QuestionsQuestions (Republic Act No. 11700)
It promotes the development of the abaca industry as a driver of rural development by supporting sound agricultural development and livelihood for small farmers, consistent with Section 1, Article XII of the 1987 Constitution.
Section 1, Article XII of the 1987 Constitution.
It declares that Catanduanes is the Abaca Capital of the Philippines.
It is recognized for its potential as raw material that can increase export earnings and for providing livelihood to many small farmers.
By recognizing Catanduanes as the country’s biggest producer of abaca and for making the Philippines world-renowned as a “Manila Hempa” in the fiber industry.
It states that the declaration is in support of the agricultural development of Catanduanes.
It repeals or modifies any law, presidential decree, issuance, executive order, letter of instruction, rule, or regulation that is inconsistent or contrary to RA 11700.
If a prior rule or issuance conflicts with RA 11700, the conflicting part is repealed or adjusted to remove inconsistency.
Fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
It must be published first; effectivity is 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
Article V, Section 27(1) of the 1987 Constitution.
It was passed by the Senate as Senate Bill No. 1978 on January 31, 2022 and adopted by the House as an amendment to House Bill No. 6149 on February 2, 2022.
It recognizes Catanduanes as the biggest producer of abaca and the Philippines as world-renowned as a “Manila Hempa” producer.
Based on the text, it mainly establishes a symbolic/branding and policy designation (Catanduanes as Abaca Capital) rather than creating a specific detailed program, though it expresses support for agricultural development.
Any existing issuance or rule inconsistent with RA 11700 would be repealed or modified to conform with the new law.
Section 1 (Declaration of Policy, citing Article XII), Section 2 (designation), Section 3 (repealing clause), and Section 4 (effectivity and publication requirements).