Republic of the Philippines

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Quezon City, Metro Manila

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EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 6754

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO ‘TONYPET’ T. ALBANO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

‘The Constitution provides that the State shall protect and advance the right
of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and
harmony of nature (Section 16, Article II)

‘This bill seeks to declare Fuyot Springs National Park in Barangay Sta.
Victoria, City of Hagan, Province of Isabela as ecotourism site.

Fuyot Springs National Park was declared as national park for the benefit
and enjoyment of the people of the Philippines by virtue of Presidential
Proclamation No. 327, s. 1938 under the administration of President Manuel L.
Quezon. Fuyot Springs National Park contains an area of approximately 819
hectares. It is located six (6) kilometers north of the City of Ilagan.

One of the attractions in the park is the Sta. Victoria Caves which has more
than twelve (12) caves which are open to the public for spelunking. It has lattices,
stalactites and stalagmites. Also found in the park is the Pinzal Falls which can be
reached by trekking a pathway of rocks and waterholes. These attractions in the
Fuyot Springs Natural Park is perfect for travelers who seck adventure.

‘The declaration of Fuyot Springs National Park as an ecotourism site will
enhance tourism development and promotion program. It will also ensure the
protection and preservation of biological diversity. Its development as an
ecotourism site will provide economic benefits as it will generate income
opportunities for the local people.

In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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

EIGHTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL No. 5754

Introduced by Representative ANTONIO ‘TONYPET’ T. ALBANO

AN ACT
DECLARING FUYOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK IN BARANGAY STA. VICTORIA,
CITY OF ILAGAN, PROVINCE OF ISABELA AN ECO-TOURISM SITE, PROVIDING
FOR ITS DEVELOPMENT AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR

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

Section 1. The Fuyot Springs National Park in Barangay Sta. Victoria, City
of llagan, Province of Isabela is hereby declared an ecotourism site. Its development
shall be prioritized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and shalll be subject to the
rules and regulations governing the development of ecotourism sites.

Section 2.The Department of Tourism, in accordance with the local
government units and other concerned agencies of the government shall, within
one (1) year after the approval of this Act, prepare a development plan involving the
construction, installation, and maintenance of such appropriate facilities and
infrastructure as shall enhance tourism in the area; Provided, That said
development plan shall ensure the preservation and conservation of the natural
resources of the area.

Section 3.The Department of Tourism shall take immediate steps in
implementing the tourism development plan that will suit the natural
characteristics of Fuyot Springs Natural Park and shall incorporate the same in its
overall development plans and programs for national implementation.

Section 4. It shall also be the responsibility of the DOT to promote Fuyot
Springs Natural Park as an ecotourism site in all its national, regional, and local
promotions programs.

Section 5. The DOT shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations
for proper implementation of this Act.


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Section 6.The Secretary of the Department 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 of the year following its enactment
into law and thereafter.

Section 7.If any provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional,
other provisions not affected thereby shalll continue to be in full force and effect.

Section 8.All laws, rules, regulations, proclamations, executive orders or
parts thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby modified or amended
accordingly.

Section 9.This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,