Title
Reorganization and salary upgrade of NBI lawyers
Law
Executive Order No. 942
Decision Date
Mar 13, 1984
In order to address difficulties in recruiting and retaining qualified lawyers, Executive Order No. 942 reorganizes the National Bureau of Investigation in the Philippines, upgrading salaries and streamlining positions to enhance effectiveness and responsiveness. The reorganization aims to promote efficiency in the service and is funded by salary savings within the NBI.

Law Summary

Authority Granted to NBI Director for Reorganization

  • The NBI Director is authorized to reorganize legal and administrative staff within three months from the order's effectivity.
  • Reorganization aims to promote efficiency in service delivery.
  • Non-reappointment or refusal of appointment results in entitlement to the money value of accumulated vacation and sick leaves and retirement benefits.
  • If the affected employee does not qualify for retirement benefits, a severance pay equal to one month’s salary per year of service (considering fractions over six months as a full year) is payable from NBI’s salary savings.

Funding Source for Implementation

  • Funds necessary for salary adjustments and other implementation costs shall be sourced from the NBI’s salary savings.

Immediate Effectivity

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance, ensuring prompt implementation.

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