HB01287: FUND OUR MUSEUMS ACT OF 2020
This bill seeks to establish a funding framework for the development and operations of the National Museum of the Philippines, aiming to complement and support K-12 education. It recognizes museums as essential non-formal learning institutions that can enhance youth interest and curiosity in history, heritage, arts, traditions, and way of life, offering benefits not typically found in traditional schools. The proposed framework mandates that the National Museum's general appropriations be no less than 0.25% of the Department of Education's (DepEd) total annual budget to ensure the viability and sustainability of the Museum's operations and the expansion of its regional network.
The significance of this bill for the people lies in its potential to enrich the educational experiences of Filipino learners by providing stable funding for museums as vital non-formal learning spaces. This consistent financial support would enable the National Museum to expand its reach through a national network of regional, area, and site museums, making cultural and historical knowledge more accessible to all Filipinos and contributing to the creation of employment and livelihood within the museum industry.