Law Summary
Administrative Oversight and Rulemaking
- The Department of Health (DOH) is tasked with promulgating rules and regulations.
- DOH must coordinate with local government officials for effective implementation of the law.
Funding and Implementation
- The Provincial Government of South Cotabato is responsible for providing initial funding for the hospital establishment.
- The Secretary of Health must incorporate the hospital's implementation into the Department of Health programs.
- Funding for the hospital's operation will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Laws
- Any existing laws, decrees, orders, ordinances, rules, or regulations that conflict with this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.
Effectivity
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official Gazette or a national newspaper of general circulation.
Legislative Approval
- The Act was passed by the Senate and House of Representatives through Senate Bill No. 1586 and an amendment to House Bill No. 5881.
- It was approved by the President of the Philippines and duly signed into law on October 26, 2018.