Law Summary
Amendment to Age Requirement for Tourist Transport Service
Legal Principle/Provision
This Memorandum Circular amends the age requirement for vehicles under the Tourist Transport Service, specifying that all units must not exceed ten (10) years from their date of manufacture.
Key Definitions Introduced
- Tourist Transport Service: A service involving the transportation of tourists using vehicles with a specific franchise.
- Brand New Unit: A vehicle manufactured in the current year of application filing.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined
- The age requirement for vehicles utilized in the Tourist Transport Service has been set to a maximum of ten (10) years.
- The amended provision now states: “The age requirement for all types of units for the above transport service is ten (10) years from the date of manufacture.”
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details
- The circular specifies that the age of the vehicle should be calculated from the date of manufacture.
- The new provisions take effect immediately upon adoption.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned
- No specific penalties or liabilities are outlined in this memorandum; however, compliance with the age requirement is implied.
Clarification on DOT Endorsement Requirement
Legal Principle/Provision
The memorandum clarifies the requirement concerning the endorsement from the Department of Tourism (DOT) for the acceptance of Petitions for Conversion.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined
- The previously required endorsement from DOT for conversion petitions is no longer necessary.
- However, applicants must present a valid DOT accreditation, which must be issued annually.
Superseding Clauses
Legal Principle/Provision
This memorandum supersedes any prior issuances or regulations that are inconsistent with its provisions.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined
- Any previous circulars or regulations that conflict with this memorandum are rendered void.
Adoption Information
Legal Principle/Provision
This memorandum was formally adopted by the LTFRB on September 6, 2004.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined
- Signed by Chairperson Maria Elena H. Bautista and Board Member Felix S. Racadio.
Key Takeaways
- The age limit for vehicles in the Tourist Transport Service is now ten (10) years from manufacture.
- The requirement for DOT endorsement for Petition for Conversion has been eliminated, provided a valid DOT accreditation is presented.
- The memorandum takes effect immediately and overrides prior inconsistent regulations.