Ownership of Public Utilities and Infrastructure
- All waterworks, electric light and power, and telephone systems operated by the former Municipality of General Santos shall be owned by the city.
- Revenues from these utilities shall accrue to the city's general fund.
- Ownership of all municipal and provincial roads, streets, bridges, docks, piers, wharves, machinery, equipment, and other public works improvements within the area formerly under the Municipality of General Santos shall transfer to the city.
- The city shall assume all funds, assets, and liabilities of the former municipality.
- The city government must be informed and its concurrence obtained on matters regarding public lands as determined necessary by the city council.
Regulation of Gambling Activities
- The establishment and operation of any form of gambling authorized under existing laws require prior concurrence of the city government.
- Relevant gambling laws include Presidential Decree Nos. 420, 1869, and Republic Act No. 1169, as amended.
Reporting Requirement
- All concerned government agencies must submit a comprehensive and detailed report of all public land dispositions in General Santos City to the city government within 60 days from the Act's effectivity.
Repeal and Supersession
- Provisions of this Act inconsistent with Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code), particularly paragraph (f), Section 534, are deemed repealed and superseded.
Penalties for Violations
- Violators of this Act shall face six months imprisonment in addition to administrative, civil, or criminal liabilities under existing laws.
- Government officials or personnel who violate this Act will also face perpetual disqualification from holding public office.
Severability Clause
- If any part of the Act is found invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.
Amendment of Conflicting Laws
- All laws, decrees, executive orders, proclamations, or administrative regulations inconsistent with this Act are amended, modified, superseded, or repealed accordingly.
Implementing Rules and Regulations
- The City Council of General Santos City, in coordination with relevant government agencies, shall promulgate necessary rules and regulations within 60 days from the Act's effectivity to ensure its effective implementation.
Effectivity
- The Act shall take effect 15 days after its publication in at least two newspapers of national circulation.