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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 255: Radio stations must air 4 original Filipino songs/hr

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Radio stations must air 4 original Filipino songs/hr

Law: Executive Order No. 255

Decision Date: Jul 25, 1987

Corazon C. Aquino mandates that all radio stations with musical formats must air at least four original Pilipino musical compositions every hour to promote the local music industry, with penalties for non-compliance.

Definition of Original Filipino Musical Composition

Refers to musical compositions created by Filipinos.
Lyrics may be in Filipino, English, or any other language or dialect spoken in the Philippines.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Radio stations that fail to meet the minimum broadcast requirement will be fined ₱100.00 per violation.
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) may suspend or cancel the Certificate of Registration and Authority to operate after due hearing for repeated violations.

Regulatory Authority and Implementation

The National Telecommunications Commission is tasked with promulgating the necessary rules and regulations to enforce this order.

Effective Date

The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon signing by the President.

Purpose and Constitutional Mandate

Aims to increase the airplay of original Filipino music to support the growth of the local music industry.
Enforces the constitutional mandate to conserve, promote, and popularize the nation's cultural heritage, artistic creations, and to patronize arts and letters.

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