Juan Miguel Zubiri

Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri

Running for Senator

Political Affiliations
Political Relatives
Political Allies
Political Rivals
Previous Gov't Positions
Failed Attempts to Run for Public Office
Bills Enacted into Law
Bills Filed
City Ordinances Filed
Awards and Recognition
Advocacies and Accomplishments (COVID-19-related)
Advocacies and Accomplishments (Non-COVID-19-related)

Political Affiliations

Member

Lakas Christian Muslim Democrats
1998–2011

Member

Pwersa Ng Masang Pilipino
2012–2013

Political Relatives

Jose Maria 'Joe' Zubiri Jr.

Current Governor of Bukidnon
Father

Manuel Zubiri

Current Bukidnon 3rd District Representative
Brother

José María Fernández Zubiri III

Former Bukidnon 3rd District Representative
Brother

Political Allies

Emmanuel 'Manny' Dapidran Pacquiao Sr.

PDP-Laban

Maria Leonor 'Leni' Robredo

Independent

Political Rivals

Previous Gov't Positions

Senate Majority Leader

2008

Representative, Bukidnon 3rd District

1998-2007

Senator

2007-2011

Senate Majority Leader

2018-present

Senator

2016-present

Failed Attempts to Run for Public Office

Senator

2013

Bills Enacted into Law

Principal Author Co-Author Principal Sponsor Co-Sponsor

RA 10068 - ORGANIC AGRICULTURE ACT OF 2010

The State recognizes and supports the central role of the farmers, indigenous people and other stakeholders at the grassroots in this program.
Source

RA 9828 - AN ACT CREATING THE MILITARY SERVICE BOARD AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

The Board, is hereby created to review and reevaluate pending claim applications previously filed in the former Military Service Boards by any person who claims to have performed military service in the Philippines during the period beginning December 8, 1941 and ending July 3, 1946, and to determine the validity of the claims for the purpose of confirming the military service rendered and qualifying the applicants for military veterans status.
Source

RA 9147 - WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION ACT

To conserve the country's wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainability.
Source

RA 9645 - COMMEMORATION OF THE FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO ACT

To observe the founding anniversary of Iglesia Ni Cristo every 27th of July in recognition of leading its members of its exemplary feat of leading its members towards spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.
Source

RA 11289 - AN ACT CONVERTING THE SAN LORENZO RUIZ WOMENS HOSPITAL IN MALABON CITY, METRO MANILA INTO A GENERAL HOSPITAL TO BE KNOWN AS THE SAN LORENZO RUIZ GENERAL HOSPITAL, INCREASING ITS BED CAPACITY FROM TEN (10) TO TWO HUNDRED (200 ) BEDS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

The authorized bed capacity of the San Lorenzo Ruiz General Hospital in Malabon City, Metro Manila is hereby increased from 10 to 200 beds.
Source

RA 11315 - COMMUNITY-BASED MONITORING SYSTEM ACT

To adopt focused and specific measures that will ensure poverty reduction wherein citizens have access to social protection and welfare programs that address their minimum basic needs.
Source

RA 11457 - CHARTER OF THE DAVAO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

A body corporate that will be known as Davao International Airport Authority where 'Authority' will be attached to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). The principal office of the Authority will be located at the Francisco Bangoy International Airport in Davao City.
Source

RA 10072 - PHILIPPINE RED CROSS ACT OF 2009

The State shall at all times act in conformity with the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their additional protocols and the Statutes of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and shall establish and promote the development of a duly recognized independent and autonomous nongovernmental Red Cross Society that shall provide humanitarian relief and assistance in times of peace and armed conflict
Source

RA 9849 - EIDUL ADHA

The tenth day of Zhul Hijja, the twelfth month of the Islamic Calendar is hereby declared as a national holiday for the observance of Eidul Adha.
Source

RA 10073 - GIRL SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES CHARTER OF 2009

The State affirms the contribution of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines to the promotion of positive values, responsible citizenship and volunteerism to young women through its faithful adherence to the fundamental principles of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, an internationally recognized organization.
Source

RA 10023 - AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF FREE PATENTS TO RESIDENTIAL LANDS

Any Filipino citizen who is an actual occupant of a residential land may apply for a Free Patent Title under this Act provided that in highly urbanized cities, the land should not exceed 200 sq m, should not exceed 500 sq m in other cities, should not exceed 750 sq m in first class and second class municipalities and should not exceed 1000 sq m in all other municipalities.
Source

RA 10026 - INCOME TAX EXEMPTION LAW OF WATER DISTRICTS

It is proposed in this bill that a one-time general amnesty or condonation of taxes involving LWDs be passed by this Congress.
Source

RA 11350 - NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS ACT

To promote the advocacy of and collaboration between different stakeholders and senior citizens to implement various programs and services on the development of senior citizens and advancing their health, well-being, and ensuring a supportive and enabling environment for the elderly.
Source

