PD 97 Section 1

Section 1

SECTION 1. This Decree shall be known as the Philippine Merchant Marine Officers Law.

Other provisions in PD 97

Preamble
Section 2: Terms.
Section 3: Objectives.
Section 4: Implementation.
Section 5: Composition and Duties.
Section 6: Qualifications for Examiners.
Section 7: Terms of Office and Compensation.
Section 8: Date of Examination.
Section 9: Examination Rating.
Section 10: Registration and Issuance.

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CitationPD 97 Section 1 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

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

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