LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 458

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LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 458: Increase of stipend for state scholars

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Title Supreme Court: Increase of stipend for state scholars

Law: Letter Of Instructions No. 458

Decision Date: Sep 8, 1976

Philippine Jurisprudence case highlights the implementation of Letter of Instructions No. 458, which increased stipend allowances and provided an annual book allowance for national state scholars, improving their access to financial support for education.

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: It is addressed to the Secretary of Education and Culture and the Commissioner of the Budget.
: The stipend is increased to an amount not exceeding P3,000 per school year or P300 per month.
: No, the stipend is exclusive of tuition and other school fees.
: Yes, there is an annual book allowance of P500 granted to each scholar.
: The funding is to be sourced from the Special Activities Fund.
: The increase took effect on September 1, 1976.
: The government’s concern for the educational interest, welfare, and upliftment of poor and deserving students.
: The Budget Commissioner is directed to release the necessary funds to implement the increased rates.

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