TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
First Regular Session
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s.Nrm
Introduced by Senator Raffy T. Tulfo
AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE REFORM AND REORGANIZATION OF 
THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD, REPEALING FOR THE PURPOSES REPUBLIC 
ACT NO. 9993, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD LAW 
OF 2009"
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is the third armed uniformed service of the 
country attached to the Philippines' Department of Transportation, tasked primarily with 
enforcing laws within Philippine waters, conducting maritime security operations, 
safeguarding life and property at sea, and protecting marine environment and resources.
The PCG is the oldest and only humanitarian armed service in the Philippines. Its 
beginnings could be traced back to the early 20th century when coast guarding was 
related to the protection of the customs services of the country and in patrolling the 
coastlines and harbor.
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) was established under Republic Act No. 5173, 
and its framework was significantly amended by Republic Act No. 9993 during the 14th 
Congress. Since the enactment of R.A. No. 9993 in 2009, there have been no new bills 
filed to address the evolving needs and challenges facing the PCG.
This gap underscores the need for continuous legislative attention to ensure that 
the PCG is adequately supported and equipped to fulfill its critical role and responsibilities 
in maritime safety, security, and environmental protection in the Philippines. As the 
maritime landscape continues to change and the increasing threats from illegal activities


and the impacts of climate change, it is essential to revisit and update the legislation 
governing the PCG to meet contemporary demands effectively, ensuring that it can serve 
the nation effectively in safeguarding its vast maritime domain and interests.
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought.
R^FFY T. TUL^dy^


TWENTIETH CONGRESS OF THE 
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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First Regular Session 
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SENATE
S. No. 438
Introduced by Senator Raffy T. Tulfo
AN ACT
PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE REFORM AND REORGANIZATION OF 
THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD, REPEALING FOR THE PURPOSES REPUBLIC 
ACT NO. 9993, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD LAW 
OF 2009"
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled:
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Section 1. Short Title.-Vn\s Act shall be known as the "Revised Philippine Coast
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Sec. 2. Philippine Coast Guard. - The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), established
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under Republic Act No. 9993 as an armed and uniformed service to the Department of
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Transportation (DOTr) shall continue as such upon the effectivity of this Act: Provided,
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That in times of war as declared by Congress, the PCG or parts thereof, shall be attached
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to the Department of National Defense (DND).
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Sec. 3. Organization. - The PCG organizational structure shall be headed by a
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Commandant with the rank of Admiral and shall be assisted by the Deputy Commandant
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for Operations and Deputy Commandant for Administration, both with the rank of Vice
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Admiral. It shall be organized into three (3) core functional commands: the Maritime
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Safety Services Command, the Marine Environmental Protection Command, and the
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Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command. To enhance the core functions of the PCG,
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a) Administrative support commands consisting of the Education and Training, 
Internal Affairs Service, Financial Management, Human Resource 
Management Service, and Logistics;
b) The operational support commands consisting of the Fleet, Weapons, 
Communications, Electronics and Information System Service, Special 
Operations Force, Aviation Force, Civil Relations Service Command, Canine 
Force, and Coast Guard Intelligence Force, and other operational 
commands as may thereafter be created as needed;
c) The technical services consisting of the Coast Guard Legal Service, Medical 
Service, Ecumenical Service, Dental Service, Veterinary Service, Medical 
Administrative Corps, Nurse Corps, and other technical services that may or 
hereinafter be created as needed;
d) Ofjerating commands consisting of the sixteen (16) districts located 
nationwide covering specific areas of responsibilities, composed of stations 
shall have field offices called substations down to detachments or posts. 
These coast guard districts, which will also function as implementing units 
whose annual budget shall be strictly release to them, are: National Capital 
Region-Central Luzon (CGD NCR-CL), Central Visayas (CGD CV), 
Southwestern Mindanao (CGD SWM), Southeastern) Mindanao (CGD SEM), 
Palawan (CGD PAL), Western Visayas (CGD WV), Southern Visayas (CGD 
SV), Southern Tagalog (CGD STL), Northern Mindanao (CGD NM), Bicol 
(CGD BCL), Northwestern Luzon (CGD NEL), Southern Mindanao (CGD SM), 
Northeastern Mindanao (CGD NEM), and Coast Guard districts in the 
BARMM (CGDs BARMM); Provided, That the PCG may create other districts 
subject to existing laws; and
e) The Special Services consisting of the Legislative Liaison Affairs, Community 
Relations Service, Finance Service, Internal Audit, and Center for Strategic 
Studies.
