Conversion of LTO Polomolok Extension to District Office

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Republic Act No. 11692: Conversion of LTO Polomolok Extension to District Office

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Conversion of LTO Polomolok Extension to District Office

Law: Republic Act No. 11692

Decision Date: Apr 11, 2022

Republic Act No. 11692 converts the LTO Extension Office in Polomolok into a "Class B" district office, aiming to improve the efficiency of LTO services by expanding its functions and responsibilities.

Law Summary

Funding and Operationalization

The Secretary of Transportation must prioritize the operationalization of this regular LTO District Office.
Initial funding for the new district office shall come from the current year's appropriation for the existing LTO Polomolok Extension Office.
Subsequent funding will be included annually in the General Appropriations Act to ensure continued operation.

Rulemaking Authority

The Secretary of Transportation is empowered to issue necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of the Act.

Effectivity and Publication

The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
Publication must be done in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation.

Legislative and Executive Process

The Act was passed by the House on November 12, 2019, amended by the Senate on January 31, 2022.
The House concurred with Senate amendments on February 2, 2022.
The law lapsed into effect on April 11, 2022, without the President's signature, pursuant to the Philippine Constitution (Article V, Section 27(1)).

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