Law Summary

SECTION 1: Establishment of Remedios I

• This section provides for the separation of specific sitios from the existing barrio of Remedios.
• Key Definitions:
  • Sitios: Smaller geographical divisions within a barrio.
  • Barrio: A local community or village in the Philippines.
• Important Details:
  • Sitios separated: Bundok, Pantay, and Labak.
  • These sitios will form a new independent barrio known as Remedios I.

SECTION 2: Establishment of Remedios II

• This section outlines the creation of another new barrio from the remaining sitios of Remedios.
• Key Definitions:
  • Mabanga River: Serves as the boundary between the two new barrios.
• Important Details:
  • Remaining sitios: Aluyanin, Bagacay, and Bulakan.
  • These will constitute the new barrio named Remedios II.

SECTION 3: Effectivity of the Act

• This section addresses the enactment of the law.
• Important Details:
  • The Act shall take effect upon its approval.
  • Approval date: June 19, 1960.
  • Notably, the Act was enacted without Executive approval.

Key Takeaways

• Republic Act No. 2913 establishes two new barrios (Remedios I and Remedios II) in Mauban, Quezon, by separating specific sitios from the original barrio of Remedios.
• The law is effective immediately upon approval, and it clarifies the geographical boundaries of the newly formed barrios.
• This Act reflects the legislative process in the Philippines where local governance structures can be adjusted through congressional enactment.