Rulemaking Authority for Implementation
- The Department of Health (DOH) is tasked with issuing the necessary rules and regulations to implement this conversion effectively.
- DOH is required to consult with concerned local government officials during the rulemaking process to ensure coordination and responsiveness to local needs.
Appropriations and Funding Provisions
- The funding needed to carry out the hospital's conversion is to be included in the General Appropriations Act (GAA) for the fiscal year following the enactment of the law.
- Subsequent maintenance and operational costs for the hospital will be funded according to the Local Government Code or other applicable laws in effect at that time.
Effectivity of the Law
- The law took effect immediately upon its approval.
- Notably, the law lapsed into effect on June 15, 1995, by virtue of the President’s inaction, as provided under Section 27(1), Article VI of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, which states that a bill becomes law if not signed or vetoed within 30 days from receipt.