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recommend to reorganize districts, commands, services or units under the PCG to 
the Secretary of Transportation for adoption and submission to the Secretary of 
Budget and Management for approval: Provided, That the minimum manning level 
of the PCG shall be sufficient to support its mandates, which shall be filled in 
accordance with the enlistment schedule approved by the Department of Budget 
and Management: Provided, further. That the functional commands, administrative 
support commands, operational support commands, operating commands, 
technical services, and special services shall be authorized and designated to 
perform all duties and functions of the PCG within their individual areas of 
responsibility, including finance and procurement.
Sec. 4. Powers and Functions of the PCG. - The PCG shall have the following 
powers and functions:
a) Enforce regulations in accordance with all relevant maritime international 
conventions, treaties, or instruments, and national laws for the promotion 
of safety of life and property at sea within the maritime jurisdiction of the 
Philippines and conduct port state control implementation;
b) Conduct random inspections on all merchant ships and vessels, including 
inspections prior to departure, to ensure and enforce compliance with 
safety standards, rules and regulations;
c) Detain, stop, or prevent a ship or vessel which does not comply with safety 
standards, rules, and regulations from sailing or leaving port;
d) Conduct emergency readiness evaluation on merchant marine vessels;
e) Issue and enforce rules and regulations for the promotion of safety of life 
and property at sea on all maritime-related activities, subject to the 
approval of the Secretary of the DOTr;
f) Determine, fix, or prescribe charges, rates, and penalties, as may be 
necessary, to implement its provisions, as well as the provisions of laws, 
issuances, decrees, and orders related to the implementation of PCG 
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g) Coordinate, develop, establish, maintain, and operate aids to navigation, 
vessel traffic system, maritime communications, and search and rescue 
facilities within the maritime jurisdiction of the Philippines;
h) Remove, destroy, or tow to port sunken or floating hazards to navigation, 
including illegal fish traps and vessels, at or close to sea lanes which may 
cause hazards to the marine environment;
i) Issue permits for the salvage of vessels and to supervise all marine salvage 
operations and wreck removal, and to auction the abandoned vessels or 
wrecks to defray the expenses of such removal, as well as prescribe and 
enforce rules and regulations governing the same;
j) Render aid to persons and vessels in distress, and conduct search and 
rescue during maritime accidents within the maritime jurisdiction of the 
Philippines, including the high seas, in accordance with applicable 
international conventions. In the performance of this function, the PCG may 
enlist the services of other government agencies and the merchant marine 
fleet;
k) Investigate and inquire into the causes of all maritime accidents involving 
death, casualties, and damage to properties;
l) In coordination with other relevant government agencies, enforce, and 
maintain maritime security, prevent or suppress terrorism at sea, and 
perform law enforcement functions in accordance with pertinent laws, 
rules, and regulations;
m) Assist m the enforcement of laws on fisheries, immigration, tariff and 
customs, forestry, firearms and explosives, human trafficking, dangerous 
drugs and controlled chemicals, transnational crimes, and other applicable 
laws within the maritime jurisdiction of the Philippines;
n) Board and inspect all types of merchant ships and watercrafts in the 
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p) Develop oil spill response, containment, and recovery capabilities against
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r) Organize, train, and supervise the PCG Auxiliary (PCGA) for the purpose of
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pertaining to the assistance and support that the Armed Forces of the
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Philippines (AFP) should extend to the PCG to enhance the latter's capability
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t) To conclude international agreements specifically for the purpose of
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procuring its own materials and equipment through competitive bidding or
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Sec. 5. The PCG Commandant. -The PCG shall be headed by a Commandant who
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shall have the rank of Coast Guard Admiral: Provided, That he or she shall be appointed
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by the President of the Philippines from among the flag officers in the Coast Guard service.
