Question & AnswerQ&A (BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 643)
The primary purpose of Republic Act No. 4642 is to appropriate funds for the operation of the government of the Republic of the Philippines for the fiscal period from July 1, 1965 to June 30, 1966.
The appropriation covers the period from July 1, 1965 to June 30, 1966.
The appropriated funds are taken from any funds in the Philippine Treasury not otherwise appropriated.
Yes, the Act applies from July 1, 1965, except where otherwise specifically provided.
The Act took effect on July 1, 1965, unless otherwise provided in the Act.
The Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines enacted the Act.
Yes, the law text indicates that the Act was approved on August 11, 1965, with a Presidential veto message, details of which are not included in the excerpt.
Appropriations acts legally allocate government funds for specified periods and purposes, thereby authorizing government expenditures and ensuring lawful use of public funds.
No, appropriations under this Act are made from the Philippine Treasury, specifically from funds not otherwise appropriated.
It implies that the appropriated sums may be adjusted or limited to the amount actually needed for government operation during the specified period, ensuring flexibility in expenditure.