Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRHSENTATIVES
Quezon City
NINETEENTH CONGRES S
First Regular Session
HOusEBIin-NO.6370
Introduced by Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona
EXPLANATORY NOTE
One of the emerging tourist destinations in the Municipality of Corcuera,  Province
of Romblon, is the Colong-colong Beach. This beach is known for its powdery white sand,
crystal clear waters and its arc rock formation known as "Pasilagon."
Aside from the unique rock formation, the beach is a natural paradise, free from
congestion  and  over  development  found  in  the  more  popular  beach  destinations.
Furthermore, Colong-colong Beach exudes an atmosphere containing a perfect blend of
serenity and an exciting seascape which makes it ideal for tourists, whether one seeks the
solitary solace of nature, an adventurous outing, or simply a destination to celebrate life
with family and friends.
It is  believed that this beach has an enormous tourism potential  which if tapped
and developed properly, with due regard and care for its natural beauty, could be a source
ofrevenueforlocalbusinesses,createjobs,andimprovebasicservicesforthecommunity.
Thus, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.-
ELEANDR0 JESUS F. MADRONA
Representative, Lone District of Romblon


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE 0F REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
NINETEENTII CONGRES S
First Regular Session
`     '`.-        6370
HOUSE BILL NO.
Introduced by Rep. Eleandro Jesus F. Madrona
ANACT
DECLARING THE COLONG-COLONG BEACH LOCATED IN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF CORCUERA, PROVINCE OF ROMBLON, A TOURISM
DESTINATION
Be  it  e.n.ac.ted by  the  Senate  and House  Of Representatives  Of the  Philippines  in Congress
assembled:
1                    SECTION  1.  The  Colong-colong  Beach  located  in  the  Municipality  of Corcuera,
2      Province  of  Romblon,   is   hereby   declared  a  tourism  destination.   Pursunnt  thereto,   its
3       development shall be prioritized and supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT), subject
4      to the rules and regulations governing the development of tourism destinations.
5                    See. 2.  Within one (1) year after the approval of this Act, the municipal goverrment of
6      Corcuera shall,  in coordination with the DOT and concerned agencies  of the  government,
7      prepare  a  tourism  development  plan  that  shall  include  the  construction,  installation  and
8      malntenance of such appropriate infrastructure and facilities to enhance tourism in the area:
9      Proi;7.dec7,  That said development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the
10      natural beauty and resources of the area: ProvjcJed/"rffeer, That the implementation of the


1      tourism development plan shall be included in the budget of the municipal government of
2       C orcuera.
3                    Sec.  3.     The  DOT   shall  assist  the  municipal  government  of  Corcuera  in  the
4      implementation of the tourism development plan by providing technical assistance in toulsm
5       capacity building.  It shall also include the colong-colong Beach in its national and regional
6      promotion programs.
7                    See. 4. The funding for the implementation of this Act shall be included in the armunl
8      budget of the municipal  government ofcorcuera. The DOT may augment such allocation with
9       intemally-generated funds.
10                    See. 5.  Within sixty (60) days from the effectivity of this Act, the municipal government
11      of corcuera shall, in consultation with the DOT and concerned agencies of the government,
12       promulgate rules and regulations to implement this Act.
13                    See. 6. All laws, rules, regulations, presidential decrees and other issuances inconsistent
14      with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby deemed repealed or amended accordingly.
15                    Sec. 7. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the oj7j73cz.a/
16       Gc!zerfe or in a newspaper of general circulation.
17                    Approved,