Law Summary

Establishment of the LTO District Office

• Legal Provision: This section mandates the establishment of a Land Transportation Office (LTO) District Office in the City of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon.
• Key Definition: "LTO District Office" refers to the local office of the Land Transportation Office responsible for land transport regulatory functions in the specified locality.
• Important Requirements:
  • The establishment is to be executed by the Secretary of Transportation.

Operationalization and Funding

• Legal Provision: The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with including the operationalization of the LTO District Office in the Department's program.
• Key Definitions: "Operationalization" refers to the process of making the LTO District Office functional and service-ready.
• Important Requirements:
  • Funding for the LTO District Office must be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Implementation Rules and Regulations

• Legal Provision: The Secretary of Transportation is authorized to issue necessary rules and regulations for the effective implementation of the Act.
• Important Requirements:
  • The issuance of these rules is essential for operational guidance and compliance.

Effectivity

• Legal Provision: The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after publication.
• Important Timeframe:
  • The publication can occur in either the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

• Legal Provision:
  • The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed by both the House and Senate on specified dates.
  • It was approved by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on December 14, 2018.
• Important Requirements:
  • The legislative process included passing in both chambers prior to Presidential approval.

Key Takeaways

• Republic Act No. 11155 establishes an LTO District Office in Valencia, Bukidnon, to enhance local transport services.
• The operationalization of the office is contingent upon funding appropriated in the General Appropriations Act.
• Implementation rules will be formulated by the Secretary of Transportation to ensure effective operation.
• The law will take effect within fifteen days post-publication, reinforcing the importance of timely dissemination of legal information.