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Introduced by Senator CompaRera Pia S. Cayetano 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Malampaya Sound Protected Landscape and Seascape (MSPLAS) is 
located in the northwestern part of Palawan, covering eighteen (18) barangays in the 
Municipality of Taytay and four (4) barangays in the Municipality of San Vicente. Tha 
protected area is bounded in the north by the Municipality of El Nido, in the south by the 
municipalities of Roxas, San Vicente and Dumaran, in the west by the South China Sea, 
and in the east by barangays Pamantolon, Poblacion, Calauag in the Municipality of 
Taytay, and the proposed Lake Danao Protected Area. 
Malampaya Sound is considered not only one of the richest fishing grounds but 
also one of the largest undisturbed mangrove forest areas in the Philippines. It is home! 
to a variety of fish species, mollusks, shells and other aquatic animals. Some of them, 
like the sea cow (Dugong dugon), are considered endemic and threatened species. It is 
also the only knowh habitat of the lrrawaddy Dolphin (Orcaella brevirostris) in the 
country. The adjacent old-growth forests are important watersheds and serve as tha 
habitat of unique wildlife such as the Palawan Hornbill, the Bear Cat, the Peacock 
Peasant and other endemic bird species. 
The increasing number of people fishing, gathering and harvesting the natural 
resources of the sound as well as the highly modernized fishing technology being used 
have contributed to the drastic decline of the abundance and diversity of fish species 
and other marine resources in the sound. Forest clearings have also become a common 
sight in the area, making way for settlements and for various agricultural activities. 
This proposed legislation seeks to ensure the protection, conservation and 
preservation of Malampaya Sound for various reasons - it is important to Palawan's 
economy and the country's fishing industry; it is home to several endemic and 
endangered terrestrial and aquatic species; and it is endowed with a number of diverse 
habitats and ecosystems such as tropical lowland forests, old-growth mangrdves, coral 
reefs, seagrass beds and coastal beaches. 
In view of the foregoing, the early passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 


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OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session 
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Introduced by Senator Compafiera Pia S. Cayetano 
AN ACT 
TO ESTABLISH THE MALAMPAYA SOUND SITUATED IN THE MUNlClPALlTlE$ 
OF TAYTAY AND SAN VICENTE, PROVINCE OF PALAWAN, AS A PROTECTEb 
AREA PURSUANT TO REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7586 (NIPAS ACT OF 1992) 
PROVIDING FOR ITS MANAGEMENT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senafe and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled: 
ARTICLE I 
TITLE, POLICIES AND OBJECTIVES 
SECTION 1. Title. - This Act shall be known as the “Malampaya Protected 
Landscape and Seascape Act”. 
SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is the policy of the State to ensure the 
protection, preservation and rehabilitation of Malampaya Sound, the communitieS 
therein, their culture and way of life, insofar as they are in harmony with nature and do 
not alter the ecological systems and the magnitude of biological diversity of the area. As 
a habitat for endemic, endangered and unique flora and fauna species an b an ecoh 
tourism zone, the State shall undertake steps to preserve its integrity for future Filipino 
generations. It shall ensure the protection and conservation of biodiversity of 
Malampaya Sound through sustainable and participatory development, and advance 
and protect the interests of its legitimate inhabitants and honor customary laws ifi 
accordance with Republic Act No. 7586 (or the “National lntegrated Protected Area:; 
System Act of 1992’7, Republic Act No. 8371 (or the “indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 
19971, other pertinent laws, and applicable international conventions to which the 
Philippines is a signatory. 
