Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 9461)
The short title of Republic Act No. 9461 is the "Marcelino R. Veloso National Highway Act."
The main purpose of Republic Act No. 9461 is to name the circumferential road connecting the municipalities of Villaba, Tabango, San Isidro, Calubian, and Leyte-Leyte as the Marcelino R. Veloso National Highway.
The Marcelino R. Veloso National Highway connects the municipalities of Villaba, Tabango, San Isidro, Calubian, and Leyte-Leyte.
The highway is named after the late Majority Floor Leader Marcelino R. Veloso to honor him and in recognition of his services to his country and people.
Section 3 of Republic Act No. 9461 directs the proper government agencies to implement the Act.
Republic Act No. 9461 took effect upon its approval on May 15, 2007.
Republic Act No. 9461 was approved by then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on May 10, 2005, and by the Senate on February 19, 2007.
Republic Act No. 9461 does not specify any penalties or sanctions within its text.
The bill originated in the House of Representatives, was passed by the House on May 10, 2005, passed by the Senate on February 19, 2007, and was then approved by the President on May 15, 2007.