Transfer of PRA to DPWH

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 586: Transfer of PRA to DPWH

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Transfer of PRA to DPWH

Law: Executive Order No. 586

Decision Date: Dec 8, 2006

Executive Order No. 586 transfers the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) from the Department of Finance to the Department of Public Works and Highways, streamlining the management and development of government-owned lands to maximize their potential and generate income for the government.

Law Summary

Mandate and Functions of the Philippine Reclamation Authority

PRA develops, improves, administers, deals in, subdivides, disposes, leases, and sells diverse real property owned or managed by the government.
Holds assets on behalf of the National Government.
Converts underutilized government land into income-generating real estate properties.
Delivers projects related to land development and urban renewal.

Characterization of PRA Projects

Reclamation, land development, and urban renewal are considered primarily public works projects.

Legal Authority for Reorganization

The President holds continuing authority under Section 31, Chapter 10, Title III, Book III of the Administrative Code of 1987 to reorganize government agencies.

Repeal and Modification of Contradictory Orders

All orders, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity Clause

The Executive Order takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

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