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(a) “Biodiversity” shall refer to the variety and variability among all living 
organisms and the ecological complex in which they are found; 
(b) ‘Bioprospecfing” shall refer to the research, collection and utilization of 
biological and genetic resources for the purpose of applying the knowledge derived 
therefrom to make or modify products or processes and their derivatives for scientific, 
agricultural, industrial and other applications; 
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‘By-producf”shal1 refer to any part taken from wild species such as, but not 
limited to, hides, antlers, feathers, fur, teeth, claws, internal organs, eggs, guano, root, 
trunk, branches, leaves, stems, flowers, and any other item produced out of utilizing 
wildlife or any of its parts; 
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(d) “CITES” shall refer to the Convention on International Trade of Endangered 
Species of wild flora and fauna including all its appendices referring to the lists of 
species differentially regulated therein; 
(e) “Derivafives”shall refer to anything extracted from wild species such as, but 
not limited to, blood, oils, saliva, musk, resin, gum, seeds, spores, pollen and the like; 
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“Endangered species”shal1 refer to species or subspecies whose b opulation 
is in danger of extinction and whose survival is unlikely if the causal factors continue 
operating; 
(9) “Endemic species” shall refer to species or subspecies often within the 
geographical limits of the State which has limited distribution; 
(h) “Exofic species” shall refer to species or subspecies which is not naturally 
found within the biogeographic region of the MSPLAS; 
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‘Exploration” shall refer to searching or prospecting for mineral resources, 
as defined by law, by geological, geochemical or geophysical surveys, remote sensing, 
test pitting, trenching, drilling, shaft sinking, tunneling or any other means for the 
purpose of determining the existence, extent, quantity and quality thereof and the 
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Exploitation” shall refer to any mode of use, extraction, development, 
utilization or disposition of resources, for whatever purpose, whether commercial or 
otherwise; 
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“Habitat”shall refer to an area inhabited by wildlife in the natural state; 
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“Indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples” shall refer to 
indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples as defined in Republic Act No. 
8371 within the MSPLAS; 
(m) ‘Yndigenous species” shall refer to native Philippine species or subspecies 
with an existing or historical natural occurrence and distribution within the MSPLAS; 
(n) “Large-scale infrastructure projects” shall refer to major port facilities, major 
highways, tall edifices, major dams and the like; 
(0) Multiple-use zones” shall refer to areas where settlement, traditional or 
sustainable land use, including agriculture, agroforestry, extraction activitiesiand other 
income generating or livelihood activities, may be allowed to the extent prescribed in the 
Management Plan; 
(p) “Protected area”shal1 refer to identified portions of land and water set aside 
by reason of their unique physical and biological significance, managed to enhance 
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biological diversity and protected against destructive human exploitation. Unless 
otherwise provided, it shall refer to the MSPLAS; 
(9) “Protected landscape/seascape” shall refer to an area of national 
significance which is characterized by the harmonious interaction of man and land whih 
providing opportunities for public enjoyment through recreation and tourism within the 
normal lifestyle and economic activity of the area; 
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“Protected species” shall refer to any plant or animal declared protected 
under Philippine laws, rules and regulations. This shall also include plants and animals 
under CITES, the Bonn Convention on Migratory Species, species under the red-list 
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may not be considered threatened elsewhere but are in danger of extinction within the 
MSPLAS as determined by the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB); 
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“Quarryihg” shall refer to the process of extracting, removing and disposing 
quarry resources, as defined by law, found on or underneath the surface of private or 
public land; 
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‘Recreational zones” shall refer to areas of high recreational, tourism, 
educational or environmental awareness values where sustainable eco-tourism, 
recreational, conservation education or public awareness activities may be allowed as 
prescribed in the Management Plan; 
(u) “Secrefa~” shall refer to the Secretary of the Department of Eqvironment 
and Natural Resources; 
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“Special use zones” shall refer to areas containing existing installations of 
national significance such as telecommunication facilities, irrigation canals or electric 
power lines; 
(w) “Susfainab/e”shall refer to the use of components of biological diversity in a 
manner and at a rate that does not lead to the decline of the species used nor cause 
permanent or long-term diminishment or qualitative degradation of biological species, 
ecological functions or of other resources extracted or disturbed. It shall not pertain to 
the exploitation of non-renewable resources in commercial quantities which will 
significantly alter the ecosystem or contribute to the extinction of species; 
(x) “Strict protecfion zones” shall refer to areas with high biodiversity value 
which shall be closed to all human activity except for scientific studies; 
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Tenured migrants” shall refer to individuals and households within the 
MSPLAS who have actually and continuously occupied such areas on or before July 12, 
1995 and are substantially dependent therein for subsistence; 
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”Wi/d/ife”shall refer to wild forms and varieties of flora and fauna, including 
captive-bred or propagated individuals, parts, derivatives and by-products thereof; and 
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(aa) “Management zones” shall refer to the divisions within the MSPLAS into 
levels of protection and permitted use of natural resources, such as strict protection 
zone, sustainable use zone, restoration zone, habitat management zone, multiple-use 
zone, cultural zone, recreational zone and special use zone, as provided under existing 
rules and regulations. 
