Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 420)
The main policy is to promote and direct the accelerated development and continued growth of horse racing not only as part of the sports development program but also to ensure the full exploitation of the sport as a source of revenue and employment.
The Philippine Racing Commission was created to have thorough and closer supervision and control of all aspects of horse racing.
The Philippine Racing Commission operates under the administrative supervision of the Office of the President of the Philippines.
The Commission aims to promote efficient and unbiased racing operations, raise public confidence in the sport, minimize rule infractions, improve the breed of Philippine horses, and prevent illegal importation of racehorses.
The Commission consists of a chairman and four members appointed by the President upon the recommendation of the Metropolitan Association of Race Horse Owners, Inc.
Commissioners serve a term of four years but remain in office until their successors are appointed. They can be suspended or removed by the President.
A quorum requires at least three members, and the vote of at least three members is necessary for adopting any rule, resolution, or decision.
The Commission has exclusive jurisdiction over every aspect of horse racing conduct, including race scheduling, racetrack safety, prize allocation, and overall security of racing events.
The powers of the Games and Amusements Board related to horse racing (except supervision of betting) are transferred to the Philippine Racing Commission.
The Commission can issue, suspend, revoke permits and licenses related to horse racing and impose or collect fees for them.
Yes, the Commission may impose fines, penalties, and forfeitures on erring parties under its rules and regulations, which are credited to the Commission's funds.
One percent (1%) of the gross receipts from ticket sales for daily double, llave forecast, jackpot, and similar events constitute a special fund for the Commission.
Yes, all Commission personnel are subject to the Civil Service Law, but regular professional and technical personnel are exempt from Wage and Position Classification Office coverage.
All purchases and contracts must be through competitive public bidding, except in emergencies or purchases not exceeding PHP10,000, with additional limits on emergency purchases.
Personnel may be retained by the Board, transferred to the Commission, or separated with retirement or gratuity benefits if not retained or transferred.
The invalidity of any provision does not affect the validity of other provisions as the decree's clauses are declared separable.
This decree took effect immediately upon promulgation on March 20, 1974.