Appropriation and Funding
- The funds necessary for the hospital expansion are to be charged against the lump-sum appropriations allocated under the current General Appropriations Act.
- Following the initial expansion, the operational and maintenance expenses of the hospital are to be included in the annual General Appropriations Act to ensure continued funding.
Effectivity Clause
- The law shall take effect immediately upon its approval by the President of the Philippines.
Legislative Authority and Approval
- The Act was passed by both Houses of Congress, with the House of Representatives passing it on January 23, 1991, and the Senate on December 3, 1991.
- The President of the Philippines approved the Act on March 19, 1992.
Key Legal Concept
- This Act is specialized legislation focusing on increasing healthcare capacity at the district level in Leyte through infrastructure expansion and sustained financial allocation.
- It reflects the government's commitment to improving public health facilities and services in specific localities.