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

SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No., 18 75

Introduced by HONORABLE ARNULFO F. GO

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Article XU, Section 2, paragraph 1 of the Constitution states that “xxx the exploration,
development and utilization of natural resources shall be under the full control and supervision of the
xxx”, Mandated as such, the State is, therefore, obligated to fulfill this task. Economic development
and material advancement should come with exhilarating natural wonders, Their full utilization and
development, therefore, is an integral part of our march towards progress.

It is for this reason that tourism is one of the top earners among our country's growing
industries, The domestic and global promotion of tourist spots has dramatically increased through the
concerted effort of the Department of Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority. Their vigorous
advertising campaign is netting the country huge revenues,

This bill complements our government's drive to realize its tourism goals. It proposes to develop the
Nati Spring in Barangay Nuling, Senator Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat province into a world class
tourist destination. The cave, although, viable as a tourist spot has been neglected and isolated due to
financial constraints. Yet, its charm and serenity has gained prominence and popularity among foreign
travelers and local residents. The cave offers various attractions, such as a beautiful mountain and wide
variety of flora and fauna, It has hundreds of room-like structures made of stalactites and stalagmites. It
possesses the allurement of typical tourist spot with a beauty, which is inherent in its character.

Thus, in line with the Province's goal of generating additional resources for its various
developments undertaking through the sustainable and effective utilization of its resources, this
proposed measure is being submitted for consideration.

In view of the foregoing, the approval of this bill is eamestly sought.

HON. A FO F. GO


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila
SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House Bill No,_18'75

Introduced by HONORABLE ARNULFO F.GO

AN ACT
DECLARING THE NATI SPRING AND ITS PREMISES LOCATED IN BARANGAY NULING,
SENATOR NINOY AQUINO, SULTAN KUDARAT PROVIMCE AS A TOURIST SPOT AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE,

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

SEC. 1: The Nati Spring and its premises located in Barangay Nuling, Senator Ninoy Aquino,
Sultan Kudarat Province is hereby declared as a tourist spot, As such, it shall be accorded priority
development by the Department of Tourism and shall be subject to the rules and regulations governing
the development of tourist spots.

SEC. 2: The Department of Tourism, in coordination with the Philippine Tourism Authority and
other concerned agencies of the government, shall, within one year after the approval of this Act,
prepare the development plan involving the construction, installation and/or maintenance of such
appropriate facilities and infrastructure which shall enhance tourism in the area; Provided, that said
development plan shall ensure the preservation of the natural beauty and historical significance thereof.

SEC. 3: The Department of Tourism shall take immediate steps to implement said development
plan and incorporate the same in the Department's overall tourism development program for the
ensuing calendar year,

SEC. 4: The Department of Tourism shall likewise promulgate the necessary rules and
regulations for the proper implementation of this Act.

SEC. 5: The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be charged to the
Appropriation of the Department of Tourism under the current Appropriations Act. Thereafter, such
sums as may be necessary for the continued operation and maintenance of said tourist spot shall be
included in the annual Appropriations Act.

SEC. 6: This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved.