QuestionsQuestions (Republic Act No. 10419)
The main purpose of Republic Act No. 10419 is to convert the Tawang to Ambiong Road in La Trinidad, Benguet into a national secondary road.
After conversion, the Tawang to Ambiong Road is under the jurisdiction and supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
The Department of Public Works and Highways is responsible for the improvement, repair, and maintenance of the Tawang to Ambiong Road.
The funding for the maintenance and improvement of the Tawang to Ambiong Road shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act as part of the Department of Public Works and Highways' program.
Republic Act No. 10419 took effect upon its approval on March 26, 2013.
The Act was approved by President Benigno S. Aquino III.
A national secondary road refers to a road maintained and supervised by the Department of Public Works and Highways that serves as a feeder or connector to national primary roads, enhancing regional accessibility.
Republic Act No. 10419 was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate of the Philippines.
No penalties for non-compliance are specified within Republic Act No. 10419.
Including the maintenance funds in the General Appropriations Act ensures that there is an allocated budget annually for the upkeep and improvement of the road, enabling sustainable management by the DPWH.