Moratorium on New CPC Applications Except Truck-for-Hire

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LTFRB MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2003-028: Moratorium on New CPC Applications Except Truck-for-Hire

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Title Supreme Court: Moratorium on New CPC Applications Except Truck-for-Hire

Law: Ltfrb Memorandum Circular No. 2003-028

Decision Date: Nov 17, 2003

The LTFRB mandates a nationwide moratorium on new applications for Certificates of Public Convenience, excluding Truck-for-Hire services, to facilitate the Route Rationalization Program and ensure data integrity.

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Purpose and Policy Rationale

Designed to facilitate thorough documentation and implementation of the Route Rationalization Program.
Aims to ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency in data recording by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).

Procedural Directives

The moratorium takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette, a newspaper of general circulation, or upon filing three copies with the UP Law Center.
The moratorium remains in force until the Board issues further orders.

Supersedure of Inconsistent Issuances

This Memorandum Circular expressly overrides and supersedes any prior issuances that conflict with its directives.

Legal Authority and Formal Adoption

Issued and signed by the Chairperson and Board Members of the LTFRB on 17 November 2003.
Complies with procedural requirements under Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, dated 9 October 1992, concerning publication and filing for effectivity.

Important Legal Concepts

Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC): A legal authorization required to operate certain public transport services.
Route Rationalization Program: A regulatory strategy aimed at optimizing public transportation routes and services.
Moratorium: A temporary suspension of regulatory approvals or activities to enable review and reorganization.

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