Section 9May 1, 1991, Sec./Art. 9

Undisputed Cash Bonus. – Any undistributed amount due the workers shall, within three (3) months, be remitted to and held in trust by the DOLE for a period of three (3) years from the date of remittance, after which it shall be deemed forfeited in favor of the socioeconomic programs for sugar workers.

It shall be the duty of the Secretary of Labor and Employment to make at least three publications before the end of said three (3) year period and to make the corresponding radio announcements in radio stations operating in the area to inform the beneficiaries concerned regarding their unclaimed cash bonus. The said publications shall be made through local newspapers and by posting in conspicuous public places in the area where the concerned beneficiaries reside.

The forfeited amount, including its interests, shall be utilized for projects or programs in favor of the sugar workers as recommended by the Sugar Tripartite Council.