Law Summary

Establishment of the Hospital

• Legal Provision: Section 1 establishes a ten-bed municipal hospital in Dimasalang, Masbate, known as the Moises Espinosa Memorial Municipal Hospital.
• Supervision: The hospital will be under the direct supervision of the Director of Medical Services of the Department of Health.

Funding and Appropriations

• Legal Provision: Section 2 outlines the financial provisions for the establishment and operation of the hospital.
  • Initial Funding: The necessary amount for initial setup will be allocated from the appropriations authorized under the Fiscal Year 1989 General Appropriations Act.
  • Subsequent Funding: Future operational and maintenance costs will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Pre-Construction Assurance

• Legal Provision: Section 3 mandates that before construction begins, the Secretary of Health must provide written assurance regarding the appointment of hospital personnel and the appropriation of funds for maintenance and operation.
• Key Requirements:
  • Written assurance must be issued prior to construction.
  • Assurance must confirm funding and personnel arrangements.

Effectivity

• Legal Provision: Section 4 states that the Act shall take effect upon its approval.
• Approval Date: The Act was approved on March 9, 1990.

Legislative History

• Passage: The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by both the House and the Senate on December 22, 1989.
• Approval Authorities: Signed by President Corazon C. Aquino, alongside Senate President Jovito R. Salonga and House Speaker Ramon V. Mitra.

Key Takeaways

• Establishment of a ten-bed municipal hospital in Dimasalang, Masbate.
• Hospital to be supervised by the Department of Health.
• Initial and ongoing funding mechanisms defined.
• Requirement for pre-construction assurances from the Secretary of Health.
• Act effective immediately upon presidential approval.