Declaration of Shores and Territorial Waters of La Union from Agoo to Damortis, La Union, a National Park
Republic Act No. 4570, enacted on June 19, 1965, designates the shores and territorial waters of La Union, from Agoo to Damortis, as a national park. This legislation prohibits any current or future mining operations within this designated area. The Act aims to preserve the natural environment and promote conservation in the region. It became effective upon its approval and was published in the Official Gazette on January 9, 1967.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Republic Act No. 4570
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Republic Acts
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
June 19, 1965
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 4570
AN ACT TO DECLARE THE SHORES AND TERRITORIAL WATERS OF LA UNION FROM AGOO TO DAMORTIS, LA UNION, A NATIONAL PARK
SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any law or laws to the contrary, the shores and the territorial waters from Agoo, La Union, southward to Damortis, Rosario, La Union, inclusive, are hereby declared a national park.
SECTION 2. Any mining operations present or future in this area is hereby prohibited. cdt
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved: June 19, 1965
Published in the Official Gazette, Vol. 63, No. 2, p. 277 on January 9, 1967
Cite This Law
Declaration of Shores and Territorial Waters of La Union from Agoo to Damortis, La Union, a National Park, Republic Act No. 4570, Jun 19, 1965 (Philippines)
Declaration of Shores and Territorial Waters of La Union from Agoo to Damortis, La Union, a National Park, Republic Act No. 4570 (Phil. 1965)
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