Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I
Quezon City, Metro Manila ;

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 7475

Introduced by Hon. ALAN 1 B. ECLEO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

None other than the 1987 Constitution recognizes the vital role of science and
technology for national development and progress. Moreover, the State encourages
the widest participation of local governments in the generation and utilization of
science and technology. In contemplation of the Department of Science and
Technology, Executive Order No. 128 mandates the said department to “provide
central direction, leadership and coordination of scientific and technological efforts and
ensure that the results therefrom are geared and utilized in areas of maximum
economic and social benefits for the people”.

Being geographically challenged as it is, the Province of Dinagat Islands is at a
disadvantaged end in terms of better innovation. It is undeniable that the province has
so much to offer especially when it comes to agriculture. However, due to the lack of
technological assistance to Dinagat's various agencies, these wide-array potentials
are in the verge of being wasted. This is what needs to be prevented in order to utilize
the inherent capability of Dinagat as a province.

In line with the preceding, this bill proposes the establishment of a Provincial
Science and Technology Center (PSTC) in the Province of Dinagat Islands. This will
certainly bolster the economy as it will address the technological requirements of the
agencies and will also aid the province to be more attuned to the changing needs of
time.

In the best interest of our citizens, the approval of this bill is earnestly sought.

CLEO
Representative, te District of Dinagat Islands


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
Second Regular Session

House Bill No. 7475

Introduced by Hon. ALAN 1 B, ECLEO

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROVINCIAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
CENTER IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAN JOSE, PROVINCE OF DINAGAT
ISLANDS, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

SECTION 1. Establishment of Provincial Science and Technology Center
in the Province of Dinagat Islands. - As mandated by Republic Act 6959, there shall
be established, under the direct supervision of the Department of Science and
Technology, a Provincial Center for Science and Technology in the Municipality of San
Jose, Province of Dinagat Islands, to be known as the DOST Provincial Science and
Technology Center of the Province of Dinagat Islands, which shall determine and
conduct technological research and development plans for the entire province.

SEC. 2. Transfer of Records and Assets. - The Secretary of the Department
of Science and Technology shall transfer the records, property, equipment, supplies,
and materials pertaining to the jurisdiction and administration of the said Provincial
Science and Technology Center in accordance with existing laws and regulations.

SEC. 3. Appropriations. - The Secretary of Science and Technology shall
include in the department's program the operationalization of the DOST Provincial
Science and Technology Center of the Province of Dinagat Islands, the initial funding
of which shall be charged against the current year’s appropriations of the Department
of Science and Technology, and thereafter, the succeeding funding shall be included
in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 4. Implementing Rules and Regulations. Within six (6) months
following the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of Science and Technology shall
promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of this
Act.


SEC. 5. Separability Clause. Should any part or provision of this Act be held
unconstitutional or invalid, the provisions which are not affected thereby shall continue
to be in full force and effect.

SEC. 6. Repealing Clause. Any other law, issuance or part thereof
inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SEC. 7. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,