Title
Supreme Court
Renaming Tiaong East Elementary School
Law
Batas Pambansa Blg. 670
Decision Date
Mar 7, 1984
A law enacted in 1984 changes the name of Tiaong East Elementary School to Escueta Memorial Elementary School in honor of Moises A. Escueta, a former congressman and mayor known for his contributions to improving the municipality and supporting students through a scholarship program.

Law Summary

Recognition of Moises A. Escueta's Contributions

  • Moises A. Escueta was a former congressman of the First Congressional District of Quezon and former mayor of Tiaong.
  • He significantly improved peace and order in Tiaong, making it the most peaceful town in Quezon Province during his tenure.
  • He promoted the welfare of his constituents, specifically through scholarship programs aimed at poor but deserving students.

Purpose of the Name Change

  • The renaming serves to honor the late Moises A. Escueta.
  • It perpetuates his memory among the residents of Tiaong.

Effectivity of the Law

  • The act took effect upon its approval.
  • It was enacted by the Batasang Pambansa without the need for executive approval, officially on March 7, 1984.

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