Category: Disability Laws

Disability Laws and International Conventions

APPROVAL OF THE INCREASE IN THE HONORARIUM OF THE NGO REPRESENTATIVE MEMBERS OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD, BOARD RESOLUTION NO.13 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO.13 SERIES OF 2024   APPROVAL OF THE INCREASE IN THE HONORARIUM OF THE NGO REPRESENTATIVE MEMBERS OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD   WHEREAS, Section 3 of Executive Order (EO) No. 709 titled “Redefining the Functions and Organizational Structure of the National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons” identified the composition of continue reading : APPROVAL OF THE INCREASE IN THE HONORARIUM OF THE NGO REPRESENTATIVE MEMBERS OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD, BOARD RESOLUTION NO.13 SERIES OF 2024

APPROVAL OF THE NCDA’s PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE FOR FY 2026, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 12 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 12 SERIES OF 2024   APPROVAL OF THE NCDA’s PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE FOR FY 2026   WHEREAS, Executive Order No. 709, entitled “Redefining the Functions and Organizational Structure of the National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons which is Renamed as the National Council on Disability Affairs and Attached to the continue reading : APPROVAL OF THE NCDA’s PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE FOR FY 2026, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 12 SERIES OF 2024

RESOLUTION REINFORCING EXPRESS OR PRIORITY LANES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES PURSUANT TO REPUBLIC ACT NOS. 9442 AND 10754, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 11 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 11 SERIES OF 2024   WHEREAS, Section 1(e) of Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10754, entitled “An Act Expanding the Benefits and Privileges of Persons with Disability (PWD)”, amending Section 32 of R.A. No. 7277, states that persons with disability are entitled to express lanes in all commercial and government establishments; in the continue reading : RESOLUTION REINFORCING EXPRESS OR PRIORITY LANES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES PURSUANT TO REPUBLIC ACT NOS. 9442 AND 10754, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 11 SERIES OF 2024

URGING MEMBERS OF NCDA GOVERNING BOARD TO DEVELOP AN INFORMATION MATERIAL ON DISABILITY AWARENESS AND SENSITIVITY AND CONDUCT ORIENTATION WITHIN THEIR ORGANIZATIONS AND RESPECTIVE ATTACHED AGENCIES, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 10 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 10 SERIES OF 2024   URGING MEMBERS OF NCDA GOVERNING BOARD TO DEVELOP AN INFORMATION MATERIAL ON DISABILITY AWARENESS AND SENSITIVITY AND CONDUCT ORIENTATION WITHIN THEIR ORGANIZATIONS AND RESPECTIVE ATTACHED AGENCIES WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 7277 otherwise known as Magna Carta for Persons with Disability as amended, declares as a policy to continue reading : URGING MEMBERS OF NCDA GOVERNING BOARD TO DEVELOP AN INFORMATION MATERIAL ON DISABILITY AWARENESS AND SENSITIVITY AND CONDUCT ORIENTATION WITHIN THEIR ORGANIZATIONS AND RESPECTIVE ATTACHED AGENCIES, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 10 SERIES OF 2024

RESOLUTION ON THE TRANSFER OF THE PHILIPPINE REGISTRY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES SYSTEM FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 09 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 09 SERIES OF 2024   RESOLUTION ON THE TRANSFER OF THE PHILIPPINE REGISTRY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES SYSTEM FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS   WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 7277, known as the “Magna Carta for Persons with Disability,” as amended, mandates under Rule IV, Section continue reading : RESOLUTION ON THE TRANSFER OF THE PHILIPPINE REGISTRY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES SYSTEM FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS, BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 09 SERIES OF 2024

REQUESTING GOVERNMENT AGENCIES OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD AND SUB-COMMITTEES TO INCLUDE DISABILITY-RELATED FIELDS IN THE CLIENT TRANSACTION FORM AND ONLINE PORTAL AS PART OF ITS SERVICE STANDARDS – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 8 SERIES OF 2024

