First chief master sergeant explained

The rank of first chief master sergeant in the Armed Forces of the Philippines was passed in a bill filed by Senator Rodolfo Biazon back in July 2004. It is expected that President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo will sign it very soon, enabling the rank to be created.^[1]

Rank's Aim

• According to Bill Number 1286, the creation of the first chief master sergeant aims to professionalize the Armed Forces of the Philippines, especially in allowing its soldiers to choose a better career while serving in the army. The ranks are to be considered as non-commissioned officer ranks.^[2]

See also

• First master chief petty officer

External links

• Philippine Senate bill of 13th Congress with explanation

Notes and References

1. http://philstar.com/philstar/NEWS200611080416.htm "GMA ready to sign amended VAT law"
2. http://www.senate.gov.ph/bills/sbn-1286.pdf "Section 2 of Bill 1286"