HB08837: Enacted into law "RA11350" on July 25, 2019 | AN ACT CREATING THE NATIONAL COMMISSION OF SENIOR CITIZENS, PROVIDING FOR ITS FUNCTIONS, ABOLISHING THE NATIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL AND MONITORING BOARD, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7432, AS AM
This bill seeks to create the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) to promote and protect the rights and well-being of senior citizens. The NCSC will ensure the implementation of laws and programs for senior citizens, conduct information campaigns, and establish cooperation with local government units and national government agencies.
The NCSC will be an independent body under the Office of the President, ensuring dedicated focus and attention to issues concerning senior citizens.