Law Summary

SECTION 1: Establishment of the School

• Legal Principle: The Act mandates the establishment of a national school of arts and trades in Balanga, Bataan, to be known as the Bataan National School of Arts and Trades.
• Key Definitions:
  • National School of Arts and Trades: An educational institution of the Philippine School of Arts and Trades type.
• Requirements/Procedures:
  • The Director of Public Schools is authorized to establish the school.
  • The Secretary of Education is empowered to organize the school and issue necessary rules and regulations for its operation.
• Courses Offered:
  • The school shall offer courses at the junior college and secondary levels.

SECTION 2: Appropriation of Funds

• Legal Principle: This section authorizes the appropriation of funds necessary for the school's operation and maintenance.
• Key Definitions:
  • Appropriation: Allocation of funds from the National Treasury for specific purposes.
• Requirements/Procedures:
  • An allocation of one hundred thousand pesos is authorized for the first school year, intended for operation, maintenance, and necessary equipment purchases.
  • Future appropriations for subsequent years shall be included in the annual General Appropriation Acts.
• Timeframes:
  • The funds will be available after the approval of this Act.

SECTION 3: Effectivity of the Act

• Legal Principle: This section specifies the effective date of the Act.
• Key Definitions:
  • Effectivity: The point in time when the Act becomes enforceable.
• Requirements/Procedures:
  • The Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval on June 20, 1953.

Key Takeaways

• The Bataan National School of Arts and Trades is established to enhance technical education in Balanga, Bataan.
• Initial funding of one hundred thousand pesos is allocated to support the school’s start-up operations.
• The Act is effective immediately following its approval, facilitating the swift commencement of educational services.