REPUBLIC ACTS Flashcards

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What is a Republic Act?

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An act passed by the Congress of the Philippines, while the form of government is Republican government.

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What does Republic Act 349 legalize?

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The use of human organs for surgical, medical and scientific purposes.

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What is required by Republic Act 1054?

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Commercial, industrial or agricultural establishments must furnish free emergency, medical and dental assistance to employees.

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What does Republic Act 1080 pertain to?

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Civil Service Eligibility.

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What is the focus of Republic Act 1082?

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The Rural Health Unit Act.

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What does Republic Act 1136 recognize?

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The Division of Tuberculosis in the Department of Health.

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What does Republic Act 1612 require?

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Privilege Tax/Professional tax/omnibus tax should be paid by January 31 of each year.

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What is the purpose of Republic Act 1891?

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To strengthen Health and Dental services in rural areas.

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What does Republic Act 2382 regulate?

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The practice of medicine in the Philippines.

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What is the focus of Republic Act 2644?

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The Philippine Midwifery Act.

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What does Republic Act 3573 mandate?

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The reporting of Communicable Diseases.

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What is the significance of Republic Act 4073?

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Liberalized treatment of Leprosy.

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What does Republic Act 4226 require?

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All hospitals to be licensed before they can operate.

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What qualifications does Republic Act 5181 prescribe?

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Permanent residence and reciprocity for examination or registration for the practice of any profession.

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What is the focus of Republic Act 5821?

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The Pharmacy Act.

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What does Republic Act 5901 stipulate?

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40 hours work for hospital workers.

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What is the main purpose of Republic Act 6111?

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The Medicare Act.

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What does Republic Act 6365 establish?

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A National Policy on Population and created the Commission on Population.

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What does Republic Act 6425 pertain to?

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The Dangerous Drug Act of 1992.

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What is the aim of Republic Act 6511?

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To standardize examination and registration fees charged by the National Boards.

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What does Republic Act 6675 promote?

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The Generics Act of 1988.

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What is the focus of Republic Act 6713?

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Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.

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What does Republic Act 6725 strengthen?

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The prohibition on discrimination against women in employment.

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What does Republic Act 6727 establish?

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Wage Rationalization.

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What does Republic Act 6758 standardize?
Salaries.
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What is the majority age according to Republic Act 6809?
18 years old.
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What does Republic Act 6972 mandate?
A day care center in every Barangay.
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What does Republic Act 7160 pertain to?
The Local Government Code.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 7164?
The Philippine Nursing Act of 1991.
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What does Republic Act 7170 govern?
Organ donation.
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What is the aim of Republic Act 7192?
Women in development and nation building.
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What does Republic Act 7277 establish?
The Magna Carta of Disabled Persons.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 7305?
The Magna Carta of Public Health Workers.
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What is the purpose of Republic Act 7392?
The Philippine Midwifery Act of 1992.
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What does Republic Act 7432 pertain to?
The Senior Citizen Act.
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What does Republic Act 7600 promote?
Rooming In and Breastfeeding.
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What does Republic Act 7610 provide?
Special protection of children against abuse, exploitation, and discrimination.
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What is the purpose of Republic Act 7624?
The Drug Education Law.
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What does Republic Act 7641 establish?
A new retirement law.
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What does Republic Act 7658 prohibit?
The employment of children below 15 years of age.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 7719?
The National Blood Service Act of 1994.
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What does Republic Act 7875 establish?
The National Health Insurance Act of 1995.
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What does Republic Act 7876 mandate?
A Senior Citizen Center in every Barangay.
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What is the purpose of Republic Act 7877?
The Anti-sexual harassment Act of 1995.
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What does Republic Act 7883 provide?
Benefits and incentives for Barangay Health workers.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 8042?
The Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipino Act of 1995.
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What does Republic Act 8172 pertain to?
The Asin Law.
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What does Republic Act 8187 provide?
The Paternity Leave Act of 1995.
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What is the aim of Republic Act 8203?
The Special Law on Counterfeit Drugs.
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What does Republic Act 8282 amend?
The Social Security Law of 1997.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 8291?
The Government Service Insurance System Act of 1997.
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What does Republic Act 8344 require?
Hospital Doctors to treat emergency cases referred for treatment.
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What is the purpose of Republic Act 8423?
Establish the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Medicine.
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What does Republic Act 8424 provide?
Personal tax exemption.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 8749?
The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999.
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What does Republic Act 8981 aim to do?
Modernize the Professional Regulation Commission.
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What is the focus of Republic Act 9165?
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
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What does Republic Act 9173 pertain to?
The Philippine Nursing Act of 2002.
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What does Republic Act 9288 establish?
The Newborn Screening Act.