Operationalization and Funding
- The Chief Justice, in coordination with the Secretary of the Department of Justice, must promptly include the operationalization of the new RTC branch in the Court's program.
- Funding for the new branch must be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
- Release of funds for operation is conditioned on the actual organization of the court and appointment of its personnel.
Amendments to Existing Laws
- Section 14(g) of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129 (The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980), as amended, is modified to reflect the creation of the new RTC branch.
- All other laws, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act are amended, repealed, or modified accordingly.
Effectivity Provision
- The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation.
Legislative and Executive Approvals
- The Act was approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate before presidential approval.
- Signed into law by the President of the Philippines on November 8, 2012.