Republika ng Pilipinas NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS   BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 8 SERIES OF 2024   REQUESTING GOVERNMENT AGENCIES OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD AND SUB-COMMITTEES TO INCLUDE DISABILITY-RELATED FIELDS IN THE CLIENT TRANSACTION FORM AND ONLINE PORTAL AS PART OF ITS SERVICE STANDARDS  WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 11032 also known as Ease of Doing continue reading : REQUESTING GOVERNMENT AGENCIES OF THE NCDA GOVERNING BOARD AND SUB-COMMITTEES TO INCLUDE DISABILITY-RELATED FIELDS IN THE CLIENT TRANSACTION FORM AND ONLINE PORTAL AS PART OF ITS SERVICE STANDARDS – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 8 SERIES OF 2024

RESOLUTION EXPANDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUB-COMMITTEE ON ACCESS TO JUSTICE AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION, AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 6. SERIES OF 2012 – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 7 SERIES OF 2024

Republika ng Pilipinas NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS   BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 7  SERIES OF 2024   RESOLUTION EXPANDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUB-COMMITTEE ON ACCESS TO JUSTICE AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION, AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 6. SERIES OF 2012  WHEREAS, the Philippines is a State Party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of continue reading : RESOLUTION EXPANDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUB-COMMITTEE ON ACCESS TO JUSTICE AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION, AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 6. SERIES OF 2012 – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 7 SERIES OF 2024

APPROVAL OF THE RECOMMENDED TOP APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION OF INFORMATION OFFICER V – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 5 SERIES OF 2024

Republika ng Pilipinas NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 5 SERIES OF 2024 APPROVAL OF THE RECOMMENDED TOP APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION OF INFORMATION OFFICER V WHEREAS, Section 7, Rule III of the 2017 Omnibus Rules on Appointments and Other Human Resources Actions (2017 ORAOHRA), titled Procedures in the Preparation of Appointments states continue reading : APPROVAL OF THE RECOMMENDED TOP APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION OF INFORMATION OFFICER V – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 5 SERIES OF 2024

A RESOLUTION DELEGATING APPROVAL OF SUCCEEDING COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS AND/OR ITS EQUIVALENT TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS CHAIRPERSON AND DESIGNATED OFFICIALS – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 4 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 4 SERIES OF 2024 A RESOLUTION DELEGATING APPROVAL OF SUCCEEDING COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS AND/OR ITS EQUIVALENT TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS CHAIRPERSON AND DESIGNATED OFFICIALS WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 7277 as amended, otherwise known as the “Magna Carta for Persons with Disability,” establishes policies and mandates for the rehabilitation, self-development, and continue reading : A RESOLUTION DELEGATING APPROVAL OF SUCCEEDING COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS AND/OR ITS EQUIVALENT TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS CHAIRPERSON AND DESIGNATED OFFICIALS – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 4 SERIES OF 2024

AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 1, SERIES OF 2024, “A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE CRITERIA IN THE SELECTION OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGO) REPRESENTATIVES TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS(NCDA) BOARD” – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3 SERIES OF 2024

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3 SERIES OF 2024 AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 1, SERIES OF 2024, “A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE CRITERIA IN THE SELECTION OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGO) REPRESENTATIVES TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS(NCDA) BOARD” WHEREAS, the NCDA Governing Board (the “Board”) approved NCDA Board Resolution No. 01 Series of 2024 (the “Board continue reading : AMENDING NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 1, SERIES OF 2024, “A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE CRITERIA IN THE SELECTION OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGO) REPRESENTATIVES TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS(NCDA) BOARD” – BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3 SERIES OF 2024

2024 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations Batas Pambansa Blg. 344

Downloadable Files: 1. Amended IRR BP 344 Official Gazette – PDF File   BP 344 IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS (IRR) AMENDMENTS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSIBILITY    GENERAL PROVISIONS   Accessible Ramps   Changes in level shall require a ramp except when served by a dropped sidewalk, curb ramp, an elevator, or other mechanical device.   continue reading : 2024 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations Batas Pambansa Blg. 344

Declaring the First Week of August of Every Year as Sight-Conservation Week – Proclamation No. 40 – 07/05/1954

PROCLAMATION NO. 40, July 05, 1954 DECLARING THE FIRST WEEK OF AUGUST OF EVERY YEAR AS SIGHT-CONSERVATION WEEK   WHEREAS, a preliminary survey made by the Philippine Eye Bank shows that approximately 40,000 blind Filipinos could have saved their sight if the necessary precautions had been taken; and WHEREAS, this fact points up the necessity continue reading : Declaring the First Week of August of Every Year as Sight-Conservation Week – Proclamation No. 40 – 07/05/1954

