Creates 3 Metro Trial Courts in Taguig City

The Chief Justice, in coordination with the Secretary of the Department of Justice, must include the operationalization of these three new branches in the Court’s program promptly.
Funding for these branches will be incorporated into the annual General Appropriations Act.
Appropriations for the branches will only be released following their actual organization and the appointment of personnel.

Section 27 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129 (The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980), as amended, is likewise amended to incorporate these changes.
Other laws, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act are amended, repealed, or modified accordingly to harmonize with this law.

The Act becomes effective fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation, ensuring public notice and transparency.

This law addresses the need to expand judicial capacity in the National Capital Region by increasing the number of trial court branches.
It emphasizes judicial administrative processes, including proper assignment, coordination between judicial and executive agencies, and proper allocation of government funds.
The provision linking funds’ release to actual establishment and staffing safeguards against the misuse of appropriations and ensures operational readiness before expenditures.
Amendments to existing laws ensure legal consistency and integration within the Philippine judiciary system.