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He or she shall hold a Command-at-Sea badge and must have served as District
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carrying the rank of Vice Admiral. The Commandant shall have a maximum term of three
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a) Elaborate and execute national maritime laws relating to the functions of 
the PCG, under the authority and direction of the President;
b) Direct and control tactical as well as strategic movements, deployment, 
placement, or utilization of the PCG or any of its units and personnel, 
including its equipment, facilities, and other resources: Provided, That the 
Commandant may delegate this power to subordinate officials with respect 
to the units under the latter's command, subject to the guidelines as the 
Commandant may prescribe in accordance with existing laws, rules, and 
regulations.
c) Prescribe m accordance to existing laws the organization or re-organization, 
powers, functions and duties of the various staff, services, installation, and 
other units of the PCG;
d) Issue policies and instructions regarding personnel, funds, properties, 
records, correspondence, and such other matters as may be necessary to 
effectively carry out the functions, powers, and duties of the PCG, 
accordance with existing laws, rules, and regulations.
e) Approve the recommendation of the different promotion or assignment 
boards and ensure observance of merit and fitness in the process of 
promotion and assignment;
0 Exercise disciplinary authority over all uniformed personnel and non- 
uniformed personnel of the PCG; and
g) Perform any task or directive issued by the President of the Philippines: 
Provided, That such command and direction of the Commandant may be 
delegated to subordinate officials with respect to the units under the latter's 
respective commands, subject to the guidelines as the Commandant may 
prescribe under existing laws.
Sec. 7. Personnel. -The PCG shall consist of the following personnel categories:
a) Officers or those uniformed members commissioned as officer by the 
President of the Philippines or the Secretary of the Department of 
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b) Non-officers or those uniformed members with ranks below commissioned 
officers and performing jobs specific to their occupational specialty. Non­
officers are further classified into three: strikers, or those in grades E- 1 to 
E-3; junior non-commissioned officers, or those in grades E-4 to E-6; and 
senior non-commissioned officers, or those with equivalent grades of E-7 to 
E-10;
c) Non-uniformed personnel appointed and employed under civil service laws, 
rules, and regulations;
d) Probationary ensigns called to active duty but awaiting commissionship into 
the PCG or awaiting training;
e) Draftees who have completed basic training and are awaiting enlistment 
into the PCG active service;
f) Cadets enrolled in service academies under the sponsorship of the PCG;
g) Candidates undergoing training for commissionship; and
h) Trainees undergoing training to qualify as member of non-officers' corps of 
the PCG:
Provided, That the ranks and grades of all uniformed personnel in the PCG, 
whether officers or non-officers, shall be the same and equal to that used 
and observed in the AFP and Philippine National Police (PNP).
Sec. 8. Ranks and Grades of PCG Officers. -The ranks and grades of PCG Officers 
shall be as follows:
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Admiral
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the Coast Guard service: Provided, That other board professions not listed may still
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be recruited as part of the technical stream upon verification of the PCG of its need
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Sec. 10. Officer Rank Distribution. - The officer rank distribution of the PCG shall
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be as follows: two percent (2%) in the Flag Officer rank; six percent (6%) in the rank of
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Captain; twelve percent (12%) in the rank of Commander; eighteen percent (18%) in
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the rank of Lieutenant Commander; twenty percent (20%) in the rank of Lieutenant
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Senior Grade; and forty-two percent (42%) in the ranks of Lieutenant Junior Grade and
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Ensign: Provided, That such distribution is based on the ratio between officers and non-
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officers which is one (1) officer for every seven (7) non-officers: Provided, further, That
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if the actual number in a rank is less than the numberl6 prescribed in a lower rank, the
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Provided, That if the actual number in a rank, except in the case of Coast Guard 
Admiral and Coast Guard Vice Admiral, is less than the number herein prescribed, the 
difference may be applied as an increase to the number prescribed in the lower rank: 
Provided, further. That no officer shall be promoted to the rank of Coast Guard 
Commodore or higher unless there is an existing vacancy, and the officer is occupying a 
position in the table of organization that requires the rank of which is being considered 
for promotion.
