HB03688: AN ACT CREATING THE POSITION OF BARANGAY NUTRITION WORKER IN EVERY BARANGAY PROVIDING INCENTIVES THERETO, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1569
This bill focuses on enhancing community health and nutrition by creating a mandatory position for a Barangay Nutrition Worker (BNW) in every barangay. It amends Presidential Decree 1569 to replace the voluntary Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) with a paid BNW position.
The BNW will be responsible for delivering essential nutrition and health services, including community health initiatives, food production, and family planning.