Law Summary

1. Establishment of the LTFRB District Office

• Legal Principle: This provision establishes a regular district office of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in the City of Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, under the supervision of the LTFRB Main Office in Quezon City.
• Key Definitions:
  • LTFRB: The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board, the agency responsible for regulating land transportation in the Philippines.
• Important Requirements:
  • The establishment of the district office is mandated by this Act.

2. Operationalization and Funding

• Legal Principle: The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with the immediate inclusion of the operationalization of the district office in the Department's programs.
• Key Definitions:
  • Department: Refers to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
• Important Procedures:
  • The funding for the operation of the LTFRB district office must be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

3. Effectivity of the Act

• Legal Principle: This Act will take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
• Important Timeframes:
  • Fifteen (15) days: The timeframe within which the Act becomes effective post-publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

4. Legislative Process and Approval

• Legal Principle: This Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by both legislative chambers.
• Important Details:
  • Passed by the House of Representatives on February 23, 2021.
  • Passed by the Senate on January 31, 2022.
  • The Act lapsed into law on June 18, 2022, without the President's signature, as provided under Article VI, Section 27(1) of the Constitution.

Key Takeaways

• Establishment: The Act establishes a district office of the LTFRB in Dasmarinas, Cavite.
• Operational Responsibility: The Secretary of Transportation is responsible for operationalizing the district office and ensuring funding through the General Appropriations Act.
• Effective Date: The Act becomes effective 15 days post-publication.
• Legislative Journey: The Act successfully passed both the House and Senate and lapsed into law without presidential approval in accordance with constitutional provisions.

This summary encapsulates the salient points of Republic Act No. 11854, highlighting its establishment, operational framework, and legislative approval process while ensuring clarity and precision in legal terminology.