Appropriation of Funds
- The necessary financial appropriations to implement the increase in bed capacity and the upgrade shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the fiscal year following the enactment of this law.
Effectivity of the Law
- The provisions of this Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
Legislative Process and Approval
- The law was originated in the House of Representatives.
- It was finally passed by the House of Representatives on February 28, 1991.
- It was passed by the Senate on February 3, 1992.
- The law was approved by the President of the Philippines on May 22, 1992.
Legal and Administrative Significance
- By increasing bed capacity, the hospital can accommodate more patients, enhancing healthcare access in Roxas, Palawan.
- The upgrade to a district hospital implies expansion of services, facilities, and administrative scope.
- Government funding is ensured through appropriation for necessary improvements and operations as mandated in the General Appropriations Act.
- This Act represents a formal enhancement of local health infrastructure under the legislative authority of the Philippines.