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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE)
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES —_)
First Regular Session )

* 2070

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative JAIME EDUARDO MARC D. COJUANGCO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

This bill seeks to declare the Anzap Twin Falls in the Municipality of Mayantoc,
Province of Tarlac as an eco-tourism site.

Showcasing an amazing 200 feet waterfalls and the area being surrounded by
lush greenery, the Anzap Twin Falls is hailed as one of the most visited tourist
destinations in the province of Tarlac. It is located in Baranggay Bil
Visitors can enjoy the breath taking scenery and enjoy outdoor activities, such as
trekking, river crossing, overnight camping, and other activities in the forested area that
covers the twin falls.

For the following reasons, this representation believes that Anzap Falls can
become an international tourist destination. Thus, its development as an eco-tourism
site will not only enhance its aesthetic value but it shall also incur economic benefits for
the municipality and its people.

In this regard, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

JAIME EDUARDO MARC D. COJUANGCO

Representative
1” District of Tarlac


NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE)
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES )
First Regular Session )

“2070

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Representative JAIME EDUARDO MARC D. COJUANGCO,

AN ACT
DECLARING ANZAP TWIN FALLS IN BARANGGAY BIBIGA, MUNICIPALITY
OF MAYANTOC, PROVINCE OF TARLAC AS AN ECOTOURISM SITE AND.
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as “Anzap Twin Falls
Ecotourism Act”

Section 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the State to
promote a tourism industry that is ecologically stable, responsible, participative,
culturally sensitive, economically viable and equitably beneficial to local communities.

Section 3. The Anzap Twin Falls in Baranggay Bibiga, Municipality of Mayantoc,
Province of Tarlac is hereby declared an ecotourism site. Its development shall be
prioritized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and shall be subject to the rules and
regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites.

‘The DOT shall prepare and incorporate the development plan for Anzap Twin
Falls in the overall National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), pursuant to Republic
Act No. 9593, otherwise known as “The Tourism Act of 2009”. The plan shall be
implemented jointly with the municipality of Mayantoc, the local Protected Area
Management Board (PAMB), and the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone
Authority (TIEZA).

The DOT, in coordination with the Municipality of Mayantoc, the PAMB, the
TIEZA and other concerned agencies and intstrumentalites of the government, shall
identify well defined geographic areas within Anzap Twin Falls ecotourism site and
coordinate the integrated development of the areas for the optimum utilization of
naural assets and attractions, as well as existing infrastructures and facilities; Provided,
that the development shall ensure the preservation of the scenery and_ historic
significance of the identified tourist attractions.

Section 4. Implementation, - Within sixty (60) days after the effectivity of this Act,
the Secretary of Tourism, in consultation with the municipality of Mayantoc, the PAMB,
the TIEZA and other tourism stakeholders, shall promulgate the necessary rules and
regulations for the proper implementation of this Act.


Section 5. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Tourism shall include in the
Department's program the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be
included in the General Appropriations Act and internally generated funds of the DOT.

Section 6. Repealing Clause. - All laws, executive orders, presidential decrees,
rules and regulations and other issuances contrary or inconsistent with this Act shall be

deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 7. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,