Law Summary
Exemptions to Nepotism Restrictions
- Certain categories of employees are explicitly exempted from the nepotism restrictions.
- These include:
- Persons employed in a confidential capacity.
- Teachers.
- Physicians.
- Members of police forces in chartered cities.
- Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
- Despite the exemption, every appointment falling under these categories must be fully reported to the President.
Marriage and Nepotism Restrictions
- The amendment clarifies the effect of marriage between employees within the same office or bureau.
- If a member of a family, already appointed to a government position, marries someone employed in the same office or bureau, the nepotism restriction does not apply.
- Consequently, both husband and wife can be employed or retained in the same office or bureau.
Reporting Requirement
- Appointments exempted from nepotism restrictions must be reported directly to the President of the Philippines.
Legal Effectivity and Formalities
- The amendment was enacted in Manila on May 13, 1955, under the administration of President Ramon Magsaysay.
- The law was signed by the President and promulgated by the Assistant Executive Secretary, indicating its formal legal effectuation.