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PD 956 Section 2

Section 2

SEC. 2. Functions and powers of the Commission. The Commission shall have (a) Grant permits to persons who under its rules and regulations may be qualified to operate gaming activities authorized by law; (b) Revoke the said permit if under its rules and regulations, the conduct of the gaining activities justifies such revocation; (c) Supervise and regulate all gaming authorized by law, such as casino gambling, horse racing, jai alai and cockfighting, taking into consideration the protection of the betting public and the promotion of tourism; (d) Authorize the use of gaming equipment, paraphernalia and such other facilities by gaming establishments; (e) Prohibit the use of improper devices, drugs, stimulants, and other means as to artificially affect the results of any gambling game; (f) Suspend or revoke for a reasonable cause a license or permit issued by it; (g) Prepare its budget, and fix the number and compensation of its personnel in accordance with law; (h) Recruit, appoint, suspend, or terminate the services of its personnel in accordance with law; (i) Delegate its licensing and regulating' powers over cockfighting to any national or local agency; and (j) Issue rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this Decree.

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CitationPD 956 Section 2 (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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