PD 389 (Forestry Reform Code of the Philippines) Section 27

Authority of Department Head to Impose Fees or Require Special Deposits.

Section 27

SEC. 27. Authority of Department Head to Impose Fees or Require Special Deposits. — In addition to the taxes, fees and charges imposed under existing laws and regulations, the Department Head is hereby authorized to impose, upon recommendation of the Director and in consultation with representatives of the industries affected, such fees, or require special deposits, for the privilege to occupy or use a portion of the public forest, or harvest and utilize forest products.

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