Law Summary
Responsibilities of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
- The Secretary of DPWH is tasked to include the Malalao road in their infrastructure program.
- DPWH is responsible for the improvement, maintenance, and repair of the road.
- Funding for the road’s upkeep shall be allocated in the annual General Appropriations Act, ensuring government support and resources.
Effectivity of the Law
- The provisions of this Act take effect immediately upon approval.
- The law was passed by both Houses of Congress and lapsed into law without the President's signature as per the Constitution (Article VI, Section 27[1]).