Law Summary
Implementing Authority and Responsibility
- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is mandated to issue the necessary rules, orders, and circulars to enforce and implement the provisions of this Act.
- The DPWH’s role includes ensuring proper identification, signage, and administration related to the newly designated road name.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
- This provision ensures the public is informed of the law’s enactment and the name change of the road in a timely manner.
Legislative Process and Approval
- The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by the House on June 9, 2014, and by the Senate on June 1, 2015.
- It was approved by the President of the Philippines on July 3, 2015, after which it became law.
Legal Formalities and Signatories
- The law includes the signatures of key government officials: the Senate President, Speaker of the House, Secretaries of both chambers, and the President of the Philippines.
- These endorsements confirm the legal authenticity and full legislative process compliance of the Act.