reform.
1. PD No. 21 1. CREATING A NATIONAL
2. PD No. 99 LABOR RELATIONS
COMMISSION AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES
2. PROVIDING FOR MINIMUM
COMPENSATION FOR
HOUSEHOLD HELPERS
1. PD No. 4 1. FURTHER AMENDING
2. PD No. 5 CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF
THE NATIONAL GRAINS
INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT
ACT
2. AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT
NUMBERED 1300, ENTITLED
AN ACT REVISING THE
CHARTER OF THE PHILIPPINE
NATIONAL BANK
1. PD No. 23 1. PROCLAIMING A TAX
2. PD No. 10 AMNESTY, SUBJECT TO
CERTAIN CONDITIONS
2. REDUCING THE PERCENTAGE
TAX ON STOCK
TRANSLATIONS
1. PD No. 2 1. PROCLAIMING THE ENTIRE
COUNTRY AS A LAND
REFORM AREA
Section 22. The State
recognizes and promotes the
rights of indigenous cultural
communities within the
framework of national unity
and development.
Section 23. The State shall
encourage non-
governmental, community-
based, or sectoral
organizations that promote
the welfare of the nation.
Section 24. The State
recognizes the vital role of
communication and
information in nation-
building.
Section 25. The State shall
ensure the autonomy of local
governments.
1. Republic Act No. 8371 1. AN ACT TO RECOGNIZE,
2. PD No. 1125 PROTECT AND PROMOTE
THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS
CULTURAL
COMMUNITIES/INDIGENOUS
PEOPLE, CREATING A
NATIONAL COMMISSION OF
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE,
ESTABLISHING
IMPLEMENTING
MECHANISMS,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
2. GRANTING SECOND GRADE
CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBILITIES
TO MUSLIM RETURNEES
WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY
COMPLETED THE SECOND
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
PROGRAM FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF
MINDANAO
1. PD No. 37 1. CREATING THE NAYONG
PILIPINO FOUNDATION
1. PD No. 55 1. UNLAWFUL TELEPHONE
INSTALLATIONS
1. PD No. 3 1. APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
2. PD No. 1 PUBLIC WORKS INVOLVING
REHABILITATION AND
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT,
SYNCHRONIZING THE SAME
WITH PREVIOUS PUBLIC
WORKS APPROPRIATIONS
2. REORGANIZING THE
EXECUTIVE BRANCH OF THE
NATIONAL GOVERNMENT
Section 26. The State shall
guarantee equal access to
opportunities for public
service and prohibit political
dynasties as may be defined
by law.
Section 27. The State shall
maintain honesty and
integrity in the public service
and take positive and
effective measures against
graft and corruption.
Section 28. Subject to
reasonable conditions
prescribed by law, the State
adopts and implements a
policy of full public disclosure
of all its transactions
involving public interest.
1. Republic Act. 6713 1. AN ACT OF ESTABLISHING A
CODE OF CONDUCT AND
ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR
PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND
EMPLOYEES, TO UPHOLD
THE TIME-HONORED
PRINCIPLE OF PUBLIC OFFICE
BEING A PUBLIC TRUST,
GRANTING INCENTIVES AND
REWARDS FOR EXEMPLARY
SERVICE, ENUMERATING
PROHIBITED ACTS AND
TRANSACTIONS AND
PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR
VIOLATIONS THEREOF AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES
1. PD No. 6 1. AMENDING CERTAIN RULES
2. PD No. 46 ON DISCIPLINE OF
GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
AND EMPLOYEES
2. MAKING IT PUNISHABLE FOR
PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND
EMPLOYEES TO RECEIVE,
AND FOR PRIVATE PERSONS
TO GIVE, GIFTS ON ANY
OCCASION, INCLUDING
CHRISTMAS
1. Republic Act No. 1. AN ACT DECLARING
10589 DECEMBER OF EVERY YEAR
AS "ANTI-CORRUPTION
MONTH" IN THE ENTIRE
COUNTRY
 Philippine Constitution
(Statutory Laws)

Royette B. Miranda Prof. Jesse Atienza