HB08795: Enacted into law "RA11333" on April 26, 2019 | AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES, REPEALING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8492, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "NATIONAL MUSEUM ACT OF 1998", AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
This bill seeks to strengthen the National Museum of the Philippines by renaming it, clarifying its mandate, and enhancing its functions. The bill designates a permanent and exclusive site for the National Museum Complex and establishes regional museums and satellite offices across the country. It also provides for the governance and administration of the National Museum, including the composition and functions of its Board of Trustees.
The general public is granted free admission to all public museums and national historical shrines and landmarks, promoting greater access to the country's cultural and historical heritage.