Law Summary

Introduction

Act No. 1076, enacted on March 5, 1904, provides for loans from the Congressional Relief Fund to three provinces in the Philippines—Ilocos Sur, Romblon, and Abra—for the construction of public secondary schools.

Section 1: Loan Allocation and Repayment Terms

• Explanation: This section outlines the appropriation of funds from the Congressional Relief Fund for loans to the specified provinces for the construction of secondary school buildings.

• Key Definitions:

  • Congressional Relief Fund: The source of the funds appropriated for the loans.
  • Provincial Boards: Governing bodies responsible for the expenditure of the loaned funds.

• Requirements/Procedures:

  • Loans are to be directed under the supervision of the respective provincial boards and must be approved by the General Superintendent of Education.

• Timeframes/Deadlines:

  • Ilocos Sur: ₱20,000 to be repaid in five annual installments of ₱5,000 each.
  • Romblon: ₱8,000 to be repaid in the first year as ₱2,000, followed by three annual installments of ₱3,000.
  • Abra: ₱6,000 to be repaid in the first year as ₱1,200, followed by four annual installments of ₱1,200.

• Consequences: The loans must be repaid to the Insular Treasury without interest.

Section 2: Loan Disbursement Procedure

• Explanation: This section details the process for the disbursement of the loaned funds to the provinces.

• Requirements/Procedures:

  • The Insular Treasurer shall pay the loan amounts upon presentation of a certified resolution from the provincial board accepting the loan and agreeing to repayment terms.

• Timeframes/Deadlines:

  • The funds will be released following the acceptance resolution.

• Consequences: The repaid amounts will be returned to the Congressional Relief Fund.

Section 3: Construction Standards and Oversight

• Explanation: This section stipulates the preparation of plans for the school buildings and establishes oversight for construction.

• Key Definitions:

  • Chief of the Bureau of Architecture and Construction of Public Buildings: The official responsible for preparing building plans and specifications.

• Requirements/Procedures:

  • Plans and specifications must be prepared by the specified Chief.
  • The constructed buildings and land will be under the control of the Department of Public Instruction.

Section 4: Expedited Passage of the Act

• Explanation: This section emphasizes the urgent need for the enactment of this legislation.

• Requirements/Procedures:

  • The Act is expedited in accordance with prior legislative procedures outlined in the law passed on September 26, 1900.

Section 5: Effectivity of the Act

• Explanation: This section states the immediate effectivity of the Act upon its passage.

Key Takeaways

• Act No. 1076 allocates a total of ₱34,000 in loans to three provinces for secondary school construction.
• The loans are to be repaid in structured installments over several years, without interest.
• Disbursement of funds is contingent upon the acceptance resolution from each provincial board.
• The construction is overseen by designated governmental authorities to ensure compliance with standards.
• The Act is effective immediately upon passage, indicating urgency in supporting educational infrastructure.