Exclusive Jurisdiction of the University of the Philippines in Los Baños
- Complete and exclusive control, administration, and jurisdiction over the Mt. Makiling forest reserve are vested solely in the University of the Philippines in Los Baños (UPLB).
- This provision centralizes governance of the forest reserve under UPLB, ensuring institution-led management aligned with educational and conservation goals.
Watershed Preservation and Power Development Coordination
- UPLB is mandated to preserve watershed areas within the forest reserve.
- These preserved watershed areas may be developed for hydro-geothermal power projects.
- Development efforts must be coordinated with the National Power Corporation (NPC).
- Any development must not endanger the forest reserve or compromise its role as an educational and research training laboratory.
Repeal of Inconsistent Laws and Regulations
- All existing laws, executive orders, rules, and regulations that conflict with the provisions of this Act are repealed.
- This ensures that the Act’s provisions take precedence, streamlining regulatory framework for the forest reserve's management.
Effectivity Clause
- The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
- This facilitates the prompt implementation of the provisions concerning the control and administration of the Mt. Makiling forest reserve.