QuestionsQuestions (Republic Act No. 11350)
It is known as the “National Commission of Senior Citizens Act.”
It is under the Office of the President.
It shall establish its principal office in the National Capital Region and may set up field offices in coordination with appropriate government agencies.
A Chairperson and six (6) Commissioners, acting as a collegial body.
The Chairperson is the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission. The full Commission must meet at least once every month.
Six (6) years, without prejudice to reappointment by the President.
Of those first appointed: the Chairperson and two Commissioners hold office for six years; two Commissioners for four years; and two Commissioners for two years.
Appointment to any vacancy is only for the unexpired term of the predecessor.
Members must be: (1) citizens and residents of the Philippines; (2) at least 60 years old at the time of appointment; (3) of good moral character; (4) bona fide members of senior citizens associations; (5) holders of a college degree or have relevant experience in their affairs of senior citizens; (6) of good health and sound mind; (7) have not been convicted by final judgment of a crime involving moral turpitude; and (8) recommended by a general assembly of senior citizens organizations.
Yes. At least two (2) Commissioners shall be women.
Examples include: ensuring implementation of laws/policies/programs for senior citizens and recommending actions to Congress/President; formulating policies for promotion/protection of rights/well-being; conducting information/education campaigns; establishing cooperation/consultations with LGUs and national agencies; representing the Philippines in international fora; convening advisory bodies; developing mechanisms for selection/nomination of members.
It must develop appropriate mechanisms and procedures for the selection and nomination of the members for appointment by the President.
The Executive Director implements policies/rules/directives of the Commission and manages daily operations and coordinates/supervises offices. The Executive Director must be a Career Executive Service Officer and have at least five years of relevant experience in law, economics, commerce, management, social service, or finance.
The National Coordinating and Monitoring Board created by RA 9994 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010) is abolished.
All functions, programs, projects, and activities undertaken by DSWD for formulation, implementation, and coordination of social welfare and development (SWD) policies and programs for poor, vulnerable, and disadvantaged senior citizens.
After consultation with DBM, DSWD, DILG, League of Cities, League of Municipalities, and other stakeholders, the Commission must promulgate the IRR within 180 days from effectivity.
Appropriations: funding shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. Effectivity: takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.