Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 10014)
The main purpose of Republic Act No. 10014 is to convert the Capas-San Jose-Mayantoc-Malacampa road in the municipalities of Capas, San Jose, Mayantoc, and Camiling, Province of Tarlac, into a national road.
The municipalities of Capas, San Jose, Mayantoc, and Camiling in the Province of Tarlac are affected by Republic Act No. 10014.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is responsible for issuing the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to implement the provisions of Republic Act No. 10014.
Republic Act No. 10014 took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways has the authority to issue the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to implement the provisions of Republic Act No. 10014.
Converting a road into a national road generally means that the road will be maintained and funded by the national government through the Department of Public Works and Highways, ensuring better infrastructure and connectivity.
Republic Act No. 10014 was approved by the President of the Philippines, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
Republic Act No. 10014 was passed by the House of Representatives on September 1, 2008, and by the Senate on November 10, 2009.
Republic Act No. 10014 becomes effective fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
Publication in a newspaper of general circulation serves as official notice to the public and is a requirement for the law's effectivity to ensure awareness and transparency.