Law Summary
Appropriations for the School's Operationalization
- The Secretary of Education is mandated to include the operationalization of the new high school in the Department of Education's programs immediately.
- Funding for the school’s operationalization must be allocated in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Implementation and Regulatory Authority
- The Secretary of Education is empowered to promulgate necessary rules and regulations to ensure the effective implementation of this Act.
- These rules and regulations shall facilitate the school’s establishment, administration, and overall functioning.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette.
- This provision ensures the law’s timely enforcement and public awareness.
Legislative Approval and Authentication
- The legislation was approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate on December 3, 2008, and April 22, 2009, respectively.
- The law was signed and approved by the President of the Philippines, formalizing its effectivity.