EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
Second Regular Session 
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SENATE 
S. No. S276
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Introduced by SENATOR CYNTHIA A. VILLAR
AN ACT
DECLARING A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF 
NAGA AND KABASALAN, IN THE PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, A 
PROTECTED AREA WITH THE CATEGORY OF PROTECTED LANDSCAPE 
UNDER THE NATIONAL INTEGRATED PROTECTED AREAS SYSTEM (NIPAS), 
TO BE REFERRED TO AS THE NAGA-KABASALAN PROTECTED LANDSCAPE, 
PROVIDING FOR ITS MANAGEMENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, it is a declared state policy that the 
State "1 shail protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful 
ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature." In iine with 
safeguarding a heaithful ecology, the Constitution likewise provides that Congress 
shail determine the national parks, which shall be conserved and may not be 
increased nor diminished, except by iaw.2
Pursuant to the said constitutionai provisions, the National Integrated 
Protected Areas System (NIPAS) was established by virtue of Repubiic Act (RA) No. 
7586, as amended by RA No. 11038, otherwise known as the "Expanded NIPAS Act 
of 2018". Cognizant of the exacting impact of diverse human activities on ali
1 Article II, Section 16, 1987 Philippine Constitution
2 Article XII, Sec. 3, 1987 Philippine Constitution


components of the natural environment, the NIPAS Act declared it the policy of the 
State "to secure for the Filipino people of present and future generations the 
perpetual existence of all native plants and animals through the establishment of a 
comprehensive system of integrated protected areas within the ciassification of 
nationai park as provided for in the Constitution." The system shail encompass 
ecologically rich, unique and biologically important areas that are habitats of 
threatened species of piants and animais, biogeographic zones and related 
ecosystems, whether terrestrial, wetland or marine, all of which shall be designated 
as 'protected areas'.3
Presentiy, there are already 107 protected areas in the Phiiippines that have 
been so declared through legislation. And yet, based on the records and various 
suitability assessments by the Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB) of the 
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), there are still numerous 
sites in the country that have to be given 'protected area' status, by legislative 
action, in order to ensure its conservation.
The Naga-Kabasalan Protected Landscape has a contiguous area of Five 
Thousand Five Hundred and Five 44/100 (5,505.44) hectares, more or less covering 
the Barangays of Sandayong, Tilubog and Tipan in the Municipality of Naga and 
Barangays Tampilisan and Diampak in the Municipality of Kabasalan, all within the 
Province of Zamboanga Sibugay. The entire area also covers two (2) watersheds, 
Tipan and Busyawan, with perenniai springs draining towards Bacalan River and 
ends to Sibugay Bay. Other attributes consist of cave and bioiogical resources, both 
beneath and surface areas, not to mention the cultural resource which has potential 
to be developed for ecological tourism. In a recent monitoring activity conducted by 
the Philippine Tropicai Forest Conservation Foundation (PTFCF) and Kapuiiungan sa 
Gagmay'ng Mangingisda sa Concepcion (KGMC), mangroves planted in Kabasalan in
2012 now measure 15 feet in height, with a diameter of 24 cm. Meanwhile, those 
planted in Naga in 2012 are now 8 ft. in height and mangroves planted in Siay in
2013 are now 2-4 ft. high. Mangrove species of pagatpat (Sonneratia alba), miapi
3 Sectton 2, RA No. 7586, as amended by RA 11038
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(Avicennia marina) and bakawan (Rhizophora spp.) were planted, matched with the 
conditions of the sites selected. With the growing expanse of mangroves came 
increased fish catch and reduced time for fishing. The mangroves are now 
supporting a rich array of marine and terrestrial life, which all the more paved for 
diversified means of livelihood for community members. The observed increase in 
income for many fisher folks have enabled them to send their children to school and 
buy motorized boats for livelihood. Also, mangroves have shielded communities in 
Kabasalan against strong winds and storm surges during typhoons.4
In the initial assessment conducted by DENR Region IX together with the 
concerned local government units of Zamboanga Sibugay in 2006, it was identified 
that the biological, physical, and cultural resources are at risk and may face severe 
damage and extinction in the near future if current economic destructive activities 
will be left unabated. Initial biodiversity survey also showed a declining population of 
cave dwelling bats due to over collection.
This bill therefore seeks to declare the Naga-Kabasalan Protected Landscape 
as a protected area under the category of protected landscape pursuant to Republic 
Act 7586, otherwise known as the "National Integrated Protected Areas System 
(NIPAS) Act of 1992." This will provide proper management, conservation, 
protection and utilization of natural resources within the protected area. As Naga- 
Kabasalan Protected Landscape functions both as watershed and habitat to endemic 
flora and fauna, its significance is vital to sustain life within Zamboanga Sibugay.
