Title
Conversion of Sta. Maria Hospital to General Hospital
Law
Republic Act No. 3170
Decision Date
Jun 17, 1961
A Philippine law authorizes the conversion of a specific hospital into a general hospital, with funds allocated for the purpose and subsequent funding included in annual appropriations.

Law Summary

Appropriation of Funds

  • An initial appropriation of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos (₱150,000) is authorized to fund the conversion and operationalization of the hospital as a general hospital.
  • The source of the funds will be from the National Treasury, excluding funds already appropriated for other purposes.
  • This financial provision applies specifically to the fiscal year 1962.
  • Subsequent funding necessary for the operation and maintenance of the hospital shall be included in future annual General Appropriation Acts.

Effectivity of the Act

  • The Act becomes effective immediately upon its approval.
  • No additional conditions or procedural requirements are stipulated for effectivity.

Legal and Administrative Significance

  • The conversion implies an expansion of services and capability of the hospital from an emergency facility to a general hospital capable of providing a wider range of medical services.
  • The appropriation delineates clear government support and budgetary commitment for the improved health services in the Municipality of Sta. Maria.

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