Establish LTO District Office in Antipolo

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Republic Act No. 10798: Establish LTO District Office in Antipolo

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Establish LTO District Office in Antipolo

Law: Republic Act No. 10798

Decision Date: May 10, 2016

Republic Act No. 10798 establishes a regular district office of the Land Transportation Office in Antipolo, Rizal, with the responsibility of operationalization falling on the Secretary of Transportation and Communications, and funding included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Law Summary

Responsibilities of the Secretary of Transportation and Communications

The Secretary of Transportation and Communications is tasked to immediately incorporate the operationalization of the LTO District Office in Antipolo into the Department’s official programs.
Funding for the district office shall be allocated through the annual General Appropriations Act, ensuring budgetary support.

Effectivity of the Law

The law takes effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in two newspapers of general circulation.
Publication is a prerequisite for the law to become enforceable, ensuring public awareness.

Legislative Process and Approvals

The Act originated from the House of Representatives, passed on May 12, 2014.
It was then amended by the Senate on January 19, 2016, with amendments concurred by the House on January 25, 2016.
The final approval was given by the President of the Philippines on May 10, 2016.

Key Legal Concepts

Establishment of a specialized governmental administrative office to decentralize services.
Allocation of budget through formal legislative appropriation processes.
Legal effectivity tied to public notification to promote transparency and accessibility.
Coordination between executive and legislative branches in law enactment.

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