Law Summary
SECTION 1 - Amendment of Personnel Qualifications
- Legal Provision: This section amends the qualifications for the personnel of the Mining Bureau as established in Act Numbered Nine Hundred and Sixteen.
- Key Definitions:
- Chief of the Bureau: The principal officer appointed to lead the Mining Bureau.
- Geologists: Professionals tasked with geological assessments within the Bureau.
- Requirements:
- The Chief and geologists must be graduates from recognized schools of mines or possess degrees in mining, metallurgy, or geology from reputable universities.
- Alternatively, they may have successfully completed work in equivalent schools or universities.
- Important Details:
- The Chief is classified as class one, while geologists are classified as class three.
- Appointment of the Chief requires the consent of the Civil Governor and the Philippine Commission.
SECTION 2 - Expedited Passage of the Bill
- Legal Provision: This section states that due to the public good, the bill’s enactment is expedited.
- Requirements:
- The expedited process follows the guidelines set forth in Section Two of "An Act prescribing the order of procedure by the Commission in the enactment of laws," passed on September 26, 1900.
SECTION 3 - Effectivity of the Act
- Legal Provision: This section outlines the commencement date of the Act.
- Important Timeframe:
- The Act shall take effect on January 15, 1904.
Key Takeaways
- Act No. 1067 modifies the qualifications for personnel in the Mining Bureau, ensuring that they possess appropriate educational backgrounds.
- The Act is designed to serve the public good and allows for an expedited legislative process.
- The Act will become effective shortly, establishing a clear timeline for its implementation.