Title
Franchise for Electric System in Libon, Albay
Law
Republic Act No. 256
Decision Date
Jun 14, 1948
Republic Act No. 256 grants Felix Maronilla, Jr. a franchise to operate an electric power system in Libon, Albay, subject to certain conditions and a duration of 25 years, with the provision for surrendering the franchise to the government if they decide to maintain and operate the system.

Law Summary

Government's Right to Take Over the Electric System

  • Provides the government the authority to take over the electric plant and enterprise at any time.
  • Upon government's decision to operate the system, the grantee must surrender the franchise.
  • The grantee is required to turn over all serviceable equipment to the government at cost.

Effectivity of the Act

  • The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
  • The approval date was June 14, 1948.

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