Drrm Laws and Policies

• Climate Change Act of 2009 (RA9729)


  The law mandates the integration of DRR measures into programs and initiatives on climate change adaptation. This means considering disaster risks when planning how the country will adjust to the effects of climate change, like stronger typhoons or rising sea levels.
• Climate Change Act of 2009 (RA9729)


  The Act recognizes the particular vulnerability of certain groups, like the poor, women, and children, to climate change's consequences. DRRM strategies formulated under the CCA's framework should address these vulnerabilities.
• People's Survival Fund Act of 2009 (RA 10174)


  The Act establishes the People's Survival Fund (PSF) as a dedicated source of financing for climate change adaptation programs and projects.
• People's Survival Fund Act of 2009 (RA 10174)


  The Act prioritizes allocating funds to projects that benefit those most susceptible to climate change impacts, which often coincide with areas highly prone to disasters. By empowering these communities, the overall disaster risk reduces.
• Bayanihan to Heal as One Act (RA 11469)


  The Act primarily focused on providing the government with the legal muscle to address the COVID-19 pandemic, a large-scale disaster situation.
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 (RA 10121)


  RA 10121 represents a significant shift in the country's approach to disasters. It moves from a purely reactive stance of just responding to disasters (relief and recovery) to a proactive one that emphasizes risk reduction and preparedness.
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 (RA 10121)


  RA 10121 promotes a multi-stakeholder approach to DRRM. It mandates the participation of various government agencies, local government units (LGUs), civil society organizations (CSOs), and the private sector in DRRM efforts. This ensures a coordinated and collaborative approach.
• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 (RA 10121)


  The Act recognizes the crucial role of communities in DRRM. It empowers LGUs to craft localized DRRM plans that consider their specific vulnerabilities and capacities. Additionally, it encourages community participation in planning, implementing, and monitoring DRRM activities.
• Hierarchy of NDRRMC


  1. Secretary of Department of National Defense

  2. Secretary of DOST - Disaster Prevention and Mitigation

  3. Secretary of DILG - Disaster Preparedness

  4. Secretary of DSWD - Disaster Response

  5. Director-General of NEDA - Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery
• Declaration of State of Calamity


  1. Price control and prevention of hoarding of essential goods

  2. Reallocation of funds for rehabilitation

  3. Granting of no-interest loans by government institutions
• Calamity Funds


  This is a lump sum set aside in the national budget under the General Appropriations Act (GAA). It acts as a central pool of money used for various purposes after a disaster.
• Quick Response Funds


  These are pre-designated funds allocated to specific government agencies. They function as standby funds for immediate action in case of disasters.
• Prohibited Acts of the Law


  • Neglect of Duty Leading to Damage or Loss (Section 19)
  • Tampering with Relief Goods (Section 20)
• Neglect of Duty Leading to Damage or Loss (Section 19)


  1. Dereliction of duties resulting in: Destruction of property

  2. Loss of lives

  3. Critical damage to facilities

  4. Misuse of funds allocated for disaster risk reduction and management
• Tampering with Relief Goods (Section 20)


  1. Preventing authorized entry and distribution of relief goods, including equipment and personnel.

  2. Tampering with the labels or packaging of relief goods to make them appear from a different source.

  3. Repacking or altering markings on relief goods to misrepresent their origin.

  4. Making false claims about the source or provider of relief goods.
• Declaration of State of Emergency


  It can be declared in response to a wide range of threats, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, civil unrest, or even economic crises.
• Declaration of State of Calamity


  It's typically declared after a natural disaster or other event that causes widespread damage or hardship. The focus here is on mobilizing resources for disaster relief, recovery, and rehabilitation.