Title
Resetting of Franchise Case Hearings
Law
Ltfrb Memorandum Circular No. 95-001
Decision Date
Jan 25, 1995
Uncontested applications for public land transport franchises on newly-opened routes, previously suspended due to a Supreme Court Temporary Restraining Order, will now be rescheduled for hearing without the need for re-filing, as directed by the LTFRB.
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Procedural Directives

  • All relevant applications concerned were previously suspended due to a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) from the Supreme Court, dated June 20, 1994.
  • Applications that are uncontested will now be scheduled for hearing without the need for re-filing.
  • Hearings will be arranged chronologically based on the Board’s calendar and convenience.

Administrative Guidelines

  • The Local Transportation and Franchise Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is responsible for setting the hearings.
  • The memorandum circular is issued to ensure timely processing and fairness in hearing scheduling.

Legal and Procedural Implications

  • Applicants need not re-file their applications, thereby preventing redundancy and administrative delays.
  • The suspension caused by the Supreme Court’s TRO has been lifted in terms of hearing schedules.

Guidance and Implementation

  • Information provided through this circular serves as a directive and guidance for all concerned parties, including applicants and LTFRB officials.
  • Immediate compliance with the hearing resumption process is mandated effective January 25, 1995.

Authority and Adoption

  • Issued and adopted under the authority of the LTFRB Board Chairman and members, ensuring executive legitimacy.
  • Signed by Chairman Dante M. Lantin and Board Members Nabor C. Gaviola and Jesus C. Cruz on January 25, 1995.

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