Ban on Private Scrap Metal Collection

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 489: Ban on Private Scrap Metal Collection

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Title Supreme Court: Ban on Private Scrap Metal Collection

Law: Executive Order No. 489

Decision Date: Feb 2, 1952

Executive Order No. 489 designates the National Shipyards and Steel Corporation as the sole agency responsible for collecting abandoned scrap metals in the Philippines, working in collaboration with government officials, and submitting periodic reports to ensure transparency and accountability.

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Designation of National Shipyards and Steel Corporation (NASSCO)

NASSCO is designated as the sole governmental agency authorized to collect abandoned scrap metals throughout the country.
This centralizes collection efforts and establishes government control over these materials.

Responsibilities and Coordination of NASSCO

NASSCO tasked to devise methods for the collection of abandoned scrap metals in provinces and chartered cities.
Collection efforts are to be coordinated through provincial, city, and municipal officials.
These local officials are responsible to NASSCO for the collection and custody of the scrap metals.

Reporting Requirements

NASSCO is required to report periodically to the President on the status and progress of scrap metal collections.
Reports must include inventories of collected scrap metals.

Amendments to Previous Executive Orders

Executive Order No. 58 (June 9, 1947) as amended by Executive Order No. 412 (February 10, 1951) is further amended to align with the provisions of this Executive Order.

Legal Authority and Effectivity

The provisions are enacted under the powers vested in the President of the Philippines.
Signed and made effective on February 2, 1952, in Manila.
Ensures government regulation in scrap metal collection to prevent unauthorized or unlawful handling.

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