MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 134 - DIRECTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MEASURES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 344 IN GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS, BUILDINGS, ROADS, PARKS AND OTHER RELATED FACILITIES AND STRUCTURES PRIMARILY FOR PUBLIC USE

WHEREAS, the 1987 Constitution provides for the promotion of a just and dynamic social order that will ensure the prosperity and independence of the nation and free the people from poverty through policies that provide adequate social services promote full employment, a rising standard of living, and an improved quality of life for all; 

WHEREAS, the welfare of handicapped persons is among the priorities of the State;

WHEREAS, there is need for government to adopt and implement programs for the effective management of measures directed at enhancing the mobility of disabled persons; 

IN VIEW THEREOF, all departments, agencies, bureaus and offices of the Government, including state colleges and universities and government owned or controlled corporations are hereby directed to undertake the following:

Section 1. All heads of departments, agencies, bureaus and offices of the Government, including state colleges and universities and government owned or controlled corporations are directed to submit a detailed work and financial plan on how to implement the provisions of B.P. Blg. 344, taking into account the minimum requirements set forth by its implementing Rules and Regulations, to the Office of the President not later than July 31, 1991.

Sec. 2. Towards the full compliance with B.P. Blg. 344 as a long term goal, all departments, agencies, bureaus and offices of the Government, including state colleges and universities and government owned or controlled corporations are enjoined to include in their capital outlay the construction/incorporation of architectural facilities or structural features in their buildings, establishments, institutions or public utilities. 

Sec. 3. The work and financial plan to implement B.P. Blg. 344 shall include job descriptions that afford job opportunities for handicapped persons whom the government can hire after compliance with Civil Service rules and regulations. In this connection, all government agencies are encouraged to employ at least one (1) disabled person.

Sec. 4. The National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons shall oversee and monitor compliance with this Memorandum Circular. 

Sec. 5. This Memorandum Circular shall take effect immediately.

Manila, 21 May 1991

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