SEC. 4. Declaration and Scope. - Pursuant to and in accordance with Republic 
Act No. 7586, the Malampaya Sound situated in the municipalities of Tayta and San 
Vicente, Province of Palawan, is hereby declared and established as a protected area 
and part of the National Integrated Protected Area System under the category of 
Protected Landscape and Seascape as defined herein. It shall be referred to as the 
Malampaya Sound Protected Landscape and Seascape (or MSPLAS) and its 
boundaries shall be as follows: 
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containing an approximate area of two hundred thousand one hundred fifty-five 
(200,155) hectares, subject to actual ground survey. 
All existing land-use and resource-use permits within the MSPLAS shall be 
reviewed and shall not be renewed upod their expiration unless consistent with the 
Management Plan as provided herein and upon approval by the PAMB. Extractive 
resource use within the MSPLAS shall not be deemed to include sustainable extraction 
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SEC. 5. Management of the MSPLAS. - The management and administration 
of the MSPLAS shall be vested with the PAMB. The management of zones to be 
established within the MSPLAS shall be consultative and participatory. 
SEC. 6. Management Plan. - Within one (1) year from the effectivity of this Act, 
a Management Manual shall be prepared in accordance with the General Managemenl 
Planning Strategy as provided in Republic Act No. 7586. The Management b Ian shall 
serve as the basic long-term framework plan in the management of the MSPLAS and 
guide in the preparation of the annual operations plan and budget. The Management 
Manual shall be drafted with the assistance of experts in such fields as socioeconomic 
planning, ecology and protected area management, reviewed and endorsed by the 
PAMB, and approved by the Secretary. 
The Management Manual shall include the following: 
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Executive Summary 
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Biogeographic Setting 
(iii) Regional and Local Setting 
(iv) Topography, Geology and Soils 
(v) Climate 
(vi) Boundaries and Rationale for their Location 
(vii) Flora and Fauna, Habitats and Ecosystems 
(viii) Human Population and Current Land Use 
(ix) Legal Status and Regulations 
(x) Current Management Activities and Research 
(xi) Initial Environmental Examination Report 
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(iv) Management Constraints 
(v) Local Interests, Rights and Concerns 
(vi) Development Potential, including Tourism 
(vii) Changes Required in Legal Status 
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The Management Plan shall be consistent with the nature of the MSPLAS. It 
shall be reviewed and updated on a regular basis, at least once every three (3) years. 
However, in cases where significant physical development occur within the protected 
area or critical resolirces constraints prevent implementation of important programs or 
projects, the Plan or some components thereof may be revised or modified. Any 
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Local government units shall participate in the management of the MSPLAS through 
their representation in the PAMB. The provisions herein shall be incorporated into the 
barangay, municipal and provincial development plans of Palawan and the Regional 
Development Plan of Region IV as part of their environmental concerns in order to 
ensure that the future development of the province and the region is in accordance with 
this Act. Local government units shall likewise ensure that local ordinances pertaining to 
the environment are consistent with this Act and the Management Plan, as herein 
provided. 
SEC. 8. Zoning. - Zones shall be established within the MSPLAS giviqg primary 
consideration to the preservation and conservation of all life forms while according 
respect to the traditional areas used and recognized by the indigenous cultural 
communities or indigenous peoples. Zoning shall also take into account the tenurial and 
livelihood concerns of other communities and must ensure the efficient protection of 
habitats, fragile ecosystems and unique areas. 
