Reforestation and Afforestation Fund Act

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Commonwealth Act No. 304: Reforestation and Afforestation Fund Act

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Reforestation and Afforestation Fund Act

Law: Commonwealth Act No. 304

Decision Date: Jun 9, 1938

Commonwealth Act No. 304 provides funds and guidelines for reforestation and afforestation projects in the Philippines, aiming to promote economic tree growth, protect watersheds, prevent erosion and floods, and restore forest cover in designated areas.

Law Summary

Validity Period of Appropriated Funds

Appropriated funds are available for expenditure until December 31, 1941.

Reporting Requirements

Director of Forestry to submit annual special reports during the first ten days of the National Assembly's regular sessions for years 1939, 1940, 1941, and 1942.
Reports to be submitted through the Secretary of Agriculture and Commerce and the President.
Reports must specify the location and area reforested and afforested, cost of work accomplished, and other relevant information as necessary.

Presidential Authority

President authorized to suspend or stop expenditure of any appropriated funds or part thereof if public interest so requires.

Effectivity

The Act takes effect immediately upon approval on June 9, 1938.

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