Sec. 12. Maximum Tenure in Rank. -The maximum tenure of officers in the ranks 
of Captain and Flag Officer in the PCG are hereby prescribed as follows:
Rank 
Maximum Tenure in Rank
Admiral 
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Vice Admiral 
three (3) years
Rear Admiral 
three (3) years
Commodore 
five (5) years
Captain 
ten (10) years
Unless earlier separated, retired, or promoted to the next higher rank or occupying 
a position calling for the higher rank in the PCG Table of Organization, Captains and Flag 
Officers shall be retired upon the attainment of the maximum tenure in rank herein 
prescribed, or upon reaching the age of compulsory retirement whichever comes earlier: 
Provided, That Captains or flag officers who have not reached age of retirement shall be 
retired due to attrition if they have at least twenty (20) years in service; otherwise it shall 
be separation from service.
Sec 13. Maximum Tenure in Position of the Commandant - The Commandant is 
hereby limited to a maximum tenure of three (3) years, unless otherwise earlier relieved 
by competent authority or compulsorily retired under existing laws: Provided, That except 
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Sec. 15. Maximum Tenure in Rank for Non-officers. -The maximum tenure of 
senior non-officers in the ranks of Chief Petty Officer to First Master Chief Petty Officer in 
the PCG are as follows:
Maximum Tenure in Rank 
Three (3) years 
Five (5) years 
Eight (8) years 
Ten (10) years
Any non-officer holding lower ranks than the above who stays in a rank for 10 
years without being promoted to the next higher rank shall be evaluated by the Re­
enlistment Fitness Board who shall verify suitability to continue in service and submit a 
recommendation for the approval of the Commandant: Provided, That the original 
enlistment term in the PCG shall be three (3) years and subsequent re-enlistment shall 
be for the term of six (6) years, with the application for re-enlistment to be reviewed by 
the Re-enlistment Fitness Board for recommendation to the Commandant for approval:
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positions in the PCG. The head of the non-uniformed personnel shall occupy a rank of
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Director III and shall be appointed by the President upon recommendation of the
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Officers shall be approved by the President of the Philippines upon the recommendation
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of the Secretary of the DOTr. Appointments of all PCG non-officers shall be made by the
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PCG Commandant.21 Appointments of PCG officers, which shall be in the initial rank of
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Coast Guard Ensign shall be through a commissionship into service by the DOTr Secretary
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ecumenical clerics shall be in the rank of Lieutenant Senior Grade; dentists and
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veterinarians shall be Lieutenant Junior Grade; while nurses shall be commissioned in the
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rank of Ensign. Appointment of other technical professions that may be required later
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Sec. 18. Basic Qualification for Uniformed Personnel. - To qualify as officer or non-
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officer of the PCG, the applicant shall, at the time of application, have:
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a) Natural-born Philippine citizenship;
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promotion boards: Provided, That promotion boards shall submit the results
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of their deliberation to the Commandant for approval and corresponding
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President for approval;
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recommendation shall be submitted to the Commandant for approval:
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examination, and minimum time-in-grade as applicable for specific ranks.
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Sec. 20. Gender Sensitivity Program. - Gender concerns shall be addressed in all
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planning activities,' setting of priorities, allocating of resources and identifying actions
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and activities of the PCG, which shall also incorporate a gender-sensitive perspective m
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the implementation of such plans and programs.
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budget, projects, structures and mechanisms, including hiring, promotions, assignment,
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training opportunities, pay, and benefits. A gender perspective shall likewise be integrated
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insignia and badges to denote rank, specialty, and assignment including uniforms,
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decorations and awards, all of which shall be submitted to the National Historical Institute
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for registration in the
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shall be administered by the PCG under such rules and regulations as may be promulgated
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Sec. 22. Legal Assistance. - The Secretary of the DOTr or the Commandant of the
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member of the PCG charged with an offense or crime resulting from the performance or
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on occasion of official duty. The government lawyers so authorized shall have the power
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to administer oaths.
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personnel herein shall be entitled to receive a special counsel allowance or lawyer's
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incentive pay amounting to not more than fifty percent (50%) of their base pay which
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filed for or against the PCG or its personnel in relation to the performance of PCG
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functions. Legal officers assigned therein shall automatically be entitled to SCA or LIP.
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Sec. 23. Power to Administer Oath. - Officers of the PCG in the active service with
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the grade of 0-5 or when designated with appropriate orders as administrative officer of
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a unit, shall have the power to administer oaths on matters which are connected with the
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performance of their official duties. Senior non-commissioned officers (grades E-7 to ElO)
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who are designated through appropriate orders, as Chief-Master-At-Arms (CMAA) or unit
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master chief are also empowered to administer oaths.