All primary (old growth) forests within the MSPLAS, including portions which 
have been previously declared as alienable and disposable, shall be classified as strict 
protection zones and shall be free from all forms of logging or exploitation, whether 
commercial or otherwise. However, portions of primary forests may be classified as 
sustainable use zones. Strict protection zones shall also be established where 
necessary for the preservation of biodiversity including, but not limited to, the survival of 
rare and endangered species. 
The establishment and management of zones must involve the community 
concerned by undertaking such steps as dialogue, community-based management 
approach, land and resource-use mapping. 
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ARTICLE 111 
THE PROTECTED AREA MANAGEMENT BOARD 
SEC. 9. The Protected Area Management Board. - There is hereby created a 
Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) which shall be the sole policy-making and 
permit-granting body of the MSPLAS. 
In addition to the powers enumerated in Republic act No. 7586, the PAMB shall 
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(a) Promulgate rules and regulations to promote development programs and 
projects on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development consistent with the 
Management Manual of the MSPLAS; 
(b) Decide matters relating to planning, resource protection and general 
administration of the MSPLAS in accordance with the approved Management Plan; 
(c) Approve proposals, work plans, action plans, and guidelines for 
management of the MSPLAS in accordance with the approved Management Plan; 
(d) Delineate and demarcate MSPLAS boundaries and ancestral domains, and 
recognize the rights and privileges of indigenous cultural communities or indigenous 
peoples; 
(e) Ensure the implementation of projects and programs as prescribed in the 
Management Plan; 
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Control and regulate the construction, operation and maintenance of roads, 
trails, waterworks, sewerage, fire protection and sanitation systems and other public 
utilities within the MSPLAS; 
(9) Issue land and resource-use permits and all the necessary permits within 
the MSPLAS in accordance with the Management Plan and consistent with the nature 
of the MSPLAS; 
(h) Recommend criteria and set fees for the issuance of permits for the 
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permits taking into consideration ecological and sustainability factors based on the 
policies provided in Section 2 and 8 of this Act; 
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(k) Deputize, through the Protected Area Superintendent, individuals for the 
enforcement of the laws, rules and regulations governing conduct within the MSPLAS, 
and prescribe the necessary qualifications therefore; 
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Accept donations, approve broposals for funding, budget allocations and 
exercise accountability over all funds that may accrue to the MSPLAS; 
(m) Coordinate with the appropriate agencies of the government; and 
(n) Retain legal counsel to defend cases against the PAMB and the Office of 
the Protected Area Superintendent whenever they are sued in connection with the 
performance of their duties under this Act. 
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, through the Regional 
Executive Director, shall ensure that the PAMB acts within the scope of its powers and 
functions. In case of conflict between administrative orders issued by the Department of 
Environment and Natural Resources pursuant to Republic Act No. 7586 and resolutions 
issued by the PAMB, the Secretary shall decide whether to apply the rule or withdraw its 
application to the MSPLAS. 
SEC. 10. Composition. - The Board shall be composed of: 
(a) The Regional Executive Director (RED) of DENR-Region IV, as chairperson; 
(b) One (1) representative from the Palawan Council for SJstainable 
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(9) Three (3) representatives from the non-governmental organizations 
operating within the MSPLAS, chosen from among themselves as members; 
(h) Three (3) representatives from the people's organizations within the 
MSPLAS, chosen from among themselves, as members; 
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indigenous peoples residing within the MSPLAS as member; and 
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In the selection of peoples' and non-government organizations' representatives, 
preference shall be accorded to those organizations involved in the conservation and 
protection of the MSPLAS and engaged in the field of developmental work. The 
representation of peoples and non-government organizations shall be institutional and 
shall endeavor to achieve geographic balance. 
The Protected Area Superintendent as ex officio member. 
In addition to actual and necessary traveling and subsistence expenses incurred 
in the performance of their duties, PAMB members shall be entitled to honorarium and 
insurance coverage in attending PAME or other PAMB committee meetings. These 
expenses shall be included in the budget for the MSPLAS. 
