This memorandum serves to inform all university personnel about the internal guidelines established by Palawan State University regarding the grant of medical allowance, as per DBM Circular No. 2024-6 dated December 14, 2024.
Section 151 of the said DBM Circular provides:
“15.1 To ensure the achievement of the objectives of the allowance, as well as the judicious and prudent use of government funds, Agencies shall establish and issue their respective internal implementing rules, guidelines, and/or procedures on the release, use, and monitoring of the Medical Allowance, subject to the guidelines and limitations prescribed in this Circular."
These guidelines apply regardless of employment status—whether regular, casual, or contractual.