Title
Supreme Court
Hinulugan Taktak Recreation Area into National Park
Law
Republic Act No. 37
Decision Date
Oct 1, 1946
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Law Summary

Administrative Authority and Coordination

  • The administration and management of the Hinulugan Taktak National Park is assigned to the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau.
  • This bureau operates under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
  • The DENR shall coordinate with the Department of Tourism to promote and manage the park.
  • The provincial government of Rizal is also involved in the cooperative administration and oversight of the park.

Appropriation of Funds

  • Funding necessary for the conversion, operation, and maintenance of Hinulugan Taktak National Park is authorized.
  • Such funds are to be appropriated in the General Appropriations Act starting from the year following the law's enactment and for subsequent years.

Effectivity of the Law

  • The Act shall take effect immediately upon its approval.
  • The law was enacted following proper legislative procedures, with its approval signed by the President of the Philippines.

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