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Sec. 24. Maritime and Coast Guard Attache. -The PCG shall have maritime and
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Sec. 25. Salaries and Other Benefits. -The uniformed personnel of the PCG shall
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receive the same base pay, hazard pay, and other benefits and allowances as are now or
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hereafter authorized for corresponding salary grades and ranks in the AFP. The salaries
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and allowances27 of the non-uniformed personnel of the PCG shall be in accordance with
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Sec. 26. Longevity Pay and Allowances. - Uniformed personnel of the PCG shall
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be entitled to a longevity pay of ten percent (10%) of their basic monthly salaries for
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every five (5) years of continuous active service, which shall be reckoned from the date
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of actual service in the PCG: Provided, That the totality of such longevity pay shall not
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exceed fifty percent (50%) of the basic pay. They shall also continue to enjoy the
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subsistence allowance, quarters allowance, clothing allowance, cost of living allowance,
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hazardous duty pay, and other collateral allowances such as sea duty pay, flying pay,
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special counsel allowance, occupational specialty pay, instructors duty pay, combat pay
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for officers and non-officers of the PCG performing combat duties/activities or engaged
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in actual performance of duties as defined in regulations to be issued by the
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Commandant, and all other applicable allowances provided by existing laws. Provided,
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further. That the PCG shall, subject to approval of the President, issue a specific policy
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pertaining to collateral allowances for specific duties actually performed. All collateral
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allowances shall be reflected in the pay slip of qualified personnel.
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Sec. 27. Uniformed Personnel Missing In Action.- The survivors of any officer or
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non-officer who, while in the performance of duty, is officially confirmed missing in action,
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kidnapped, or captured by lawless elements shall be entitled to receive the same pay and
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allowances to which such officer or non-officer is entitled from the time of the latter's
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medical assistance fund sourced from the PCG's Annual Budget Plan as reflected in the
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rehabilitation of personnel arising from injuries suffered on occasion of or in the
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performance of official functions until such time that the PCG hospital is fully operational.
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personnel shall refer to services rendered as an officer and non-officer, cadet, trainee, or
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for purposes of retirement, the personnel shall have rendered at least ten (10) years of
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retirement. Service rendered as cadet in any service academy in the Philippines or abroad
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probationary officer, draftee, or trainee shall be included in computing the years in active
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service for retirement purposes if such personnel joins the service right after graduation.
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through compulsory retirement, optional retirement upon reaching twenty (20) years in
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service, disability discharge, expiration of enlistment term, voluntary resignation, attrition,
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dismissal for cause, or death. The separation of non-uniformed personnel of the PCG shall
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b) Retirement Pay. - A monthly retirement pay equivalent to fifty percent
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retirement pay and benefits of an Ensign: Provided, further. That a Master Chief Petty
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optional retirement are entitled to receive monthly retirement pay upon retirement:
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Provided, finally, That upon retirement, an officer or non-officer is entitled to receive a
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lump sum equal to thirty-six (36) months of the monthly retirement pay.
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in action resulting in total permanent disability shall be computed at the rate of ninety
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percent (90%) of the monthly base and longevity pay based on one grade higher than
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adjustment on the prevailing scale of base pay of uniformed personnel in the active
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their qualified survivors, shall receive a separation pay equivalent to one-month base plus
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longevity pay based on the permanent salary grade the officer and non-officer holds at
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the time of separation for every year of active service: Provided, That in the case of an
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officer in the grade of Captain or higher, who incurs physical disability in the line of duty,
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the basis of separation pay shall be one grade higher than the salary grade held by such
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officer at the time of separation: Provided, further. That cadets, candidates, trainees, and
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draftees who voluntarily resign from service shall not be entitled to any separation pay.
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monthly life annuity, equivalent to fifty percent (50%) of the base and longevity pay
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computed based on one grade higher than the permanent salary grade last held by the
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deceased officer and non-officer at the time of death: Provided, That survivors of cadets,
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candidates, trainees, and draftees who died during training through their own fault or
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negligence shall not be entitled to this benefit.