SEC. 11. The Executive Committee. - There shall be an Executive Clommittee 
within the PAMB to which the PAMB may delegate some of its powers and functions. It 
shall be composed of: 
(a) The Regional Executive director as chairperson; 
(b) The representative from the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development 
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of barangays whose territory, in whole or in part, is within the boundaries of the 
MSPLAS, as member; 
(e) Either one (1) between the Provincial Planning and Development Officer or 
the Provincial Tourism Officer as designated by the Provincial Governor, as member; 
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One of the representatives from the peoples' organizations as member; 
(9) One of the representatives from the non-governmental organizations as 
member; 
(h) One representative ftom the indigenous cultural communities or indigenous 
peoples; and 
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The Protected Area Superintendent as ex officio member. 
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The PAMB may create other committees within the Board. 
The PAMB en banc shall hold meetings at least twice a year. However, the 
Executive Committee may meet on a regular basis to discuss day-to-day affairs and 
other matters delegated by the PAMB. 
SEC. 12. Terms of Office. - Except for government officials who shal serve ex 
officio, PAMB members shall serve for a term of five (5) years: Provided, That they 
remain connected with the sector they represent. Whenever a vacancy occurs during 
the term of a member who does not represent the government, a new member shall be 
chosen who shall serve only the remaining term. 
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(b) Commission of any of the prohibited acts a provided in this Act, Republic 
Act No. 7586 or other rules and regulations governing protected areas and protected 
species; 
(c) Graft and corruption; and 
(d) Conviction of any criminal offense. 
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The Protected Area Superintendent Office. - There shall be a 
Protected Area Superintendent (PASu) Office within the Department of Environment 
and Natural Resources to be headed by the Protected Area Superintendent who shall 
serve as Chief Operating DENR Officer of the entire MSPLAS. The Protected Area 
Superintendent and hislher staff shall reside within the protected area and establish 
off ice therein. 
The Protected Area Superintendent shall have full responsibility for the protection 
of land, water, wildlife and other resources within the MSPLAS. As such, he/she shall 
have the following duties and responsibilities in addition to those provided under 
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(b) Serve as Secretariat to the PAMB with the duty to provide the PAMB with all 
the information neckssary to make appropriate decisions for the implementation of this 
Act; 
(c) Hire and supervise the necessary personnel to support operations as the 
budget may allow; 
(d) Establish a productive partnership with local communities including groups 
supporting the achievement of the goals and objectives of this Act; 
(e) Develop and implement a MSPLAS information, education and visitor 
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ARTICLE IV 
ANCESTRAL LANDS AND DOMAINS AND TENURED MIGRANTS 
SEC. 15. Ancestral Lands and Domains. - The rights of indigenous cultural 
communities or indigenous peoples in the MSPLAS to their ancestral lands and 
domains shall be fully recognized. Their traditional property regimes exercised in 
accordance with their customary laws shall govern the relationship of all individuals 
within their communities with respect to all land and resources found within the 
ancestral lands and domains traditionally used by them. They may apply for Certificates 
of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) as provided for in Republic Act No. 8371. 
The provisions of this Act shall be construed liberally in favor of the ijdigenous 
cultural communities or indigenous peoples in accordance with the preservation and 
conservation objectives of the MSPLAS and its resources. 
Nothing herein shall be construed to impair or diminish prior and existing rights 
currently enjoyed by the indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples as 
provided for by existing laws. 
SEC. 16. Tenured Migrants. - Wnenever practicable, tenured migrants shall be 
provided tenurial rights over their current habitation sites. However, if these areas are 
subsequently identified as crucial for conservation, tenured migrants shall, after due 
consultation, be offered by the Department alternative sites within the appropriate zones 
with preference over non-tenured migrants. Provisions for their transfer shall be 
undertaken by the Department in coordination with PAMB and relevant government 
agencies using humanitarian considerations including payment of compensation, 
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The grant of tenurial rights must take into account the need to promote clustering 
and to avoid unnecessary displacement. In areas where tenurial instruments are 
granted, appropriate use zones shall be established for the purpose of maintaining non- 
commercial livelihood activities. 
Lands used as homelots or farmlots shall preferably be held by individual 
household. Lands currently used on a communal basis shall not be held individually. 