Declaring the Period of 17 to 23 July of Every Year as “National Disability Rights Week” – Proclamation No. 597

Malacanang Palace Manila BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 597 DECLARING THE PERIOD OF 17 TO 23 JULY OF EVERY YEAR AS “NATIONAL DISABILITY RIGHTS WEEK” WHEREAS, Section 11, Article II of the Constitution declares it a policy of the State to value the dignity of every human person and guarantee full respect continue reading : Declaring the Period of 17 to 23 July of Every Year as “National Disability Rights Week” – Proclamation No. 597

BOARD RESOLUTION NO.2 SERIES OF 2024, CREATING THE NCDA SUB-COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL AMATEUR SPORTS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES (NASPA)

BOARD RESOLUTION NO.2 SERIES OF 2024   CREATING THE NCDA SUB-COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL AMATEUR SPORTS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES (NASPA)   Whereas, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) share a common advocacy in creating an equitable environment for persons with disabilities; Whereas, there is a need to increase the continue reading : BOARD RESOLUTION NO.2 SERIES OF 2024, CREATING THE NCDA SUB-COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL AMATEUR SPORTS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES (NASPA)

2024 REVISED RULES ON GRANTING SPECIAL DISCOUNTS TO SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITY ON PURCHASE OF BASIC NECESSITIES AND PRIME COMMODITIES, JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 24-02 Series of 2024

JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 24-02 Series of 2024   Subject: 2024 REVISED RULES ON GRANTING SPECIAL DISCOUNTS TO SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITY ON  PURCHASE OF BASIC NECESSITIES AND PRIME COMMODITIES   WHEREAS, pursuant to Republic Act (RA) No. 9994 (RA9994), or the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010, amending RA Nos.7432 and 9257; continue reading : 2024 REVISED RULES ON GRANTING SPECIAL DISCOUNTS TO SENIOR CITIZENS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITY ON PURCHASE OF BASIC NECESSITIES AND PRIME COMMODITIES, JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 24-02 Series of 2024

Monitoring and Evaluation of, Accountability for, and Learning from (“MEAL”) the Implementation of Section 36 of the General Provisions under Fiscal Year 2023 General Appropriations Act (GP 36 under FY 2023 GAA) or Equivalent Provision in the Years Thereafter Entitled “Programs and Projects Related to Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities”, JOINT MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 1 SERIES OF 2023

DEPARTMENT OF BUDGET AND MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS JOINT MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 1 SERIES OF 2023 Monitoring and Evaluation of, Accountability for, and Learning from (“MEAL”) the Implementation of Section 36 of the General Provisions under Fiscal Year 2023 General Appropriations Act continue reading : Monitoring and Evaluation of, Accountability for, and Learning from (“MEAL”) the Implementation of Section 36 of the General Provisions under Fiscal Year 2023 General Appropriations Act (GP 36 under FY 2023 GAA) or Equivalent Provision in the Years Thereafter Entitled “Programs and Projects Related to Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities”, JOINT MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 1 SERIES OF 2023

A Resolution Strongly Recommending the Civil Service Commission to Conduct a Civil Service Examination Day Exclusive To Persons With Disabilities Every National Disability Prevention And Rehabilitation Week and International Day Of Persons With Disabilities Celebrations – NCDA Board Resolution 3 S 2023 pdf

NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO.3 SERIES OF 2023   A Resolution Strongly Recommending the Civil Service Commission to Conduct a Civil Service Examination Day Exclusive To Persons With Disabilities Every National Disability Prevention And Rehabilitation Week and International Day Of Persons With Disabilities Celebrations Download the PDF File here: NCDA BOARD RESOLUTION NO 3 SERIES OF continue reading : A Resolution Strongly Recommending the Civil Service Commission to Conduct a Civil Service Examination Day Exclusive To Persons With Disabilities Every National Disability Prevention And Rehabilitation Week and International Day Of Persons With Disabilities Celebrations – NCDA Board Resolution 3 S 2023 pdf