Law Summary

SECTION 1: Amendment of Export Control Law

• Legal Principle: This section amends the Export Control Law, specifically Republic Act No. 613, to enhance provisions for regulating exports to promote economic development and safeguard national security.
• Key Definitions Introduced:
  • Export Control Law: Refers to Republic Act No. 613, which regulates the exportation of specific materials and items.
  • Items Subject to Control: Includes uranium, atomic energy materials, machinery and spare parts, scrap metals, medicines, foodstuffs, abaca seedlings, gasoline, oil, lubricants, and military equipment.
• Requirements/Procedures:
  • It is unlawful for individuals, associations, or corporations to export the specified items without obtaining a permit from the President of the Philippines.
  • The permit issuance is governed by subsequent provisions outlined in the law.
• Important Details:
  • The intent is to safeguard national security while promoting industrialization and economic development.

SECTION 2: Termination of Authority

• Legal Principle: This section establishes the expiration of the authority granted under the Export Control Law.
• Key Definitions Introduced:
  • Concurrent Resolution of Congress: A formal decision by both chambers of Congress.
• Requirements/Procedures:
  • The authority granted by the Act will terminate on December 31, 1956, unless it is terminated earlier by a concurrent resolution of Congress.
  • Provisions remain effective for addressing offenses committed or rights incurred prior to repeal.
• Important Timeframes:
  • Authority expiration date: December 31, 1956.
• Penalties/Liabilities:
  • Offenses committed before the repeal will still be subject to the provisions of the Act for legal actions and prosecutions.

SECTION 3: Effectivity of the Act

• Legal Principle: This section states the act's effectiveness upon approval.
• Important Details:
  • The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval date, which is June 12, 1954.

Key Takeaways

• Republic Act No. 999 amends the Export Control Law to enhance regulations on the export of specific materials critical for national security and economic development.
• Exportation of designated items without a Presidential permit is prohibited.
• The authority under the Act is set to expire on December 31, 1956, unless terminated by Congress.
• Legal actions related to offenses prior to the repeal will continue to be governed by the provisions of the Act.
• The Act is effective immediately upon its approval on June 12, 1954.