Republic Act No. 7292

: Republic Act No. 7292 converts the Sipocot National School of Arts and Trades into the Bicol Institute of Science and Technology and appropriates funds for its operation.
: The Institute shall primarily provide higher technological, professional, and vocational training consistent with the goals for local, regional, and national development.
: No student shall be denied admission by reason of sex, ethnic consideration, or religious belief or affiliation.
: The Institute shall be under the direct supervision of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports.
: The Institute shall be headed by a vocational school superintendent II.
: The superintendent can recommend appropriations, confirm degrees and certificates, recommend appointments and curricula, provide scholarships, and receive and administer gifts and donations for the benefit of the Institute.
: Yes, the faculty and personnel are absorbed by the Bicol Institute of Science and Technology.
: They are covered by the Civil Service Law, rules, and regulations.
: All assets, properties, obligations, funds, and appropriations are transferred to the Bicol Institute of Science and Technology.
: The Act took effect upon its approval on March 24, 1992.