HB1561 - AN ACT DECLARING THE BIÑAN HERITAGE DISTRICT IN THE CITY OF BIÑAN A NATIONAL HISTORICAL - CULTURAL HERITAGE ZONE, APPROPRIATE FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

The provisions of Article XIV, Section 15 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provide that "the State shall conserve, promote, and popularize the nation's historical and cultural heritage and resources, as well as artistic creations". Likewise, it provides in Section 16 that "all the country's artistic and historic wealth constitutes the cultural treasure of the nation and shall be under the protection of the State, which may regulate its disposition". Heritage serves as a source of identity. Furthermore, the role of heritage is crucial in empowering local communities and enabling society's members to engage in social and cultural life fully. The history and cultural heritage of a country are priceless and distinctive; the same is true for the histories and heritages of each region, province, town, and city. Heritage conservation and preservation are vital. Not only does it preserve historical structures and artifacts, but it also fosters a sense of connection and belonging among community members. Conserving and preserving culture is essential to community development. It helps preserve natural resources, improves and strengthens communities, promotes local economic growth, attracts tourists, emphasizes the importance of heritage in education, and instills the responsibility of heritage conservation in the current generation. For further reading: https://docs.congress.hrep.online/legisdocs/basic_20/HB01561.pdf https://www.congress.gov.ph/house-members/view/?member=L031&name=DIMAGUILA%2C+WALFREDO+%22ARMAN%22+R.%2C+JR.&page=0

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