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SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS v

First Regular Session REGISTRATION GNI «7s
BILLS AND INDEX SERVICE

House Bill No._ 1065

Introduced by HONORABLE SCOTT DAVIES S. LANETE, M.D.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Under the Regalian doctrine which is embodied in Section 2, Article XII of the 1987
Constitution, all lands of the public domain belong to the State, which is the source of any
asserted right to ownership of land, As an incident of ownership over public lands, it is also
the prime duty of the State therefore to promote and develop these in order for them to reach
their full use and potential

Being an archipelago, the Philippines is gifted with an abundance of beaches with
incomparable beauty. Because of this and the persistent efforts of the State, the country has
gained acknowledgement as a major tourist destination in the world. Throughout the century,
beach attractions such as Boracay Beach in Aklan, El Nido in Palawan, Puerto Galera in
Mindoro etc., have become and continue to be an attraction.

However, these are not the only places to explore in the Philippines. The plethora of
wonderful beaches in the country remains undiscovered and untapped. One of which is the
Manok Manok Island located in the easily accessible municipality of Esperanza, Province of
Masbate. Situated less than four hours away from the main city of Masbate. Manok Manok
Island offers a breathtaking experience with its extensive shorelines filled with fine white
sand. Manok Manok Island presents as an alternative to the prominent beaches of the country.

‘This bill seeks to jumpstart the development and promotion of the wonder hidden in
Manok Manok Island by declaring it as a tourism spot. Through this. the recognition of
Manok Manok Island shall be fast-tracked and the progress of the surrounding community
shall also be benefited. In view of the State policy to promote and

aximize tourism as a
means for economic development, early approval of this bill is earnestly sought

SCOTT DAVIES S. LANETE, M.D
epresentative
Third District, Province of Masbate


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

SEVENTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bilt No,_2065

Introduced by HONORABLE SCOTT DAVIES

AN ACT.
DECLARING MANOK MANOK ISLAND IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
ESPERANZA, PROVINCE OF MASBATE, 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, It is hereby declared the policy of the State to promote a sustainable and
effective ecotourism industry to attract tourists, both local and foreign. Towards this end, the
country shall rationalize all efforts pertaining to environmental protection and making the
tourism industry a major source of livelihood and an avenue for the generation of
employment. Aggressive measures shall be taken to restore the country's share in the Asian
tourist market which shall be consistent with the preservation of the existing ecosystem and
natural environment.

SECTION 2. Manok Manok Island in the Municipality of Esperanza, Province of
Masbate, is hereby declared an ecotourism site

SECTION 3. There shall be created an ecotourism board, 10 be known as the Manok
Manok Ecotourism Governing Board within one (1) year from the approval of this Act.

‘The Governing Board shall be composed of the following

(a) The Representative of the Third District of Masbate, as Chairperson

(b) The Secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT) or a duly authorized
representative;

(©) The Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) or a
duly authorized representative;

(d) A member of a non-government organization whose advocacy is environmental
preservation;

() A member of the academe;

(1) A representative from the business sector, and

(g) The Mayor of the Municipality of Esperanza,


The Goveming Board shall prepare the rules and regulations necessary for the
implementation by the local government unit of Esperanza of the provisions of this Act and
shall. whenever necessary, amend, modify or revise such rules and regulations to meet
existing needs

SECTION 4. The provincial government of Masbate shall provide a Secretariat for
the Governing Board, including the necessary expenses for the performance of its official
functions and activities

SECTION 5. The DOT and the DENR shall develop, within four (4) months from the
approval of this Act, a master plan to be approved by the President of the Republic of the
Philippines upon the recommendation of the Governing Board

SECTION 6. The Secretary of the DOT shall include in the Department's program
the implementation of this Act, the funding of which shall be included in the annual General
Appropriations Act and internally generated funds of the DOT.

SECTION 7. If, for any reason, any part or provision of this Act is declared invalid
oF unconstitutional, the remaining part or provision not affected thereby shall remain in full
force and effect

SECTION 8. All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations
and other issuances or parts thereof contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act
are hereby repealed or modified accordingly

SECTION 9. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days afier its publication in the
Oficial Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,