Renaming Leyte State University to Visayas State University

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Republic Act No. 9437: Renaming Leyte State University to Visayas State University

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Renaming Leyte State University to Visayas State University

Law: Republic Act No. 9437

Decision Date: Apr 27, 2007

A Philippine Jurisprudence case explores the renaming of Leyte State University to Visayas State University through the amendment of Republic Act No. 9158, with the renaming taking effect after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation.

Law Summary

Amendment of Previous Law

All provisions in Republic Act No. 9158 that refer to Leyte State University shall be modified to reflect the new name, Visayas State University.

Effectivity Provision

The Act will take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation, ensuring its prompt implementation.

Legislative Approval and Authentication

The Act was passed by the House of Representatives on June 7, 2005, and by the Senate on May 29, 2007.
It bears the signatures of the Senate President and Speaker of the House of Representatives.
The Secretary of the Senate and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives authenticated the final version.
It was approved by the President of the Philippines, thereby enacting it into law.

Scope and Purpose

The sole purpose of the Act is to rename the educational institution for identity clarity and regional significance.
The law does not alter the functions, powers, or funding appropriations established under the previous Republic Act No. 9158, apart from the renaming.

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