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suffer total permanent physical disability in the line of duty or during training without
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having accumulated at least twenty (20) years of satisfactory active service shall be
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entitled to a monthly life annuity, equivalent to fifty percent (50%) of the base and
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longevity pay computed based on one grade higher than the permanent salary grade last
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held by the officer or non-officer when the disability occurred: Provided, That the extent
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of the disability or sickness which renders such member unfit or unable to further perform
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the duties of the position held shall be certified by the appropriate government hospital:
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permanent physical disability during training through their own fault or negligence shall
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and may claim benefits after such uniformed personnel dies in line of duty or the
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pensioner dies. The following criteria shall apply:
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retirement/separation and not legally separated by judicial decree from the
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deceased issued on grounds not attributable to said spouse: Provided, That
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incapable of self-support due to a mental or physical defect acquired prior
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annuity equivalent to seventy-five percent (75%) of the officer or non-officer's retirement
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or separation benefits, to be divided among them in equal shares and with the right of
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accretion. Survivorship benefits for non-uniformed personnel shall be governed by the
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proximate result of wounds or injuries sustained or sickness or disease acquired in the
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line of duty shall receive a monthly disability pension as follows:
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a) If and while the disability is rated twenty-five percent (25%) - Five thousand
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The officer or non-officer receiving the benefits under this section may be 
required to undergo periodic physical and medical examination to determine 
the extent of disability for purposes of adjusting the disability pension.
Sec. 39. Old-Age Pension. - A retired PCG uniformed personnel who is at least 
sixty-five (65) years of age shall be entitled to old-age pension amounting to Five 
thousand pesos (P5,000.00) monthly and an additional amount of One thousand seven 
hundred pesos (PI, 700.00) monthly upon reaching the age of seventy (70): Provided, 
That only retired PCG uniformed personnel who shall have been honorably discharged or 
retired after at least twenty (20) years total PCG active service or sooner separated while 
in the active service in the PCG due to disability arising or incurred in actual operations 
or performance of duties are entitled to receive this monthly benefit.
Sec. 40. Application of Related Laws on Retirement and Separation of Uniformed 
Personnel. - The retirement system under Presidential Decree No. 1638, as amended, 
and the provisions of Republic Act No. 8220, Republic Act No. 9365, and other similar 
applicable laws, insofar as not
inconsistent with applicable provisions of this Act, shall be given suppletory effect.
Sec. 41. Incentives and Awards. - There shall he established an incentives and 
awards system which shall be the same and equal as that used and observed in the AFP 
and PNP, including the Medalya ng Kagitingan (Medal of Valor) to be administered by a 
board under such rules, regulations and standards as may be promulgated by the PCG: 
Provided, That equivalent awards shall be given by the PCG for every award duly given 
by respectable civic organizations in a nationwide selection for outstanding achievement 
and/or performance of any member: Provided, further, that in the case of non-uniformed 
personnel, the system of incentives and awards shall be approved and in accordance with 
the civil service laws, rules, and regulations.
Sec. 42. Disciplinary System. -The PCG shall adopt the PCG Code of Conduct which 
shall be applicable to all its uniformed personnel. Non-uniformed personnel shall be 
covered under the disciplinary rules of the Civil Service. The Commandant shall be 
assisted by the Coast Guard Internal Affairs in enforcing discipline and order within its 
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disciplinary powers over personnel under their command. The PCG shall within six (6) 
months from the effectivity of this Act, issue policies, rules, and procedures applying the 
PCG Code of Conduct based on the provisions of Commonwealth Act No. 408, as amended 
by Republic Act No. 516, Republic Act No. 242, Presidential Decree No. 1968 and 
Presidential Decree No. 1166.’ Provided, That for non-uniformed personnel, the PCG shall 
issue rules and procedures implementing Book VII of Executive Order No. 292 and 
applicable Civil Service laws, administrative rules and issuances: Provided, further, That 
in times of war, during which the PCG or any of its offices is attached to the DND, the 
military justice system of the AFP shall apply.
Sec. 43. Disciplinary Authority. -The Commandant exercises disciplinary authority 
at any time over all personnel of the PCG. The authority to discipline shall also be 
exercised by unit commanders and Commanding Officers including Station Commanders, 
Sub-Station Commanders, and heads of Morning Report Carrying Units.
