Title
Batasang Pambansa Mailing Privileges
Law
Letter Of Instructions No. 725
Decision Date
Jul 21, 1978
Members of the Batasang Pambansa in the Philippines are granted the franking privilege, allowing them to send official mail within the country free of postage, with specific markings required on the envelope; violation of this privilege may result in a fine not exceeding five hundred pesos.
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Conditions on Mail Weight and Address

  • Mail addressed to non-government officers or non-government offices must not exceed 120 grams.
  • No weight limit is stipulated for mail sent to government officers or offices.

Required Markings on Mail Envelopes or Wrappers

  • Must include the name and official designation of the sending official on the left corner.
  • Must include the words "BATASANG PAMBANSA" on the envelope or wrapper.
  • Must display on the upper right corner the warning: "Penalty for private or unauthorized use to avoid payment of postage, P500."

Fees for Special Mail Services

  • Registered mail, airmail, or special delivery services are not covered by the franking privilege.
  • Necessary fees for registry, airmail, and/or special delivery must be paid separately.

Penalties for Violations

  • Unauthorized use of the franking privilege or private use to avoid payment of postage is penalized.
  • The penalty includes a fine not exceeding five hundred pesos.

Enforcement Instructions

  • The Postmaster General is the addressee and responsible for implementation.
  • Instructions are promulgated under the authority of the President of the Philippines.

Effective Date and Officiality

  • The order was issued on July 21, 1978, in Manila.
  • Signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos, giving it full legal standing.

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