Tenurial instruments shall not be issued solely on the basis of tax declaration 
receipts. The PAMB shall consider the following as evidence in support of tenured 
migrant status: 
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(c) Certification from the Barangay Captain or any two (2) respected members 
of the nearest community attesting to occupancy; and 
(d) Other relevant data (e.g. previous census reports) that may be accepted by 
the PAMB. 
Existing land title instruments shall be reviewed by the Protected Area 
Superintendent and endorsed by the PAMB to the DENR Regional Office for validation 
or reversion. 
All persons who fail to qualify as tenured migrants including transient farmers 
shall be allowed to gather and collect whatever they have planted within five (5) years 
from the effectivity of this Act. Any transfer of non-tenured migrants from the MSPLAS 
shall be undertaken bsing humanitarian considerations. 
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surrender of rights, the Protected Area Superintendent shall take immediate steps to 
rehabilitate the area in order to return it to its natural state prior to the cultivation or other 
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of rights involving lands within the MSPLAS shall be restricted among tenured migrants 
or indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples, otherwise, it shall be null and 
void ab initio. 
Lease of lands to persons not otherwise qualified to hold lands within the 
MSPLAS may only take place in Multiple Use, Recreation and Special Use Zones: 
Provided, That the use thereof is consistent with Section 2 of this Act and in accordance 
with the Management Plan: Provided, furfber, That persons not otherwise prqhibited to 
hold lands within the MSPLAS may enter into joint venture agreements with the 
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ARTICLE V 
UTILIZATION OF RESOURCES AND FACILITIES 
SEC. 18. Utilization of Resources. - Except for protected species or whenever 
detrimental to the ecosystem, use of resources derived from the MSPLAS by tenured 
migrants and indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples for their domestic 
needs or for their subsistence shall be permitted. Livelihood activities requiring the use 
of these resources shall be allowed only when sustainable, consistent with the 
Management Plan, and after prior PAMB approval. Only non-timber forest products can 
be used for livelihood purposes. 
The PAMB is authorize to impose regulatory measures such as hunting 
moratoria, closed hunting seasons and other restrictions on the use of resources within 
the MSPLAS to ensure the sustainability of species and ecosystems: Provided, Thai 
these will not pose a threat to the food security of the indigenous cultural communities 
or indigenous peoples or tenured migrants directly dependent therein for their 
subsistence: Provided, furfber, That these restrictions shall be made upon due 
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Any exploration, exploitation or utilization of non-renewable resources within the 
MSPLAS for commercial purposes or by those who are not members of the indigenous 
cultural communities or indigenous peoples or tenured migrants shall not be allowed. 
Energy projects within the MSPLAS shall be allowed only through an act of 
Congress except energy from wind, sun, waves and water resources: Provided, That in 
all instances, the primary beneficiaries shall be residents of MSPLAS: Provided, further, 
That it shall undergo the Environmental Impact Assessment System as provided by law: 
Provided, finally, That the PAMB has endorsed the project. 
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prior PAMB approval, must be in accordance with the Management Plan and should 
undergo the Environmental Impact Assessment System. 
SEC. 19, Exisfing Facilities Within the MSPLAS. - Within ninety (90) days from 
the effectivity of this Act, all existing commercial facilities within the MSPLAS with a total 
capitalization in excess of Fifty thousand pesos (P50,OOO.OO) shall submit to the PAMB 
through the Protected Area Superintendent the following information: 
(a) Potential for disturbance of protected species and their habitat, reproductive 
cycle, nesting and feeding grounds and migratory paths: 
(b) Noise levels at all stages of operation; 
(c) Emissions and effluent at all stage of operation; 
(d) Energy requirements and sources of energy; and 
(e) Requirements of water supply and resources of water. 
Based on these submissions, the PAMB, with the assistance of the DENF!, shall 
determine whether the existence of such facilities and its future plans and operations 
will be detrimental to the MSPLAS. 
