Legislation
Approved March 28, 1956

Republic Act No. 1423

An act providing for the transmission free of charge within the philippines of mail matter and telegrams of the office of the president of the philippines

An Act Providing for the Transmission Free of Charge Within the Philippines of Mail Matter and Telegrams of the Office of the President of the Philippines

In plain language

This Act makes free of charge the transmission, reception, and delivery of mail matter and telegrams of the President of the Philippines within the Philippines, subject to a weight limit, envelope markings, and penalties for unauthorized use.

  • Free transmission of presidential mail and telegrams within the Philippines
  • Weight limit of 120 grams for mail addressed to non-government recipients
  • Envelope must display "President of the Philippines" and a penalty notice
  • Fine of up to 500 pesos for violations
  • Effectivity upon approval
Mail
Telegram
Free Transmission
Presidential
Philippines

REPUBLIC ACT No. 1423

An Act Changing the Name of the Sabang Elementary School in the Barrio of Sabang, City of Lipa, to G.B. Lontok Memorial Elementary School

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippine Congress Assembled:

Section 1

The name of the Sabang Elementary School in the barrio of Sabang, City of Lipa, is changed to G.B. Lontok Memorial Elementary School.

Section 2

This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved: June 10, 1956.

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