Law Summary

SECTION 1: Amendment to the Revised Election Code

• Legal Principle/Provision: This section introduces a new provision, Section 5-A, to the Revised Election Code (Republic Act No. 180).

• Key Definitions Introduced:

  • Commission on Elections (COMELEC): The body responsible for overseeing elections and electoral processes in the Philippines.
  • Overtime Services: Services rendered beyond standard working hours, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

• Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:

  • The Commission on Elections is authorized to approve the payment of compensation to its officials and employees, excluding the Chairman and members of the Commission, for overtime work related to elections.
  • The rates of additional compensation shall be determined by the Commission but must not exceed the officials’ regular monthly compensation.

• Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:

  • The additional compensation is limited to a maximum equivalent of the regular monthly compensation for any one month.

• Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned: No penalties or liabilities are specified in this section.

  • The Commission on Elections can authorize overtime payments. • Overtime compensation is not applicable to the Chairman and members of the Commission. • Compensation rates must not exceed regular monthly salaries. • The additional compensation is capped at one month’s regular pay.

SECTION 2: Effectivity of the Act

• Legal Principle/Provision: This section stipulates that the Act shall take effect upon its approval.

• Key Definitions Introduced: None.

• Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:

  • The Act becomes effective immediately upon approval.

• Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details: The Act was approved on June 19, 1965.

• Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned: None.

  • The Act is effective immediately upon approval. • Approved on June 19, 1965.

Key Takeaways

• Republic Act No. 4364 amends the Revised Election Code by adding a provision for overtime compensation for certain COMELEC officials and employees during elections.
• The compensation for overtime work is strictly regulated, capped at the amount equivalent to one month’s salary.
• The Act becomes effective immediately upon its approval on June 19, 1965, with no specified penalties or liabilities for non-compliance.