Original Appropriations Enumerated
- The Act lists seven specific items/projects from RA No. 1613 whose appropriated amounts are subject to reallocation, totaling ₱55,000:
- Social Welfare Administration Building construction aid: ₱10,000
- Dart Extension asphalt paving from Oregon to Sison Street: ₱7,000
- Public Improvements in 4th District: ₱5,000
- Asphalting of Enriquez Street, Malate: ₱11,000
- Asphalting of A. Flores Street, Ermita: ₱4,000
- Improvements on Estero de Sta. Clara, Del Pan Street: ₱10,000
- Dart Street improvement from Oregon to Looban: ₱8,000
Reallocation of Funds
- The reappropriated amount of ₱55,000 is divided into two new projects:
- Construction of Intramuros Health Center at Sta. Potenciana, corner of General Luna Street: ₱20,000
- Construction and asphalt paving of all streets in Fabie Estate, Paco, and Sta. Ana districts: ₱35,000
Legal Effectivity and Approval
- The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
- Notably, the legislation was enacted without the Executive approval as of June 18, 1961.
Key Legal Concepts
- Reappropriation entails reallocating previously earmarked public funds for new, specified projects.
- This mechanism allows for flexibility in public expenditure without the need for new appropriations.
- The detailed enumeration of original and new projects ensures transparency and accountability in government spending.