Appropriations and Funding
- The Secretary of the Department of Education is mandated to include the operationalization of the Padada National High School in the Department's program immediately.
- Funding for the school’s operation shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act, ensuring a continuous budget allocation.
Implementation and Rulemaking Authority
- The Secretary of the Department of Education has the authority and responsibility to issue necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act.
- This includes guidelines for the establishment, administration, and proper functioning of the school.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act will take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in the Official Gazette.
- This procedural requirement ensures public notification and official enactment.
Legislative Approval and Enactment
- The Act was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on February 19, 2008, and January 26, 2009, respectively.
- It was approved by the President of the Philippines on March 24, 2009.
- The Act’s approval involved key government officials including the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, and secretaries of both chambers.