Justification for Inclusion of Civilian Personnel
- Recognition of the significant role played by civilian intelligence personnel in suppressing criminality, subversion, insurrection, and rebellion.
- Acknowledgment of the risks and dangers encountered similar to Armed Forces intelligence agents during hazardous missions.
- Aims to raise efficiency and morale and to promote professionalism within the intelligence service.
Longevity Pay Computation and Limits
- Longevity pay is granted in addition to the basic monthly salary.
- Equal to ten percent (10%) of the latest salary for every five (5) years of continuous service with government intelligence services and agencies, including the now-defunct National Intelligence Coordinating Agency.
- The total longevity pay shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the basic monthly salary.
Funding and Appropriation
- Initial implementation costs to be appropriated from savings of the National Intelligence and Security Authority and the Civil Intelligence and Security Agency.
- Subsequent funding to be included in the General Appropriations Act.
Legal Authority and Effectivity
- Issued under the authority of the President of the Philippines as Commander-in-Chief.
- Implemented pursuant to Proclamation No. 1081 and General Orders No. 1.
- Effective immediately upon issuance (April 1, 1974).