Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 110)
The primary purpose of Republic Act No. 110 is to authorize the printing and issuance of semi-postal stamps to raise funds for the construction of war memorials and for the benefit of war widows, orphans, and disabled veterans of the recent World War.
The Director of Posts, subject to the approval of the Department Head, is authorized to order the printing and issuance of semi-postal stamps.
The face value of the semi-postal stamps must show the regular postage charge plus the additional amount destined for the purpose for which the stamps were issued.
The additional sums realized from the sale of the semi-postal stamps shall be deposited with the National Treasurer or his deputies.
The funds raised from the semi-postal stamps are used for the construction of war memorials and for the benefit of war widows, orphans, and disabled veterans of the recent World War.
Yes, the disbursement of the funds is subject to the usual accounting and auditing regulations.
Republic Act No. 110 took effect upon its approval on June 2, 1947.
Semi-postal stamps are postage stamps issued with an additional charge over the regular postal rate, with the extra amount earmarked for specific charitable or public causes.
The issuance is subject to the approval of the Department Head.
The Act authorizes the printing and issuance of semi-postal stamps of different denominations.