Section 38
SEC. 38. For the purpose of promoting efficiency and effecting economy in the service, the proper Head of Department is hereby authorized to suppress or reduce any activity under his Department, transfer an activity from one division to another, add a new activity to any division, or consolidate into one or more divisions all activities and functions of a similar nature of the different bureaus and offices of a Department: Provided, That no transfer, addition or consolidation shall be made if it will result in duplication of work: And provided, further, That the personnel of such divisions, sections, or services as may, pursuant to the provisions of this Act, be placed under the immediate supervision of the Department Head, shall be subject to all the provisions of the Civil Service Law, rules and regulations governing the classified service.