Law Summary
Authority to Implement Rules and Regulations
- The Secretary of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) is tasked to promulgate the necessary rules and regulations.
- These rules and regulations are for the effective implementation of the conversion and operation of the Pinili National High School.
Funding and Appropriations
- Financial requirements for implementing the provisions of this Act will be provided through the General Appropriations Act.
- Such funding shall be included starting the fiscal year following the enactment of this law and for subsequent years.
Effectivity of the Law
- The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
Legislative Process and Approval
- Originated from the House of Representatives.
- Passed by the House of Representatives on August 5, 1997, and by the Senate on December 11, 1997.
- Lapsed into law on June 25, 1998, due to the President's inaction within the constitutional period, in accordance with Article VI, Section 27(1) of the 1987 Constitution.
Important Legal Concepts
- Conversion from barangay to national high school status implicates changes in administration, funding, and educational governance under national jurisdiction.
- The role of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports as the regulatory authority ensures adherence to national education standards and policies.
- Appropriations aligned with the General Appropriations Act secure the sustainability of the school's operation under national administration.