Implementing Rules and Regulations Amendment No. 3
The amendments to the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 8439, known as the Magna Carta for Scientists, Engineers, Researchers, and other Science and Technology Personnel in Government, involve the deletion of specific provisions. Notably, the amendments remove the entitlement to a health insurance package for science and technology personnel, as well as the stipulations regarding the distribution of consultancy fees and compensation from private sector engagements. The changes aim to streamline policies related to funding for science and technology activities in government agencies. These amendments will take effect fifteen days after publication.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Magna Carta for Scientists, Engineers, Researchers and Other Science and Technology Personnel in Government (Republic Act No. 8439)
- Date Enacted
- Subcategory
- Science and Technology
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
October 14, 2003
MAGNA CARTA FOR SCIENTISTS, ENGINEERS, RESEARCHERS AND OTHER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PERSONNEL IN GOVERNMENT (REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8439)
IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS AMENDMENT NO. 3
The following amendments to the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 8439, entitled: "AN ACT PROVIDING A MAGNA CARTA FOR SCIENTISTS, ENGINEERS, RESEARCHERS AND OTHER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PERSONNEL IN GOVERNMENT", are hereby adopted: IDTSaC
1. Deletion of Section 10.3, Rule II which reads as follows:
Sec. 10. Medical Examination
Sec. 10.3. S&T personnel shall be entitled to a health insurance package benefit covering the above-cited services, including hospital room and board, doctor's fee, surgeon's fee, and other related expenses based on the insurance package to be adopted by the DOST.
2. Deletion of Section 1.2.5, Rule IV which reads as follows:
Sec. 1. Consultancy Services
Sec. 1.2.5 The DOST and the Institute/Agency shall have a share of ten percent (10%) of the total consultancy fee. The accumulated fund shall be considered as trust receipts pursuant to existing laws and shall be used to support S&T activities as approved by the agency head. Other agencies may adopt the same policy.
3. Deletion of Section 2.2.5, Rule IV which reads as follows:
Sec. 2. Detail to Private Sector
Sec. 2.2.5 The mother agency shall have a share of a minimum of five percent (5%) of the total compensation received from the private entity. The accumulated fund shall be considered as trust receipts and shall be used to support S&T activities as approved by the head of the agency.
These amendments shall take effect fifteen days after publication.
(SGD.) ESTRELLA F. ALABASTROSecretary
Cite This Law
Implementing Rules and Regulations Amendment No. 3, Magna Carta for Scientists, Engineers, Researchers and Other Science and Technology Personnel in Government (Republic Act No. 8439), Oct 14, 2003 (Philippines)
Implementing Rules and Regulations Amendment No. 3, Magna Carta for Scientists, Engineers, Researchers and Other Science and Technology Personnel in Government (Republic Act No. 8439) (Phil. 2003)
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