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Republic Act No. 174 (RA 174) — An Act to Authorize the Printing and Issuance of Semi-Postal Stamps for the Rehabilitation of the National Library.

Republic Act No. 174 (RA 174) — An Act to Authorize the Printing and Issuance of Semi-Postal Stamps for the Rehabilitation of the National Library.

Republic Act No. 174 · Republic Act · Approved June 20, 1947 · 2 sections

Data as of July 4, 2026 · Compiled from an official source version. Later amendments or repeals may not be reflected; the official text prevails. · Read the official text ↗

Section 1

SECTION 1. To raise funds for the rehabilitation of the National Library, the various collections of which were practically wiped out during the war, the Director of Posts, subject to the approval of the Department Head, is hereby authorized to order the printing and issuance of semi-postal stamps with a face value showing the regular postage charge plus the additional amount destined for the purpose for which issued. The additional amount realized from the sale of these semi-postal stamps shall be deposited with the National Treasurer or his deputies, to be disbursed in favor of the special fund for which the stamps were issued, subject to the usual accounting and auditing regulations.

Section 2

SEC. 2. This Act shall take effect upon its approval. Approved, June 20, 1947.

Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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