Law Summary

Short Title

• This Act is officially referred to as the "Egg Basket Act."

Declaration of San Jose as the Egg Basket of the Philippines

• The Municipality of San Jose in the Province of Batangas is designated as the "Egg Basket of the Philippines."
  • This recognition is in acknowledgment of the significant economic role that its egg industry plays at both local and national levels.

Repealing Clause

• Any existing laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, letters of instruction, rules, or regulations that are inconsistent with this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

• The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in either the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

Legislative History

• The Act was passed by the Senate as Senate Bill No. 2044 on January 31, 2022.
• It was adopted by the House of Representatives as an amendment to House Bill No. 7660 on February 2, 2022.
• The Act lapsed into law on April 17, 2022, without the President's signature as per Article VI, Section 27 (1) of the Constitution.

Key Takeaways

• The Municipality of San Jose is officially recognized for its pivotal role in the egg industry.
• The Act includes a repealing clause for conflicting laws.
• The law will come into effect 15 days after official publication.
• It emphasizes the legislative process leading to its enactment.