Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 5765)
The main purpose of Republic Act No. 5765 is to make Mati in the Province of Davao Oriental a port of entry and to authorize the appropriation of necessary funds for the operation of a customs service there.
The port of entry in Mati is placed under the jurisdiction of the Collector of Customs of Davao.
The Act authorizes the appropriation of one hundred thousand pesos for the operation of the customs service in Mati, Davao Oriental.
The appropriated funds are intended for payment of salaries and wages, purchase of supplies and equipment, and other incidental expenses related to the operation of the customs service.
Republic Act No. 5765 took effect upon its approval on June 21, 1969.
The Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress enacted Republic Act No. 5765.
Making Mati a port of entry allows it to legitimately receive international goods and travelers under customs regulation and control, improving local commerce and border security.
No, Republic Act No. 5765 does not specify any penalties; it mainly establishes the port of entry and appropriates funds for customs operations.
Section 2 of Republic Act No. 5765 deals with the appropriation of funds for the operation of the customs service in Mati.
The Collector of Customs of Davao has jurisdiction over the port of entry in Mati, meaning they oversee customs operations and enforcement in that area.