Reason for Renaming
- The road is renamed to honor Gemeliano "Mel" C. Lopez, Jr.
- Recognition is given for Mel Lopez's accomplishments as a sportsman, public servant, and socio-civic leader.
- His notable contributions particularly benefited the people of the City of Manila.
Implementation Procedures
- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is mandated to issue the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to implement the renaming.
- The DPWH must complete this task within sixty (60) days from the law's effectivity.
Effectivity Clause
- The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
- Publication can be made in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Legislative and Executive Approvals
- The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on March 21, 2018, and by the Senate on February 4, 2019.
- The law was approved by the President of the Philippines on April 12, 2019.
Legal Formalities
- The document contains official signatures of the key legislative and executive officials including the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Secretary of the Senate, Acting Secretary General of the House, and the President of the Philippines.