Title
Increase Roxas Memorial Hospital beds to 150
Law
Republic Act No. 7534
Decision Date
May 22, 1992
Republic Act No. 7534 increases the bed capacity of the Integrated Provincial Health Office-Roxas Memorial General Hospital in order to address the growing healthcare needs of the community, with supervision by the Department of Health and funding provided through the General Appropriations Act.
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Funding and Appropriations

  • Necessary funds to implement the increase in bed capacity shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the fiscal year succeeding the law's enactment.
  • Such appropriations are expected to continue in subsequent years to ensure sustained support.

Effectivity

  • The provisions of this Act take effect immediately upon approval by the President of the Philippines.

Legislative Process and Approval

  • The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on October 17, 1991, and by the Senate on February 3, 1992.
  • It was duly approved and signed into law by President Corazon C. Aquino on May 22, 1992.

Legal and Administrative Implications

  • The expansion of bed capacity directly enhances healthcare delivery capacity in Roxas City and the Province of Capiz.
  • The Department of Health’s continued supervision ensures compliance with national health standards and policies.
  • Appropriation through the General Appropriations Act underscores government commitment to improving public health infrastructure.

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