Section 14Sec./Art. 14

Sources of Funds and Operating Budget of the MDDA. - The amount necessary for the operations of the MDDA shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

The operations of the MDDA shall likewise be supported through financial contributions and technical assistance from member LGUs, national government agencies and government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs) and the private sector, and other local and international organizations in the form of grants, donations, contributions, payments, penalties, fees and charges.

In case of grants, in cash or in kind, from foreign governments or their agencies and instrumentalities, or multilateral institutions or organizations, acceptance thereof shall be subject to prior clearance and approval of the Council and the President of the Philippines or the authorized representative, based on the recommendation of the Secretary of Finance. In case of donations, in cash or in kind, from foreign governments, acceptance thereof shall require prior clearance and approval by the Council and the President of the Philippines, or the authorized representative based on the recommendation of the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.

The MDDA is likewise empowered to levy fines, and impose fees and charges for various services rendered.

The Council shall undertake continuing negotiations among the member LGUs and GOCCs to commit annual financial contributions for the operations of the MDDA.1aшphi1