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Republic Act
Approved November 08, 2024

Republic Act No. 12070

An act establishing in the city of victorias, province of negros occidental, a general hospital to be known as the victorias city general hospital, and appropriating funds therefor

An Act Establishing in the City of Victorias, Province of Negros Occidental, a General Hospital to be Known as the Victorias City General Hospital, and Appropriating Funds Therefor

In plain language

This law establishes the Victorias City General Hospital, designating it as under the direct control and supervision of the City Government of Victorias, and appropriates funds for its construction and operation. It outlines management responsibilities, funding mechanisms, and effectivity provisions.

  • Establishment of the Victorias City General Hospital
  • Management by the City Government of Victorias
  • Funding through city contributions and Department of Health subsidy
  • Severability clause ensuring remaining provisions remain effective
  • Repeal or modification of inconsistent laws, orders, and regulations
  • Effectivity after publication
Healthcare
Hospital
Public Health
Local Government

[ REPUBLIC ACT NO. 12070, November 08, 2024 ]

AN ACT ESTABLISHING IN THE CITY OF VICTORIAS, PROVINCE OF NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, A GENERAL HOSPITAL TO BE KNOWN AS THE VICTORIAS CITY GENERAL HOSPITAL, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled:

Section 1

There shall be established in the City of Victorias, Province of Negros Occidental, a general hospital to be known as the Victorias City General Hospital, which shall be under the direct control and supervision of the City Government of Victorias.

Section 2

The City Government of Victorias shall manage the Victorias City General Hospital, and prepare, in consultation with the Department of Health, a hospital development plan that is aligned with the Philippine Health Facility Development Plan. Any future increase in bed capacity, healthcare facilities, service capability, and human resource complement shall be based on the hospital development plan.

Section 3

The City Government of Victorias shall provide the necessary funds for the establishment of the Victorias City General Hospital. The Secretary of Health shall include in the Department's subsidy program, support for the capital outlay requirements of the Victorias City General Hospital.

Section 4

If any provision or part of this Act is declared unconstitutional, the remaining parts or provisions not affected shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 5

All laws, executive orders, issuances and rules and regulations inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 6

This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its publication in the Official Gazette or in a national newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,

| (Sgd.) FRANCIS "CHIZ" G. ESCUDERO President of the Senate | (Sgd.) FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ Speaker of the House of Representatives |

This Act, which originated in the House of Representatives, was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate of the Philippines on August 9, 2023 and August 19, 2024, respectively.

| (Sgd.) RENATO N. BANTUG, JR. Secretary of the Senate | (Sgd.) REGINALD S. VELASCO Secretary General House of Representatives |

Approved: NOV 08 2024

(Sgd.) FERDINAND ROMUALDEZ MARCOS JR. President of the Philippines

For information and research only, and not legal advice. This text may not reflect later amendments. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.