This is the Senate counterpart measure of HB 9326 principally authored by 
Hon. Ann K. Hofer, the Representative of the Second District of Zamboanga Sibugay.
In view of the foregoing, I recommend the approval of this measure.
CYNTHIA A. VILLAR
4 https://www.forestfoundation.ph/nnangroves-of-condura-runners-growing-steadily-in-2amboanga- 
sibugay/
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EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
Second Regular Session 
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S. No.
SENATE
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Introduced by SENATOR CYNTHIA A. VILLAR
AN ACT
DECLARING A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF 
NAGA AND KABASALAN, IN THE PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, A 
PROTECTED AREA WITH THE CATEGORY OF PROTECTED LANDSCAPE 
UNDER THE NATIONAL INTEGRATED PROTECTED AREAS SYSTEM (NIPAS), 
TO BE REFERRED TO AS THE NAGA-KAB AS ALAN PROTECTED LANDSCAPE, 
PROVIDING FOR ITS MANAGEMENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS 
THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shail be known as the "Naga-Kabasaian
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Protected Landscape Act".
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - Cognizant of the profound impact of human
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activities on ail components of the natural environment, it is hereby declared the
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policy of the State to secure for the Filipino people of present and future
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generations, the perpetual existence of all native plants and animals through the
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declaration of protected areas under the National Integrated Protected Areas System
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(NIPAS) within the classification of national park as provided for in the Constitution.
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In recognition of the richness of the biological resources, both flora and 
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and ecological importance, a parcel of land located in the Municipalities of Naga and
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Kabasalan, in the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and covering the Tipan and
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Busyawan Watersheds, is hereby deciared a protected area with the category of
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protected iandscape, and shail hereinafter be referred to as the Naga-Kabasalan
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Protected Landscape (NKPL). As such, the State shail ensure the conservation,
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protection, management and rehabilitation of the area. It is iikewise recognized that
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effective administration of this area is possible only through cooperation among
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nationai government, iocai government units (LGUs), concerned nongovernmentai
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organizations (NGOs), private entities and iocai communities. The use and
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enjoyment of this area must be consistent with the principies of biological diversity
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and sustainable development.
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Towards this end, the State shali ensure the full implementation of this Act,
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the mobilization of resources for the institutional mechanisms herein established,
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and the fuil scientific and technical support needed for the conservation of
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biodiversity and the integrity of the ecosystems, culture and indigenous practices.
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Sec. 3. Definition of Terms. - As used in this Act:
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Buffer zones refer to identified areas outside the boundaries of and
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immediateiy adjacent to designated protected areas that need special
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development control In order to avoid or minimize harm to the
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protected area;
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b) 
Conservation refers to any act or acts of preservation and sustainable
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utilization of wildlife or maintenance, restoration and enhancement of
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habitats;
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Indigenous Cuiturai Communities (ICCs)/Indigenous Peopies (IPs)
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refer to groups of people sharing common bonds of language,
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customs, traditions, and other distinctive cultural traits, and who have,
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since time immemorial occupied, possessed and utilized a territory;
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Nationai park refers to land of the public domain classified as such in
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Protected area refers to an identified portion of land and water set 
aside by reason of its unique physical and biological significance, 
managed to enhance biological diversity and protected against 
destructive human exploitation;
f) 
Protected landscape refers to an area where the interaction of people 
and nature over a period of time has produced an area of distinct 
character with significant ecological, biological, cultural and scenic 
value and where the safeguarding of the integrity of this interaction is 
vital to protecting and sustaining the area and its associated nature 
conservation and other values; and
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Tenured migranis refer to protected area occupants who have been 
actually, continuously and presently occupying a portion of the 
protected area for five (5) years before the proclamation or law 
establishing the same as a protected area, and are solely dependent 
therein for subsistence.
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Sec. 4. Classification as a National Park. - The NKPL is comprised of a parcel
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of land of the public domain located in the Municipalities of Naga and Kabasalan, in
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the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and covering the Tipan and Busyawan
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Watersheds. All lands of the public domain within the coverage and scope of the
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NKPL shall fall under the classification of national park as provided for in Article XII,
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Section 3 of the Constitution.
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Sec. 5. Scope and Coverage. - The boundaries of the NKPL are more
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particularly described as the area beginning at a point marked "1" on plan, which is
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N 22010'10" E, 4,975.084 meters from PRS92 "ZSI-34" with geographic coordinates
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of 07050'35.33894" Latitude and 122°43,4.49351" Longitude located at Barangay
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Sec. 6. Establishment of Buffer Zones. - The DENR Secretary, upon the 
recommendation of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) created under 
Section 7 of this Act, may designate areas surrounding the NKPL as buffer zones for 
the purpose of providing an extra layer of protection where restrictions may be 
applied: Provided, That, in cases where the designated buffer zone would cover 
private lands, the owners thereof shall be required to design their development with 
due consideration to the protected area management plan.
