What is Republic Act 7077 all about?
Republic Act 7077: Citizen Armed Forces or Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act. AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE ORGANIZATION, ADMINISTRATION, TRAINING, MAINTENANCE, AND UTILIZATION OF THE CITIZEN ARMED FORCE OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE PHILIPPINES AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
How do I become a Philippine reserve reservist?
Qualifications
- Filipino citizen.
- Physically and mentally fit for military training.
- At least high school graduate.
- 18 years old and above.
- Non-graduates of Basic ROTC Training.
What topic underlies Article v11 Section 38 of the RA 7077?
SEC. 38. Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). – Military training for students enrolled in colleges, universities and similar institutions of learning is mandatory pursuant to the provisions of the National Defense Act and the 1987 Constitution.
What is the role of reservist?
A reservist is a person who is a member of a military reserve force. Reservists usually go for training on an annual basis to refresh their skills. This person is usually a former active-duty member of the armed forces, and they remain a reservist either voluntarily, or by obligation.
How do you become a reservist?
You must meet these minimum requirements to join the National Guard or military reserves:
- Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.
- Be between the ages of 17 and 42 (general requirement range; age varies by branch).
- Pass an armed forces physical exam.
- Pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test.
Do reservists get paid?
Fundamentals About Reserve Pay. Like the active duty troops, Reservists also get basic pay, allowances where appropriate, and special pay where appropriate. But this pay is offered only for the periods of service the Reservists show up for including training, drill weekends, and active duty service when activated.
Who signed 7077 Act?
Corazon Aquino
“National service” shall consist of three main programs namely: civic welfare service, law enforcement service, and military service. Republic Act of 7077, also known as the Citizen Armed Force or Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act, is signed by Corazon Aquino into law on June 27, 1991.
Do Reservists fall under UCMJ?
A reservist of the United States Armed Forces must still comply with the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), as long as they are performing a duty that directly coincides with their reservist status.