Law Summary
SECTION 1: Amendment of Section 45 of Act No. 4007
Legal Principle/Provision
- This section amends Section 45 of Act No. 4007 by establishing the commencement date of the Act and allowing the Governor-General to defer certain provisions.
Key Definitions Introduced
- Governor-General: The chief executive of the Philippines during the American colonial period, who holds administrative and legislative authority.
Important Requirements/Procedures Outlined
- The amendment specifies that the Act will take effect on January 1, 1933, unless further postponed by the Governor-General.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details
- Effective Date: January 1, 1933
- Possible Postponement Deadline: The provisions in the second and third paragraphs of Section 12 may be postponed by the Governor-General until June 30, 1934.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned
- No specific penalties or liabilities are outlined in this section.
SECTION 2: Effectivity of the Act
Legal Principle/Provision
- This section states the Act's immediate effect upon approval, ensuring that the legislative changes are enacted promptly.
Key Definitions Introduced
- None specified.
Important Requirements/Procedures Outlined
- The Act becomes effective immediately upon receiving approval.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details
- Immediate effectivity upon approval on October 12, 1933.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned
- No penalties or liabilities are referenced.
Key Takeaways
- The amendment to Section 45 of Act No. 4007 specifies the effective date of the Act as January 1, 1933, with provisions for possible postponement by the Governor-General until June 30, 1934.
- The Act is effective immediately upon its approval on October 12, 1933, without specified penalties or liabilities.
- The amendment primarily serves to clarify the start date of certain provisions and the authority of the Governor-General in relation to these provisions.