Transfer of Astronomical and Space-related Functions.
Section 14
SEC. 14. Transfer of Astronomical and Space-related Functions. - To consolidate the functions of the PhilSA, the following shall be transferred from their parent agency: (a) Philippines Space Science Education Program of the Science Education Institute, Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI); (b) The transfer of funds, functions, assets, equipment, properties, transactions, personnel of the affected agencies, among others, shall be completed within a specified period to enable such transfer smoothly from their parent agencies to the PhilSA; and (c) The filling up of positions in the PhilSA shall be subject to the provisions of Republic Act No. 6656, or the Security of Tenure of the Personnel. Nothing in this Act shall diminish the functions and responsibilities of the support agencies.