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The PAMB may prescribe other conditions for the operation of the facility to ensure that 
it does not contradict the management objectives of the MSPLAS. If any such 
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Four hundred fifty thousand pesos (P450,OOO.OO). Whenever necessary, t )1 e PAM6 
through the Protected Area Superintendent or other government entities shall cause the 
cessation and demolition of the facility at any time at the cost of its owners. 
Existing facilities allowed to remain within the MSPLAS shall be charged a fee by 
the PAMB, which shall not be more than two percent (2%) of the annual gross income 
of the facility. 
ARTICLE VI 
PROHIBITED ACTS AND PENALTIES 
SEC, 20. Prohibifed Acfs. - The following acts shall be prohibited within the 
MSPLAS without prejudice to the application of pertinent laws and regulations: 
(a) Hunting, collecting, catching, capturing, wounding, killing, destroying or 
possessing anywhere within the MSPLAS any protected species of plant or animal or 
their by-products or derivatives without prior PAM6 approval; 
(b) Hunting, collecting, catching, capturing, wounding, killing or destroying 
anywhere within the MSPLAS any other species of plant and animal or their by-products 
or derivatives the trade of which is regulated by the PAMB; 
(c) Bioprospecting without prior PAM6 approval; 
(d) The disturbance of protected species or their habitats, reproductive cycle, 
roosting and feeding grounds and migratory paths; 
(e) Unauthorized cutting, gathering, collecting or removal of timbet or other 
forest products: Provided, That any authorization issued shall only be valid for one (1) 
year at a time and given to (i) tenured migrants within sustainable, monitored and 
controlled quotas, and (ii) for scientific purposes necessary for protected area 
management in accordance with existing guidelines; 
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resources or engage in quarrying within the MSPLAS; 
(h) Destroying, excavating, vandalizing or in any manner damaging any natural 
formation on land or sea, burial or religious/spiritual rites, artifacts, objects belonging to 
indigenous cultural communities or indigenous peoples and other objects of natural and 
scenic value; 
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Unauthorized possession or use of chain saws or band saws; 
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Unauthorized construction or maintenance of any kind of road, edifice, 
facility or any infrastructure project within the MSPLAS; 
(m) Unauthorized occupation of any portion of land inside the MSPLAS. 
Clearing, construction of' residence or any introduction of improvements shall constitute 
prima facie evidence of occupation or settlement; 
(n) Alteration, removal, willful destruction of boundary marks or interpretative 
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MSPLAS; 
(p) Unauthorized fishing anywhere within the MSPLAS; 
(4) Fishing within the MSPLAS using spear and submerged underwater 
breathing apparatus, trawling equipment or gillnets of more than 100 meters in total 
length or any other equipment prohibited under Republic Act No. 8550 or the Fisheries 
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(s) Introduction, disposal, dumping or causing to be dumped in the MSPLAS 
any waste material, including but not limited to, non-biodegradable, toxic, nuclear, 
hazardous and other prohibited substances; and 
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hundred thousand pesos (P500,OOO.OO) and/or imprisonment of not less than one (1) 
year but not more thqm six (6) years shall be imposed. 
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fine of One million pesos (Pl,OOO,OOO.OO) in case the species involved is listed under 
CITES Appendix I, Seven hundred fifty thousand pesos (P750,OOO.OO) for the species 
listed under CITES Appendix 11, and Five hundred thousand pesos (P500,OOO 00) for all 
threatened species, in addition to the accessory penalties provided in the immediately 
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accessory penalties of eviction from the MSPLAS, payment of damages for 
rehabilitation and restoration, and the forfeiture of all equipment, devices, weapons or 
any other instrument or tool used in the bornmission of the offense. Any resource found 
in the possession of the offender shall also be forfeited. Pending the outcome of the 
case, any resource confiscated shall be immediately turned over to the PAMB for proper 
disposal and the proceeds thereof deposited in a trust fund. In no case shall any 
confiscated or rescued protected animal species be sold or in any manner disposed of 
but shall be immediately turned over to the Protected Area Superintendent Office for 
release in its natural habitat. Valuation of the damage to the MSPLAS shall take into 
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economic values and rehabilitation and restoration costs. Failure to comply with this 
provision shall constitute an offense under this sub-section. 