ARTICLE II
MANAGEMENT MECHANISMS
Sec. 7. Protected Area Management Board (PAMB). - Within ninety (90) days 
from the effectivity of this Act, a Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) shall be 
created to oversee the management of the NKPL. The PAMB shall be composed of 
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DENR Regional Executive Director for Region IX, as Chairperson;
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Governor of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay or a duly authorized 
representative;
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Senators of the Republic of the Philippines who are duly registered 
residents of Zamboanga Sibugay, or duly designated representatives, 
unless the Senators decline the membership in the PAMB;
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District Representatives of the Congressional Districts where the NKPL 
Is located, or their duly designated representatives, unless the District 
Representatives decline the membership in the PAMB;
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Mayors of the Municipalities of Naga and Kabasalan, in the Province of 
Zamboanga Sibugay or their duly authorized representatives;
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Chairpersons of the all the barangays with territorial jurisdiction over 
the NKPL;
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Regional Directors of the following government agencies, namely: the 
Department of Agriculture (DA), the National Economic and 
Development Authority (NEDA), the Department of Science and 
Technology (DOST), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the 
Department of National Defense (DND);
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Three (3) representatives from either NGOs or people's organizations 
(POs), based in the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, duly accredited 
both by the DENR and the provincial government. The NGO or PO 
represented should have been in existence for at least five (5) years 
and must have a record of accomplishments in the field of protected 
area management;
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At least one (1) but not more than three (3) representatives from all 
the ICCs/IPs present in the area and recognized by the National 
Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP);
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One (1) representative from an academic institution, preferably from a 
university or college in the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, with a
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k) One (1) representative from the private sector, preferably a resident of 
the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, who is distinguished in a 
profession or fieid of interest reievant to the protected area 
management.
The terms of office of members of the PAMB, as weil as the grounds for their 
removal shall be in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 7586, 
otherwise known as the "National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992", 
as amended by Republic Act No. 11038, otherwise known as the "Expanded National 
Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 2018".
Sec. 8. Functions of the PAMB. - The PAMB shall have the following powers 
and functions:
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Oversee the management of the protected area;
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Approve policies, plans and programs, proposals, agreements, and 
other related documents for the management of the protected areas;
c) 
Approve the management plan of the protected area and ensure its 
harmonization with and integration into the Ancestrai Domain 
Sustainable Development and Protection Plan, land use plan and other 
development plans, public or private, and their implementation;
d) 
Adopt a manual of operations to include rules of procedures in the 
conduct of business, and the creation of committees and their 
respective terms of reference;
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Recommend the deputation of appropriate agencies and individuals for 
the enforcement of the laws, rules and regulations governing the 
management of the protected area;
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Set fees and charges in accordance with existing guidelines;
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Issue ruies and reguiations for the resoiution of conflicts through 
appropriate and effective means;
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Recommend appropriate poiicy changes to the DENR and other
government authorities with respect to the management of the NKPL;
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Monitor and assess the performance of the Protected Area
Superintendent (PASu) and other protected area personnei and 
compiiance of partners with the terms and conditions of any 
undertaking, contract or agreement reiative to any project or activity 
within the NKPL;
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Recommend from among a shortiist of qualified candidates, the
designation or appointment of the PASu; and
i) Assess the effectiveness of the management of the protected area: 
Provided, That the members of the PAMB representing the LCDs and 
nationai agencies shaii inform their respective constituents, offices or 
sectors, of PAMB-approved or other reievant poiicies, ruies,
regulations, programs, and projects and shall ensure that the 
provisions of this Act and the rules and regulations issued to 
implement it are complied with and used as reference and framework 
in their respective plans, policies, programs, and projects. Failure to 
comply with the foregoing shall be the basis for disciplinary action 
against such member according to administrative rules and regulations 
and such penalties as the PAMB may provide: Provided, further, That 
the DENR, through the Regional Director, shall ensure that the PAMB 
acts within the scope of its powers and functions. In case of conflict 
between the resolutions issued by the PAMB and the existing
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Sec. 9. The Protected Area Management Office (PAMO). - There is hereby
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established a Protected Area Management Office (PAMO) to be headed by a
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Protected Area Superintendent (PASu) who shall supervise the day to day
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management, protection, and administration of the NKPL. The PASu shall hold a
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permanent plantllla position and shall be appointed by the DENR Secretary. A
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sufficient number of support staff with permanent plantilla positions shall likewise be
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appointed by the DENR Secretary to assist the PASu in the management of the
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protected area.
