Interpretation and Construction.
SEC. 27. Interpretation and Construction. - The powers, authorities and functions that are vested in the BEZA are intended to establish national self-sufficiency and self-reliance in the advancement and protection of national integrity, enhancement of national security, decentralization of governmental functions and authority, and promote an efficient and effective working relationship among the BEZA, the NG, and the LGUs. Any interpretation of this Act shall consider such intentions. In the event of conflict of interpretation, the provisions of this Act shall be construed in favor of an interpretation that would tend to protect national interest and security.
Applicability Clause.
SEC. 28. Applicability Clause. - Insofar as these are consistent with the provisions of this Act, the provisions of Sections 30 to 41 of Republic Act No. 7916, otherwise known as "The Special Economic Zone Act of 1995", shall likewise apply to the BuZ.
Implementing Rules and Regulations.
SEC. 29. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - Within ninety (90) days from the effectivity of this Act, the DTI, in consultation with the DOF, the NEDA, the Province of Bulacan, and a representatives from the Airport Project and the Airport City Project, shall formulate the implementing rules and regulations of this Act. Such rules and regulations shall take effect fifteen (15) days following the completion of its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.
Separability Clause.
SEC. 30. Separability Clause. - If any provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional, the remainder hereof not otherwise affected shall remain in full force and effect.
Repealing Clause.
SEC. 31. Repealing Clause. - All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, letters of instruction, proclamations or administrative regulations that are inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
Effectivity.
SEC. 32. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following the completion of its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,
(SGD.) FERDINAND MARTIN G. ROMUALDEZ
(SGD.) JUAN MIGUEL F. ZUBIRI
Speaker of the House of Representatives
President of the Senate
This Act was passed by the Senate of the Philippines as Senate Bill No. 2572 on March 18, 2024 and adopted by the House of Representatives as an amendment to House Bill No. 8841 on March 20, 2024.
(SGD.) REGINALD S. VELASCO
(SGD.) RENATO N. BANTUG, JR.
Secretary General House of Representatives
Secretary of the Senate
Approved: Lapsed into law on JUN 13 2024 without the signature of the President, in accordance with Article VI, Section 27 (1) of the Constitution
FERDINAND ROMUALDEZ MARCOS JR.
President of the Philippines
Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).
