PRC Modernization Act of 2000 (RA 8981) Flashcards

1
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To effectively enforce the laws regulating the various professions, there is an urgent need to create a ___________ to administer, implement, coordinate, and supervise the various Boards of Examiners.

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three-man Commission

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Why is there a need to create a three-man Commission?

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  • To effectively enforce the law regulating the various professions.
  • To administer, implement, coordinate, and supervise the various Boards of Examiners.
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The _______________ shall be attached to the Office of the President for general direction and coordination.

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Professional Regulation Commission

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4
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The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) shall be attached to the ____________ for general direction and coordination.

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Office of the President

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5
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Creating the Professional Regulation and Commission and Prescribing its Powers and Functions

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PD 223

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6
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The names of the various Boards shall be changed by the Commission by deleting the word __________.

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“Examiners”

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7
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PD 223 is signed by _________.

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Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos

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8
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PD 223 was signed on ________.

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June 22, 1973

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9
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RA 8981

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PRC Modernization Act of 2000

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PRC Modernization Act of 2000

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RA 8981

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11
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When was RA 8981 approved?

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December 5, 2000

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12
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Which president signed RA 8981?

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Pres. Joseph Ejercito Estrada

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13
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Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 8981

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PRC Resolution No. 1 Series of 2001 (Feb. 15, 2001)

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14
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Two Important Functions of RA 8981

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  • To conduct and administer licensure examinations.
  • To regulate and supervise the practice of the professions.
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15
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How many PRBs do RA 8981 have partnership with?

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46

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16
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Section 1

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Title

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17
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It is an act modernizing the PRC, repealing for the purpose of PD 223.

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RA 8981: PRC Modernization Act of 2000

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18
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Section 2

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Statement of Policy

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19
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Section 3

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Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

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20
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A 3-man commission attached to the office of the President for general direction and coordination.

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Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

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21
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Section 4

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Composition

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22
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The Commission is composed of __________.

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  • 1 fulltime Chairperson
  • 2 fulltime Commissioners
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23
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The members of the Commission are appointed by the __________.

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President

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24
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The maximum term for each member of the Commission is _________.

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7 years

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25
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Are the members of the Commission allowed to be re-appointed?

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No

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26
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At the expiration of the Chairperson, most __________ shall temporarily assume and perform their duties and responsibilities.

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Senior Commissioners

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27
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Qualifications for the Commission

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  • At least 40 years of age
  • With valid COR/professional license
  • Valid professional ID/certificate of competency
  • Familiar with the principles and methods of professional regulation and/or licensing
  • At least 5 years of executive or management experience.
  • 1 Commissioner must be a past chairperson/member of the PRB.
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28
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Section 5

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Exercise of Powers and Functions of the Commission

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29
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According to Section 5 of RA 8981, the Commission shall __________.

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  • Sit and act as a body to exercise general functions.
  • Establish and maintain a high standard of admission.
  • Ensure and safeguard integrity of the examination.
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30
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According to Section 5 of RA 8981, the Chairperson shall __________.

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  • Presiding Officer: preside over meetings
  • Chief Executive Officer: implement policies and programs
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31
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Section 6

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Compensation and Other Benefits

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32
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the Chairperson __________.

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Shall receive compensation and allowance equivalent to that of a Department Secretary.

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33
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the Commissioners __________.

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Shall receive compensation and allowance equivalent to that of an Undersecretary.

34
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the members of the Commission are entitled to receive ___________.

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Retirement benefits

35
Q

According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the members of the Commission are entitled to receive retirement benefits provided under __________.

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RA 1568 as amended by RA 3595.

36
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Section 7

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Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Commission

37
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Section 8

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Regional Offices

38
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According to Section 8 of RA 8981, the Commission is ___________ as may be necessary to carry out their functions.

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authorized to create regional offices

39
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Section 9

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Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Various Professional Regulatory Boards

40
Q

The powers of the Medical Technology Board are classified as __________.

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  • Administrative
  • Quasi-legislative
  • Quasi-judicial
41
Q

According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ is concerned with the work of applying policies and enforcing orders as determined by proper governmental organs.

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Administrative Power

42
Q

According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ is otherwise known as “rule-making power.” It allows the MTB to make rules and regulations.

