Law Summary

SECTION 1: Establishment of San Rafael National High School

• Legal Principle: This section establishes the San Rafael National High School in Barangay San Rafael I, City of San Jose del Monte, Province of Bulacan, under the supervision of the Department of Education (DepEd).
• Key Definitions:
  • "National High School" refers to the educational institution being established.
• Important Requirements:
  • The school shall operate under the supervision of the Department of Education.

SECTION 2: Operationalization and Funding

• Legal Principle: The Secretary of Education is tasked with the immediate inclusion of the operationalization of the San Rafael National High School in the Department’s programs.
• Key Definitions:
  • "Operationalization" refers to the process of making the school functional and ready to serve students.
• Important Requirements:
  • Funding for the school’s operationalization shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act, ensuring necessary financial resources.
• Relevant Timeframes: Immediate action is required by the Secretary of Education to include the school in the Department’s program.

SECTION 3: Implementation Rules and Regulations

• Legal Principle: The Secretary of Education is responsible for formulating the rules and regulations necessary for implementing the provisions of this Act.
• Key Definitions:
  • "Rules and Regulations" refer to the guidelines that will govern the operation and administration of the newly established high school.
• Important Requirements:
  • The formulation of rules and regulations is a prerequisite for the effective implementation of this Act.

SECTION 4: Effectivity

• Legal Principle: This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • The fifteen-day period commences from the date of publication.

Approval and Legislative History

• Legal Principle: The Act was approved on April 12, 2019, after being passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• Important Requirements:
  • The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was approved by both chambers, indicating the legislative process undertaken.

Key Takeaways

• The San Rafael National High School is officially established and will function under the supervision of the Department of Education.
• Funding for the school will be integrated into the annual budget through the General Appropriations Act.
• The Secretary of Education must create rules for the implementation of this Act, which is effective 15 days post-publication.
• Legislative approval demonstrates a collaborative effort between the House and Senate in establishing this educational institution.