Sec. 44. Jurisdiction. - A complaint or a charge filed against a PCG member shall 
be heard and decided exclusively by the disciplining authority who has acquired original 
jurisdiction over the case notwithstanding the existence of concurrent jurisdiction as 
regards the offense.
Sec. 45. Dismissal of PCG Personnel. - The Commandant, after due notice and 
summary hearing, may immediately remove or dismiss any PCG personnel found guilty 
of an offense meriting dismissal. Major unit commanders may recommend dismissal in 
any of the following cases:
a) In cases of drug abuse where subsequent confirmation test confirms the 
use of prohibited drugs;
b) When the administrative charge is serious and the evidence of guilt is 
strong;
c) When the respondent is a recidivist or has been repeatedly charged and 
there are reasonable grounds to believe that he is guilty of the charges; 
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absent without approved leave for at least thirty (30) calendar days shall 
be considered on absence without official leave (AWOL) and shall be 
presumed voluntarily resigned: Provided, That he shall be informed, by 
registered mail, at his address appearing on his 201 file of his separation 
from the service not later than five (5) calendar days from the effectivity 
thereof.
The dismissal of PCG non-uniformed personnel shall be governed by Civil 
Service laws, rules, and regulations.
Sec. 46. Coast Guard Inspector General and Internal Affairs Service (CGIG-IAS). - 
To maintain accountability in government service through discipline and efficiency, there 
shall be an Internal Affairs Service in the PCG. The CGIG-IAS shall foster and promote 
accountability in government service within the PCG and follow the basic principles of 
integrity, objectivity, independence, confidentiality, professionalism, competence, 
courage, trust, honesty, fairness, forthrightness, public accountability, and respect for 
others and themselves. It shall have the power to investigate and inquire into all activities 
of the PCG units and personnel, review processes, procedures, and operations to 
determine if such were conducted effectively and efficiently.
The personnel of the CGIG-IAS whether officer or non-officer, who are performing 
actual investigative duties, including PCG personnel who perform investigative duties, 
shall be granted occupational specialty pay which shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of 
their basic pay and shall be reflected in their pay slip for the work performed: Provided, 
that such personnel shall not be entitled to the occupational specialty pay under Section 
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Sec. 47. Organization of a PCG Auxiliary (PCGA). - The PCG shall continue to 
maintain, supervise, develop and train the PCGA as a non - uniformed personnel volunteer 
organization under the direct control and supervision of the PCG Commandant. The PCGA 
shall assist the PCG in the promotion of safety of life and property at sea, the preservation 
of the marine environment and its resources, the conduct of maritime search and rescue, 
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Training Program, youth development, recreational safety, and other related activities.
Sec. 48. Lateral Entry. - Active members of other uniformed services under the 
AFP, PNP, Bureau of Fire Protection, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and 
Bureau of Corrections may join the PCG through lateral entry. The rank for officers eligible 
for such entry must not be higher than Lieutenant Commander, or Petty Officer Second 
Class for non-officers. Notwithstanding the corps they wish to join, all entrants shall only 
be accepted if, on or before time of entry, they; (a) are not under investigation, (b) are 
not on absence without leave (AWOL) status, (c) are not serving sentence, whether 
administrative or criminal, (d) have not been issued reprimand in the last two (2) years, 
or (e) have not received an unfavorable rating in the latest performance rating.
However, if an entrant possesses specific skills that may not be readily developed 
in new recruits, lateral entry may be allowed for ranks higher than those mentioned 
above: Provided, That the new entrant can serve at least ten (10) years in PCG active 
service prior to reaching the mandatory retirement age.
Sec. 49. Exemption from Attachment, Taxes, Charges and Fees. - Subject to the 
pertinent provisions of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as amended, all 
retirement benefits granted by this Act shall not be subject to attachment, levy, execution, 
or any tax of whatever nature.
In the establishment and operation of radar and radio stations and other 
communication facilities, the PCG shall not be subject to payment of charges and fees as 
imposed by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC): Provided, That the PCG 
shall only use frequencies as may be allowed or assigned by the NTC consistent with 
international regulations and guidelines.
