Appropriation of Funds
- Funds necessary to implement the increase in bed capacity are to be allocated in the General Appropriations Act of the year following the enactment of this law and in subsequent years as required.
Effectivity of the Act
- The law will take effect immediately upon its approval by the President of the Philippines.
Legislative Approval and Enactment
- The law was enacted following approval by both Houses of Congress, with the House of Representatives passing the bill on August 1, 1991, and the Senate on February 3, 1992.
- The law was approved by the President on May 22, 1992, finalizing its effectivity.
Legal Significance
- This law legally mandates an increase in health care capacity by expanding the available beds at a key emergency hospital within Marinduque, reflecting governmental commitment to improving local health infrastructure.
- The inclusion of appropriations in the General Appropriations Act ensures the financial resources necessary to support this expansion are formally recognized and provided for through government budgeting processes.