Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10354

Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10354

(The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)

WHEREAS, Having taken effect on January 17, 2013 in large part due to the strong advocacy of stakeholders and the commitment of Government, Republic Act No. 10354 or “The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012” (RPRH Act) has become the focal point for convergence of multi-sectoral efforts toward the improvement of health outcomes;

WHEREAS, Partnership with local governments as lead implementers of basic health services is central to the success of the RPRH Act, hence the active participation in the process of implementing rules and regulations (IRR) drafting and commitment to implementation thereof by the League of Provinces of the Philippines; the League of Cities of the Philippines; and the League of Municipalities of the Philippines;

WHEREAS, Delivery of responsible parenthood and reproductive health services and information is at the core of implementation of the mandate given by the RPRH Act, hence the active participation in IRR drafting and commitment to implementation thereof by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) such as Likhaan Center for Women’s Health; Reproductive Health, Rights, and Ethics Center for Studies and Training; Women’s Health Care Foundation; Philippine Medical Association; Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society; Alliance of Young Nurse Leaders and Advocates International; and Bishops-Businessmen’s Conference for Human Development in collaboration with national government agencies such as the Department of Health, Department of Education, Department of Social Welfare and Development; Department of the Interior and Local Government; National Economic and Development Authority; Philippine Health Insurance Corporation; and the Philippine Commission on Women;

WHEREAS, Pursuant to Section 26 of the RPRH Act, the Drafting Committee was convened on January 22, 2013 and completed its work on March 15, 2013;

NOW, THEREFORE, the following rules and regulations are hereby promulgated as the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 10354:

For more  information click the link below;

http://www.gov.ph/2013/03/18/implementing-rules-and-regulations-of-republic-act-no-10354/