Title
Transfer of Immigration Law Admin to Labor Dept
Law
Commonwealth Act No. 139
Decision Date
Nov 7, 1936
Commonwealth Act No. 139 transfers the administration of Philippine immigration laws to the Department of Labor, granting it executive supervision over labor-related matters and the welfare of Filipino laborers both domestically and abroad.
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Transfer of Immigration Division

  • The existing Immigration Division within the Bureau of Customs is to be converted into an Immigration Division under the Department of Labor.
  • All personnel, supplies, records, equipment, and funds associated with the Immigration Division are to be consolidated with those of the Department of Labor.
  • Such transfer is authorized to be effectuated through an executive order issued by the President of the Philippines.

Effective Date of the Act

  • The provisions of this Act shall take effect starting January 1, 1937.

Important Legal Concepts

  • Jurisdiction and Executive Supervision: The Act centralizes immigration and labor law administration under one department to streamline enforcement and oversight.
  • Consolidation of Resources: The transfer of personnel and resources ensures continuity and efficiency in immigration law administration.
  • Presidential Executive Order: The Act empowers the President to formalize the transition through an executive order, highlighting the role of executive authority in administrative reorganization.

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