RA 9996 - MINDANAO DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (MINDA) ACT OF 2010

An effective institutional mechanism shall be established to address the need for a coordinated and integrated approach in the formulation and implementation of various Mindanao-wide inter-regional development plans, programs and projects.
Source

RA 9997 - NATIONAL COMMISSION ON MUSLIM FILIPINOS ACT OF 2009

Creation of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos
Source

RA 9850 - AN ACT DECLARING ARNIS AS THE NATIONAL MARTIAL ART AND SPORT OF THE PHILIPPINES

Arnis is hereby declared as the Philippine National Martial Art and Sport.
Source

Bills Filed

Principal Author Co-Author Principal Sponsor Co-Sponsor

SB 2226 - DEPOSITS DISCLOSURE ACT

To protect the fundamental human right of privacy of communication while ensuring free flow of information to promote innovation and growth.
Source

SB 2132 - CONSOLIDATED POVERTY DATA COLLECTION (CPDC) SYSTEM ACT

To free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate social services, deliver a rising standard of living, promote full employment, and make available an improved quality of life for all.
Source

SB 2182 - PHILIPPINE RUBBER INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 2019

To lay down a strong foundation for more inclusive growth where it shall be easier for the marginalized economic sectors to participate in economic progress through job creation and encouragement of entrepreneurship.
Source

SB 3388 - STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS DISTRICT SUPERVISOR AS HEAD OF THE SCHOOLS DISTRICT AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9155 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 'GOVERNANCE OF BASIC EDUCATION ACT OF 2001'

Section 2 of Republic Act No 9155 otherwise known as the "Governance of basic Education Act of 2001 is hereby amended.
Source

City Ordinances Filed

Awards and Recognition

UPLBAA Presidential Award for the Most Outstanding Alumni

University of the Philippines Los Baños
2016

Political Profile

Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri

Political Affiliations

Member

Lakas Christian Muslim Democrats
1998–2011

Member

Pwersa Ng Masang Pilipino
2012–2013

Political Relatives

Jose Maria 'Joe' Zubiri Jr.

Current Governor of Bukidnon
Father

Manuel Zubiri

Current Bukidnon 3rd District Representative
Brother

José María Fernández Zubiri III

Former Bukidnon 3rd District Representative
Brother

Political Allies

Emmanuel 'Manny' Dapidran Pacquiao Sr.

PDP-Laban

Maria Leonor 'Leni' Robredo

Independent

Political Rivals

Previous Gov't Positions

Senate Majority Leader

2008

Representative, Bukidnon 3rd District

1998-2007

Senator

2007-2011

Senate Majority Leader

2018-present

Senator

2016-present

Failed Attempts to Run for Public Office

Senator

2013

Bills Enacted into Law

Principal Author

RA 10068 - ORGANIC AGRICULTURE ACT OF 2010

The State recognizes and supports the central role of the farmers, indigenous people and other stakeholders at the grassroots in this program.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2010/ra_10068_2010.html

RA 9828 - AN ACT CREATING THE MILITARY SERVICE BOARD AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR

The Board, is hereby created to review and reevaluate pending claim applications previously filed in the former Military Service Boards by any person who claims to have performed military service in the Philippines during the period beginning December 8, 1941 and ending July 3, 1946, and to determine the validity of the claims for the purpose of confirming the military service rendered and qualifying the applicants for military veterans status.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2009/ra_9828_2009.html

RA 9147 - WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION ACT

To conserve the country's wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainability.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2001/ra_9147_2001.html

RA 9645 - COMMEMORATION OF THE FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO ACT

To observe the founding anniversary of Iglesia Ni Cristo every 27th of July in recognition of leading its members of its exemplary feat of leading its members towards spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%209645.pdf

RA 11289 - AN ACT CONVERTING THE SAN LORENZO RUIZ WOMENS HOSPITAL IN MALABON CITY, METRO MANILA INTO A GENERAL HOSPITAL TO BE KNOWN AS THE SAN LORENZO RUIZ GENERAL HOSPITAL, INCREASING ITS BED CAPACITY FROM TEN (10) TO TWO HUNDRED (200 ) BEDS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

The authorized bed capacity of the San Lorenzo Ruiz General Hospital in Malabon City, Metro Manila is hereby increased from 10 to 200 beds.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2011289.pdf

RA 11315 - COMMUNITY-BASED MONITORING SYSTEM ACT

To adopt focused and specific measures that will ensure poverty reduction wherein citizens have access to social protection and welfare programs that address their minimum basic needs.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2011315.pdf

RA 11457 - CHARTER OF THE DAVAO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

A body corporate that will be known as Davao International Airport Authority where 'Authority' will be attached to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). The principal office of the Authority will be located at the Francisco Bangoy International Airport in Davao City.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2011457.pdf

