Title
Establish LTO Office in Imus, Cavite
Law
Republic Act No. 10781
Decision Date
May 3, 2016
Republic Act No. 10781 establishes a regular district office of the Land Transportation Office in Imus, Cavite, under the supervision of the LTO Main Office, with funding included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Law Summary

Inclusion in Department Programs and Funding

  • The Secretary of Transportation and Communications is mandated to include the operationalization of this LTO district office in the Department's programs.
  • Funding for the operation of the LTO District Office in Imus will be appropriated through the annual General Appropriations Act.

Effectivity Provision

  • The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

  • The Act originated in the House of Representatives and was passed on May 12, 2014.
  • Amendments were made by the Senate on January 19, 2016, and concurred by the House on January 27, 2016.
  • The Act was approved by the President of the Philippines on May 3, 2016.

Important Legal Framework Considerations

  • The establishment of the district office aims to decentralize and improve access to LTO services in Cavite.
  • The supervision by the main LTO office ensures consistent policy implementation and control.
  • The inclusion in budget appropriation ensures sustainable funding for its operations.

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