Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 921)
The beneficiaries are CIS civilian regular agents of the Philippine Constabulary and civilian agents of other intelligence units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Vacation and sick leave credits are covered under this Executive Order for accumulation and commutation.
No, CIS civilian regular agents of the Philippine Constabulary and civilian agents of other intelligence units of the AFP can accumulate vacation and sick leave credits in excess of ten (10) months, exceeding the usual limit.
They may commute leave credits if they are prevented from going on leave due to exigencies of the service, have at least five (5) months of leave credit, and can only commute up to two (2) months leave credits per year, subject to availability of funds.
Yes, they can choose to continue rendering work and receive corresponding pay and allowances or enjoy leave utilizing leave credits not commuted.
The Minister of National Defense has the authority to approve rules and regulations necessary to ensure systematic and equitable implementation of the Order.
The Chief of Staff is authorized to use the savings from the Major Services of the AFP for the purpose of leave commutation payments.
The Order took effect upon its approval on November 2, 1983.
The policy cited is to maximize the professionalism of civilian agents to ensure their efficiency and improve their morale, recognizing their exposure to dangers similar to military counterparts.