RA 10072 - PHILIPPINE RED CROSS ACT OF 2009

The State shall at all times act in conformity with the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their additional protocols and the Statutes of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and shall establish and promote the development of a duly recognized independent and autonomous nongovernmental Red Cross Society that shall provide humanitarian relief and assistance in times of peace and armed conflict

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2010072.pdf

RA 9849 - EIDUL ADHA

The tenth day of Zhul Hijja, the twelfth month of the Islamic Calendar is hereby declared as a national holiday for the observance of Eidul Adha.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%209849.pdf

RA 10073 - GIRL SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES CHARTER OF 2009

The State affirms the contribution of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines to the promotion of positive values, responsible citizenship and volunteerism to young women through its faithful adherence to the fundamental principles of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, an internationally recognized organization.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2010073.pdf

RA 10023 - AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF FREE PATENTS TO RESIDENTIAL LANDS

Any Filipino citizen who is an actual occupant of a residential land may apply for a Free Patent Title under this Act provided that in highly urbanized cities, the land should not exceed 200 sq m, should not exceed 500 sq m in other cities, should not exceed 750 sq m in first class and second class municipalities and should not exceed 1000 sq m in all other municipalities.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/republic_acts/ra%2010023.pdf

Co-Author

RA 10026 - INCOME TAX EXEMPTION LAW OF WATER DISTRICTS

It is proposed in this bill that a one-time general amnesty or condonation of taxes involving LWDs be passed by this Congress.

http://legacy.senate.gov.ph/lisdata/1654313785!.pdf

RA 11350 - NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS ACT

To promote the advocacy of and collaboration between different stakeholders and senior citizens to implement various programs and services on the development of senior citizens and advancing their health, well-being, and ensuring a supportive and enabling environment for the elderly.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2019/ra_11350_2019.html

Principal Sponsor

Co-Sponsor

RA 9996 - MINDANAO DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (MINDA) ACT OF 2010

An effective institutional mechanism shall be established to address the need for a coordinated and integrated approach in the formulation and implementation of various Mindanao-wide inter-regional development plans, programs and projects.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2010/ra_9996_2010.html

RA 9997 - NATIONAL COMMISSION ON MUSLIM FILIPINOS ACT OF 2009

Creation of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2010/ra_9997_2010.html

RA 9850 - AN ACT DECLARING ARNIS AS THE NATIONAL MARTIAL ART AND SPORT OF THE PHILIPPINES

Arnis is hereby declared as the Philippine National Martial Art and Sport.

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2009/ra_9850_2009.html

Bills Filed

Principal Author

SB 2226 - DEPOSITS DISCLOSURE ACT

To protect the fundamental human right of privacy of communication while ensuring free flow of information to promote innovation and growth.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/lisdata/2989126588!.pdf

SB 2132 - CONSOLIDATED POVERTY DATA COLLECTION (CPDC) SYSTEM ACT

To free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate social services, deliver a rising standard of living, promote full employment, and make available an improved quality of life for all.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/lisdata/2917725771!.pdf

SB 2182 - PHILIPPINE RUBBER INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 2019

To lay down a strong foundation for more inclusive growth where it shall be easier for the marginalized economic sectors to participate in economic progress through job creation and encouragement of entrepreneurship.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/lisdata/2943326078!.pdf

SB 3388 - STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS DISTRICT SUPERVISOR AS HEAD OF THE SCHOOLS DISTRICT AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9155 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS 'GOVERNANCE OF BASIC EDUCATION ACT OF 2001'

Section 2 of Republic Act No 9155 otherwise known as the "Governance of basic Education Act of 2001 is hereby amended.

https://legacy.senate.gov.ph/lisdata/1206410626!.pdf

Co-Author

Principal Sponsor

Co-Sponsor

City Ordinances Filed

Awards and Recognition

UPLBAA Presidential Award for the Most Outstanding Alumni

University of the Philippines Los Baños
2016

Advocacies and Accomplishments (COVID-19-related)

Health

Introduced an amendment to include the procurement of COVID-19 vaccines and medicines in the government's immunization program, and to allow private entities to conduct research, develop, manufacture, import, distribute or sell COVID-19 vaccine sourced from registered pharmaceutical companies

 

HEATH FACILITY

Committed to source funding of PHP200 million to augment the allocation for the establishment of the Bacolod City General Hospital

Advocacies and Accomplishments (Non-COVID-19-related)

Social Welfare

Authored the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002

Supported affordable housing for the poor in the Rental Reform Act and salary increase of soldiers in the Armed Forces of the Philippines through the Rate Pay Base Increase Act

Supported the establishment of the Philippine Red Cross

Environment

Worked for the passage of RA 9513 - Renewable Energy Act of 2008, and RA 9367 - Biofuels Act of 2006

Supported Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act and the Philippine Disaster Risk Management Act

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