(d) A fine of not less than One hundred twenty thousand pesos (P120,000.00) 
but not more than Six hundred thousand pesos (P600,OOO.OO) andlor imprisonment of 
not less than one (1) year but not more than six (6) years shall be imposed upon forest 
rangers or deputized personnel of the PAMB who shall unjustifiably refuse or refrain 
from instituting prosecution or shall tolerate the commission of the above mentioned 
offenses. Conviction of this offense shall carry penalty of perpetual disqualification from 
public office. 
(e) A fine of not less than One hundred pesos (P100.00) but not more than One 
thousand pesos (PI ,OOO.OO), or community service form one (1) day to one (1) week, or 
both, shall be imposed on anyone who enters into the Strict Protection Zone of the 
MSPLAS without prior PAMB permit. 
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PROCEEDS, FEES AND APPROPRIATIONS 
SEC. 22. Integrated Protected Area Fund. - The Integrated Protected Area 
Fund (IPAF) is hereby established for the purpose of promoting the sustained financing 
the System. The fund may receive revenues generated within protected areas, donor 
support and other funds as provided by law, and disburse the same to finance projects 
of the National Integrated Protected Area System. 
IPAF income shall, among others, be derived from the following sources: 
(a) Fees or taxes derived from permitted collection of flora and fauna and other 
resources within the MSPLAS other than protected species as may be set by the DENR 
and the PAMB; 
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benefiting from resources originating from the MSPLAS; 
(d) Fines and fees, including protected area entry and visitor’s fees, as may be 
collected from the operation of the MSPLAS and set by the PAMB; 
(e) Donations, endowments, grants and other gratuitous sums received from 
legal sources for the purposes of the management and conservation of the MSPLAS: 
Provided, That lawful onerous conditions attached to the donations shall be respected: 
Provided, further, That these conditions shall be subject to review by the DENR 
Secretary; and 
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Current sources of revenue of the local government units shall be excluded from 
the IPAF. 
The PAMB shall have the power to disburse the IPAF. Twenty-five percent (25%) 
of the IPAF shall be for the use of the National Government for the support of the 
National integrated Protected Areas System: Provided, That twenty-five percent (25%) 
thereof, excluding item (e) above, shall be allocated to the local government units 
comprising the MSPLAS. 
SEC. 23. Appropriations. - There is hereby appropriated the amount of Twenty 
million pesos (P20,000,000.00) for the first five (5) years from the effectivity of this Act 
to be included in the annual appropriations of the Department of Environment and 
Natural Resources. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the implementation 
of this Act shall be sourced from the IPAF. It shall be included in the annual General 
Appropriations Act if not sufficient. 
ARTICLE Vlll 
TRANSITORY AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 
SEC. 24. Construction. - The provisions of this Act shall be construed liberally 
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Republic Act No. 7586 shall have suppletory effect in the implementation of this Act. 
SEC. 25. Transitory Provisions. - In order to ensure the sustainability and 
recovery of biodiversity and to develop sustainable livelihood opportunities for tenured 
migrants, the DENR shall henceforth cease to issue concessions, licenses, permits, 
clearances, compliance documents or any other instrument that allows exploitation of 
resources within the MSPLAS until the Management Plan shall have beer() put into 
effect. 
Pending the organization of a new PAMB in accordance with this Act, the 
incumbent PAMB members shall continue to hold office until a new PAMB has been 
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SEC. 27. Repealing Clause. - All laws, decrees, proclamations, executive 
orders, rules and regulations inconsistent with any provisions of this Act shall be 
deemed repealed or modified accordingly. 
SEC. 28. Effectivity Clause. - This Act: shall be translated in Filipino by the 
Department of Environment and Natural Resources within thirty (30) days from the date 
of approval hereof. It shall be published once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks in 
a newspaper of general circulation readily available in the areas in and around the 
MSPLAS. It shall likewise be conspicuously posted simultaneously in the provincial, 
municipal and barangay halls within the MSPLAS as well as in three other places 
frequented by the public. Fifteen (15) days after the last publication and posting, this Act 
shall have full force and effect. 
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Approved,