Title
Renaming Sta. Maria Gen. Hospital in Bulacan
Law
Republic Act No. 7402
Decision Date
Apr 14, 1992
Republic Act No. 7402, approved on April 14, 1992, changes the name of Sta. Maria General Hospital to Rogaciano M. Mercado Memorial General Hospital, with immediate effect, impacting the hospital's identity, recognition, and potential administrative and legal matters.

Law Summary

Scope and Application

  • This name change applies solely to the hospital in the said municipality and province.
  • The law does not alter any other function, operation, or governance of the hospital aside from its name.

Effectivity

  • The act shall become effective immediately upon its approval by the President of the Philippines.

Legislative Approval and Promulgation

  • The law was approved by the Senate and the House of Representatives on October 14, 1991, and February 3, 1992, respectively.
  • It was officially signed into law and approved by the President on April 14, 1992.

Preservation of Institutional Identity

  • The statute specifically emphasizes only the renaming; it does not modify services, programs, or the administrative structure of the hospital.
  • The hospital will continue its general health services under its newly designated name.

Legal Authority

  • This act is enacted by the Congress of the Philippines, through the concurrent approval of both houses, in accordance with legislative procedures.
  • The approval of the President signifies the final legal requirement for the name change to take full effect.

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