Effectivity and approval mechanics
- Section 2 provides that the Act shall take effect upon its approval.
- The Act was November 10, 1996 and took effect upon approval despite the absence of the President’s signature, because it lapsed into law in accordance with Article VI, Section 27(1) of the Constitution.
- The Act is labeled for publication reference as 93 OG No. 3, 329 (Jan. 20, 1997).