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The PASu shall be primarily accountable to the PAMB and the DENR for the
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management and operations of the NKPL. Pursuant thereto, the PASu shall have the
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• a) Prepare the management plan, in consultation with the stakeholders,
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including the annual work and financial plan and ensure its
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Ensure the integration of the protected area management plans,
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programs, projects, and policies with relevant national and LGUs' plans
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Provide secretariat services to the PAMB and its committees and
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ensure the availability of relevant and timely information for decision-
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Formulate and recommend to the PAMB proposed policies, rules,
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regulations, and programs;
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Establish, operate, and maintain a database management system
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Enforce the laws, rules and regulations relevant to the protected area,
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collaboration with other government agencies or organizations, and
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Monitor, evaluate, and report the implementation of management 
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Request for and receive any technical assistance, support or advice 
from any agency or instrumentality of the government as weil as 
academic institutions, NGOs, and the private sector, as may be 
necessary for the effective management, protection and administration 
of the protected area;
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Issue permits and clearances for activities that implement the 
management plan and other permitted activities in accordance with 
terms, conditions, and criteria estabiished by the PAMB: Provided, That 
ali permits for extraction of natural resources, including collection of 
wildlife, and its by-products or derivatives for research purposes, shall 
continue to be issued by relevant authorities, subject to prior clearance 
from the PAMB, through the PASu, in accordance with the specific acts 
to be covered;
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Collect and receive pertinent fees, charges, donations, and other 
income for the protected area: Provided, That such fees, charges, 
donations, and other income collected and received shall be reported 
regularly to the PAMB and the DENR in accordance with existing 
guidelines;
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Prepare and recommend to the PAMB, approval of the annual work 
and financial plans of the protected area based on the management 
plan; and
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PROCEEDS AND FEES
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Sec. 10. The Naga-Kabasalan Protected Landscape Fund. - There is hereby
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established a trust fund to be known as the Naga-Kabasalan Protected Landscape
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Fund for purposes of financing projects of the NKPL and the NIPAS. All income
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generated from the operation and management of wild flora and fauna in the NKPL
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shall accrue to the fund. The income shall be derived from fees from permitted sale
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and export of flora and fauna and other resources from the NKPL proceeds from
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lease of multiple-use areas, contributions from industries and facilities directly
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benefiting from the NKPL, and such other fees and income derived from the
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operation of the NKPL.
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The PAMB shall retain seventy-five percent (75%) of all revenues raised
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through the above means, which shall be deposited in the Protected Area-Retained
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Income Account (PA-RIA) in any authorized government depository bank within the
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locality: Provided, That disbursements out of such deposits shall be used solely for
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the protection, maintenance, administration, and management of the protected area
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and implementation of duly approved projects of the PAMB. The remaining twenty-
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five percent (25%) of revenues shall be deposited as a special account In the
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general fund in the National Treasury for purposes of financing the programs and
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projects of the NIPAS.
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The fund may be augmented by grants, donations, endowment from various
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sources, domestic or foreign: Provided, That the fund shall be deposited In full as a
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special account in the National Treasury and disbursements therefrom shall be made
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solely for the protection, maintenance, administration, and management of the
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NIPAS and duly approved projects endorsed by the PAMB in accordance with
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existing accounting, budgeting, and auditing rules and regulations: Provided,
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further. That the fund shall not be used to cover personal services expenditures.
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herein which they have traditionally collected, such as business permits, property
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Sec. 11. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DENR shall immediately
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include in the Department's Program the impiementation of this Act, the funding of
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which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
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Sec. 12. Suppietory Appiication of the NIPAS Law. - The provisions of
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Republic Act No. 7586, as amended by Republic Act No. 11038, shall have
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suppietory application to this Act.
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Sec. 13. Impiementing Ruies and Reguiations. - Within ninety (90) days from
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the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of the DENR shall, in consultation with the
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local governments of the Municipalities of Naga and Kabasalan, the provincial
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government of Zamboanga Sibugay, and concerned national government agencies,
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issue the corresponding rules and regulations for the effective implementation of
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this Act.
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Sec. 14. Separabiiity Ciause. - If any section or provision of this Act is held
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unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining sections or provisions with the provisions
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not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.
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Sec. 15. Repeating Ciause. - All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and
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regulations, issuance or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are
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hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 16. Effectivity Ciause. - This Act shali take effect fifteen (15) days after
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its publication in the Officiai Gazette or in a national newspaper of general
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circulation.
Approved,
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