Law Summary
SECTION 1: Appropriation of Funds
- Legal Principle/Provision: This section authorizes the payment of a sum of $150,000 appropriated for the Insular Purchasing Agent in U.S. currency rather than the local insular currency.
- Key Definitions Introduced:
- Insular Purchasing Agent: A designated official responsible for purchasing supplies for government needs.
- U.S. Currency: Refers specifically to the legal tender issued by the United States.
- Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- The funds are specifically allocated for the purchase of supplies, including coal and lumber, during the third quarter of the year 1901.
- This payment is made irrespective of any contrary provisions found in Act Numbered Two hundred and sixty-four.
- Relevant Timeframes: The funds are specifically for purchases made in the third quarter of 1901.
- Penalties/Liabilities: None mentioned in this section.
• Authorizes $150,000 for the Insular Purchasing Agent.
• Payment will be in U.S. currency.
• Applies to purchases made in the third quarter of 1901.
• Overrides previous provisions in Act No. 264.
SECTION 2: Expedited Passage
- Legal Principle/Provision: This section stipulates that the bill's passage is expedited due to the public good, in accordance with procedural laws.
- Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- The act is expedited as per section two of the prior law passed on September 26, 1900, which outlines legislative procedures.
• The Act is passed quickly for the public good.
• Follows expedited procedures from a previous law (passed September 26, 1900).
SECTION 3: Effectivity
- Legal Principle/Provision: This section states that the Act will take effect immediately upon its passage.
- Relevant Timeframes: The law is effective as soon as it is enacted.
• The Act takes effect immediately upon passage.
Key Takeaways
- Act No. 312 authorizes the payment of $150,000 in U.S. currency for supplies purchased by the Insular Purchasing Agent.
- The Act overrides previous provisions from Act No. 264 regarding currency used for payment.
- The passage of the Act is expedited to ensure timely availability of funds for public good.
- The Act takes effect immediately upon enactment, ensuring prompt execution of the appropriated funds.