Technical Description and Geographic Coordinates
- The road's route is described through precise coordinates starting at 16°20'25.19" North Latitude and 120°26'7.43" East Longitude.
- The law enumerates detailed lines, bearings, and distances covering multiple points along the road stretch.
- The technical description ensures accurate identification for official and administrative purposes.
Responsibilities of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
- The Secretary of DPWH is mandated to include the road improvement, repair, and maintenance in the Department's official program.
- Funding for these activities must be allocated in the annual General Appropriations Act.
- This provision ensures that the road remains functional and up to national standards.
Effectivity Clause
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
- This allows sufficient notice to the public and relevant government offices.
Legislative and Executive Approval
- The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on January 27, 2020, and by the Senate on June 1, 2020.
- It was approved by the President of the Philippines on August 14, 2020.
- Official signatures by the Senate President, House Speaker, Secretary of the Senate, and Secretary General of the House accompany the Act.
Key Legal Concepts
- National Road: A road designated and funded by the national government, ensuring maintenance and development.
- Technical Description: Legal demarcation defining the precise location and extent of the national road.
- Appropriation of Funds: The legal allocation for road improvement activities through the General Appropriations Act.
- Administrative Jurisdiction: The transfer of road management to the national government, specifically DPWH.
This law primarily provides for administrative changes and infrastructure development through precise road designation and guaranteed funding by the national government.