Question & AnswerQ&A (LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 725)
It concerns the extension of franking privilege to the Members of the Batasang Pambansa for official mail matter addressed within the Philippines.
Members of the Batasang Pambansa.
All official mail matter of Batasang Pambansa members addressed for delivery within the Philippines.
Yes, but only if the mail matter does not exceed 120 grams in weight.
On the left corner: the name and official designation of the sender, the mail matter, and the words "BATASANG PAMBANSA"; on the right upper corner: the words "Penalty for private or unauthorized use to avoid payment of postage, P500."
No, such mails are subject to payment of the necessary registry, airmail, and/or special delivery fees.
A penalty of P500.
A fine of not more than five hundred pesos.
The Postmaster General.