Role and Authority of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports
- The Secretary of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) is tasked with issuing the necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act.
- This includes managing the operational and administrative guidelines for the new high school.
Appropriation of Funds
- The funds necessary to implement the Act shall be allocated through the General Appropriations Act.
- These appropriations will begin in the fiscal year following the law’s enactment and continue as needed thereafter.
Effectivity of the Law
- The law takes effect immediately upon its approval.
- This ensures the prompt establishment and operationalization of the Gabaldon Vocational Agriculture High School.
Summary of Legislative Process and Approval
- The Act was originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by the House on June 3, 1999.
- It was subsequently passed by the Senate on May 22, 2000.
- The law was approved by the President of the Philippines on August 22, 2000, thus becoming effective.