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Quasi-legislative Power

43
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ grants the MTB with the authority to hear and determine questions of fact.

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Quasi-judicial Power

44
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, the decision of the PRB shall, unless appealed to the Commission, become final and executory _________ from receipt of notice of judgment or decision.

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After 15 days

45
Q

According to Section 9 of RA 8981, the hearing shall be presided over by __________.

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At least 1 member of the board assisted by a Legal or Hearing Officer

46
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, submission of results in all subjects within __________ from the last days of exam unless extended by the Commission.

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10 days

47
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Section 10

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Compensation of the Members of the Professional Regulatory Board

48
Q

According to Section 10 of RA 8981, the compensation of the members of the PRB is ____________.

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Equivalent to at least 2 salary grades lower than the Commissioner.

49
Q

According to Section 10 of RA 8981, the compensation of the Chairperson of the Board is ____________.

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Monthly compensation of 2 steps higher than the salary grade of the Members

50
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Section 11

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Person to Teach Subjects for Licensure Examination on All Professions

51
Q

According to Section 11 of RA 8981, what are the qualifications of a person who teaches subjects for licensure examination?

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  • Holders of valid COR and valid professional license
  • Complies with other requirements of the CHED
52
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Section 12

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Assistance of Law Enforcement Agency

53
Q

According to Section 12 of RA 8981, any ________________ shall render assistance in enforcing the regulatory law of the profession.

A

Law Enforcement Agency

54
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Section 13

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Appropriations

55
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Section 14

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Authority to Use Income

56
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According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income not exceeding the amount of ____________.

A

PHP 45,000,000.00

57
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According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income a year for a period of ________.

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5 years

58
Q

According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income to implement the program for _________.

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Full computerization of the operations of the Commissions

59
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Section 15

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Penalties for Manipulation and Other Corrupt Practices in the Conduct of Professional Examinations

60
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, the following violations:
- Manipulates or Rigs LE results
- Secretly Informs or makes known LE prior
- Tampers with grades

have a penalty of ___________.

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Imprisonment: Not less than 6 years and 1 day to not more than 12 years.

Fee: PHP 50,000 to not more than PHP 100,000

61
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, accomplices will bear the following penalties:

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Imprisonment: 4 years and 1 day to 6 years

Fee: PHP 20,000 to not more than PHP 49,000

62
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, accessories will bear the following penalties:

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Imprisonment: 2 years and 1 day to 4 years

Fee: PHP 5,000 to not more than PHP 19,000

63
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, In case the offender is an officer or employee of the Commission or a member of the regulatory board, he/she shall be removed from office and shall suffer the penalty of __________.

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Perpetual absolute disqualification

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Section 16

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Penalties for Violation of Section 7-Subparagraph 1 by Heads of Government Agencies or Officers of Private Entities/Institutions

65
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According to Section 16 of RA 8981, any head of a government agency or officer/s of a private firm institution who violates Section 7-subpar. 1 will bear the following penalties

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Imprisonment: Not less than 6 months, not more than 6 years

Fee: Not less than PHP 50,000 to not more than PHP 500,000

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Section 17

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Implementing Rules and Regulations

67
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The Commission, Board, accredited Professional Organizations, DBM, CHED shall prepare and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations needed to implement the provisions of this Act within _____________.

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90 days

68
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Section 18

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Transitory Provisions

69
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Incumbent Commissioner

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Chairperson

70
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2 Incumbent Associate Commissioners

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Commissioners

71
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Incumbent Executive Director

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Assistant Commissioner without need of new appointment

72
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Section 19

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Separability Clause

73
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Section 20

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Repealing Clause

74
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Section 21

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Effectivity

75
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RA 8981 contains how many sections in total?

A

21

76
Q

Who is the chairman of the current Board of MT?

A

Dr. Marilyn A. Cabal-Barza

77
Q

Who is a member of the current Board of MT?

A

Dr. Leila Lany M. Florento

78
Q

Who is the current chairman of the PRC?

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Hon. Charito A. Zamora

79
Q

Who is the current Commissioner I of the PRC?

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Hon. Jose Y. Cueto, JR.

80
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Who is the current Commissioner II of the PRC?

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Hon. Erwin M. Enad