Upgrade of Quezon City Sub-District Engineering Office

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Republic Act No. 8951: Upgrade of Quezon City Sub-District Engineering Office

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Upgrade of Quezon City Sub-District Engineering Office

Law: Republic Act No. 8951

Decision Date: Aug 31, 2000

Republic Act No. 8951 upgrades the Quezon City Sub-District Engineering Office to the Quezon City First Engineering District, enhancing its jurisdiction over infrastructure and public works in designated barangays while establishing a second district office for the remaining areas.

Law Summary

Jurisdiction of Engineering Districts

The Quezon City First Engineering District will have jurisdiction over infrastructure and public works in all barangays within the First and Second Congressional Districts of Quezon City.
The Quezon City Second Engineering District will have jurisdiction over all barangays within the Third and Fourth Congressional Districts of Quezon City.

Authority to Implement Rules and Regulations

The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is empowered to promulgate the necessary rules, regulations, and issuances.
This authority aims to ensure the effective implementation of the provisions of this Act.

Appropriations for Implementation

The funding necessary to implement the provisions of this Act shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following the Act’s approval.
Subsequent years’ appropriations shall include the continuing budget requirements.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval by the President.

Legislative Process and Approval

The bill originated in the House of Representatives.
It was finally passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on May 29, 2000, and May 15, 2000, respectively.
It was approved by the President of the Philippines on August 31, 2000.

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