G.R. No. 159796 - Gerochi vs. Department of Energy

Gerochi vs. Department of Energy

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Title Supreme Court: Gerochi vs. Department of Energy

Case: G.R. No. 159796

Decision Date: Jul 17, 2007

Congress enacted EPIRA in 2001, imposing a Universal Charge on electricity users. The Supreme Court upheld its constitutionality, ruling it a regulatory fee, not a tax, and a valid exercise of police power for industry stability.

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police power

legislative power

Very Long 36 min

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