RA 11916 Section 5

Transfer of Functions from the DSWD.

Section 5

SECTION 5. Transfer of Functions from the DSWD. — The implementation, distribution, and management of the social pension for senior citizens shall, in accordance with Section 11 of Republic Act No. 7742, as amended by Republic Act No. 11350, be transferred from the DSWD to the NCSC within a period not exceeding three (3) years from the effectivity of this Act. The absorption or transfer of regular or permanent and other employees of the affected offices and programs of the DSWD shall be done in accordance with applicable laws, including civil service laws, rules and regulations, and subject to the approval of the DBM.

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