Scope of binding decisions
- The decree makes final and binding all decisions of the National Historical Commission on the naming and renaming of historical edifices and landmarks.
- The rule applies to the Commission’s “decisions” concerning naming and renaming, so the effect of such decisions is controlling.
Exception for streets and plazas
- The decree provides an exception: the National Historical Commission decision on the naming and renaming of streets and plazas is recommendatory, not binding.
- The recommendatory status applies specifically to streets and plazas, while the binding finality applies to historical edifices and landmarks.
Hierarchy rule: consistency with prior issuances
- The decree repeals or modifies provisions of laws, executive orders, or regulations that are inconsistent with it.
- The inconsistent portions are treated as superseded to the extent of the conflict.
Effect and operative command
- The decree commands that the National Historical Commission’s naming and renaming determinations carry finality and binding force.
- It establishes immediate legal effect, making its rules operative without waiting for publication or further action.