Except as provided in the preceding paragraph, the PCG shall, in the performance 
of its functions, enjoy such rights and privileges enjoyed by other governmental and law 
enforcement agencies, instrumentalities, and government-owned and -controlled 
corporations such as exemption from registration application for license, and payment of 
fees as imposed by other governmental agencies or regulatory bodies. Should the PCG 
be required to register or to file application, the fees to be charged shall only be in such
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issuance of the permit, license, or certificate.
Sec. 50. Grants, Bequests, Donations and Loans. - Subject to the prior approval 
and clearance of the President or his authorized representative, the PCG may receive 
grants, bequests, and donations whether from local or foreign sources for purposes 
relevant to their functions.
The Secretary of Transportation may enter into loan agreements with foreign 
financial institutions, subject to the review of the Monetary Board of the Bangko Sentral 
ng Pilipinas and the Department of Finance.
Sec. 51. PCG Properties and Lighthouse Reservations. -The PCG shall continue to 
exercise exclusive ownership, possession, management, control, and supervision over all 
properties transferred to it by virtue of Executive Order No. 475 dated 30 March 1998 
and Executive Order No. 477 dated 15 April 1998, such as vessels, watercrafts, firearms, 
armaments, munitions, communications and electronic equipment, vehicles, buildings, 
real state, lighthouse stations, and reservations.
Sec. 52. Establishment and Expansion of Coast Guard Bases, Equipment and 
Facilities. - In coordination with other appropriate government agencies, the PCG shall 
develop and enhance its capabilities in the performance of Its mandated functions and 
establish its strategic presence. To this end, the PCG shall, through the guidance of 
Congress, draft its development plan that shall reflect its asset, equipment, and facility 
requirement that includes but is not limited to floating assets, laboratories, land-based 
support facilities, land mobility, arms and ammunition, rescue and hospital ship, maritime 
monitoring surveillance and communications system, port facilities, and air assets and 
stations.
Sec. 53. Implementing Rules and Regulations. -Not later than one hundred twenty 
(120) days from the effectivity of this Act, the PCG shall, after approval by the Secretary 
of Transportation, issue the rules and regulations for the implementation of this Act.
Sec. 54. Appropriations. -The amount necessary for the initial implementation of 
this Act shall be charged against the current year's appropriations of the PCG. Thereafter, 
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this Act shall be charged against the current year's appropriations of the PCG. Thereafter, 
such amount shall be included in the General Appropriations Act.
Sec. 55. Transitory Provisions. - All previous appointments and promotions of PCG 
uniformed personnel made prior to the enactment of this Act shall remain valid and 
subsisting.
Sec. 56. Adjustment of Retirement Benefits and Pension Indexation. - The 
retirement benefits of personnel affected by the implementation of Republic Act No. 9993, 
Joint Resolution No. 4, s. 2009, and Joint Resolution No. 1 s. 2018, shall be adjusted as 
follows: (a) For non-officers
whose retirement benefits were affected by the implementation of Republic Act No. 9993, 
any discrepancies resulting from the application of this Act and Republic Act No. 9993 
shall be returned to the retiree. This adjustment shall also apply to the indexation of 
pensions to base pay scale adjustments affected by Republic Act No. 9993; (b) The 
retirement benefits of personnel holding the ranks of admiral and vice admiral, who were 
adversely affected by Joint Resolution No. 4, s. 2009, entitled: "Joint Resolution 
Authorizing the President of the Philippines to Modify the Compensation and Position 
Classification System of Civilian Personnel and the Base Pay Schedule of Military and 
Uniformed Personnel in the Government, and for Other Purposes," and Joint Resolution 
No. 1 s. 2018, entitled: "Joint Resolution Authorizing the Increase in Base Pay of Military 
and Uniformed Personnel in the Government, and for Other Purposes", shall be adjusted 
to align with the benefits of their contemporary ranks of General and Lieutenant General 
in the AFP and the PNP.
Furthermore, personnel affected by the aforementioned joint resolutions shall be 
paid the corresponding difference in pay and allowances resulting 
from these adjustments.
Sec. 57. Separabiiity Ciause. - If for any reason, any provision of this Act is declared 
unconstitutional or invalid, such parts not affected thereby shall remain in full force and 
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decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations, and other issuances or parts thereof 
inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
Sec. 59. Effectivity. -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
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