Declaring the Atulayan Island in Sagñay, Camarines Sur as a Tourist Zone
Republic Act No. 9444, enacted on May 9, 2007, designates Atulayan Island in Sagay, Camarines Sur, as a national tourism zone. It mandates the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Partido Development Administration (PDA) to develop a tourism plan that integrates with the national tourism master plan, while ensuring the protection of the island's natural and cultural heritage. The Act emphasizes sustainable economic opportunities for local communities and encourages collaboration among government agencies, the private sector, and NGOs to foster tourism. Implementation of the tourism development plan will be facilitated through local government powers and support from the DOT. The law takes effect fifteen days after its publication.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Republic Act No. 9444
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Republic Acts
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
May 9, 2007
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9444
AN ACT DECLARING THE ATULAYAN ISLAND OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SAGÑAY, PROVINCE OF CAMARINES SUR AS A TOURIST ZONE
SECTION 1. This Act hereby declares the Atulayan Island of the Municipality of Sagñay, Province of Camarines Sur as a national tourism zone. TEcCHD
SECTION 2. Until comprehensive legislation rationalizing the national tourism program is adopted, the following principles shall govern the planning, development, promotion and management of this tourism zone:
(a) The Department of Tourism (DOT) and its attached agencies, and the Partido Development Administration (PDA) shall coordinate in the formulation of a tourism development plan for the tourism zone: Provided, That said plan is consistent with, or may be integrated into, the national tourism master plan of the DOT;
(b) The plan shall protect and enhance the natural features and cultural heritage of the tourism zone, while providing sustainable economic opportunities for the local community;
(c) The PDA and the relevant municipalities shall utilize their powers provided under Republic Act No. 7820, as amended, and the Local Government Code, respectively, to implement and enforce the tourism development plan;
(d) The DOT and its attached agencies may provide necessary technical and financial assistance for the development of tourism infrastructure and skills development while endeavoring, when practicable, to promote the tourism zone, both locally and internationally; and
(e) The DOT, the PDA and the relevant municipalities shall create a forum by which the private sector, nongovernment organizations and other interest groups can interact with one another and the government to create an atmosphere that shall encourage investment and the development of a culture of tourism.
SECTION 3. The DOT, in consultation with the PDA and the local government concerned, shall adopt appropriate rules and regulations, and enter into agreements to implement this Act.
SECTION 4. This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days of completion of its publication.
Approved: May 9, 2007
Cite This Law
Declaring the Atulayan Island in Sagñay, Camarines Sur as a Tourist Zone, Republic Act No. 9444, May 9, 2007 (Philippines)
Declaring the Atulayan Island in Sagñay, Camarines Sur as a Tourist Zone, Republic Act No. 9444 (Phil. 2007)
Browse More Statutes
Explore other laws in the Statutes category.
View All StatutesNeed Help Understanding This Law?
Ask our AI assistant to explain provisions, implications, or related laws.
Ask AI About This Law