THE NAGA CITY COUNCIL

Sangguniang Panlungsod
Ng Naga

CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

PROPOSED LOCAL LEGISLATION

As expressed in Ordinance No. 2023-004 (i-Engage Ordinance), ordinary citizens have the power to help shape local laws. The following is a proposed measure/resolution, which can have a significant impact on the lives of fellow Nagueños. Your comments and suggestions can help improve this proposal.

Proposed “Mental Health Emergency Response, Prevention of Violent Acts and Assignment of Care and Responsibility Ordinance”

Summary/Highlights

Title of Proposed Legislation/Author/Sponsor:
PROPOSED LOCAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE ORDINANCE FOR PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS, PREVENTION OF VIOLENT ACTS, AND ASSIGNMENT OF  RESPONSIBILITY FOR CARE AND LIABILITY TO IMMEDIATE FAMILY, LEGAL GUARDIAN, OR NEAREST

This proposed ordinance creates a comprehensive mental health emergency response system for Naga City. It establishes crisis teams, ambulance readiness standards, post‑crisis care, community‑based support, preventive education, and family responsibility mechanisms. It strengthens coordination across city offices and ensures humane, rights‑based treatment for persons with mental illness while enhancing community safety and resilience.

Authors: Hon. Gilda Gayle R. Abonal‑Gomez & Hon. Ma. Nilda P. De Guzman

  • Proposed
Remarks:

Date Filed: 10/10/2025
Date discussed in Session: 10/14/2025
Referred to: Committees on Health and Nutrition, Public Safety and Family Relations

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To understand the proposal fully, please read the PDF document attached below. Let us know what you think about it. Leave a comment here or send us your thoughts through igov@naga.gov.ph.

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