FEDERAL EMPLOYEES BENEVOLENT FUND AND GROUP INSURANCE (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2023

ACT NO. XXI OF 2023

An Act further to amend the Federal Employees Benevolent Fund and Group Insurance Act, 1969

[Gazette of Pakistan, Extraordinary, Part-I, 18th May, 2023]

No. F. 9(47)/2022-Legis., dated 16.5.2023.–The following Act of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) received the assent of the President on 12th May, 2023 and is hereby published for general information:-

WHEREAS it is expedient further to amend the Federal Employees Benevolent Fund and Group Insurance Act, 1969 (II of 1969), for the purposes hereinafter appearing;

It is hereby enacted as follows:-

1. Short title and commencement.–(1) This Act shall be called the Federal Employees Benevolent Fund and Group Insurance (Amendment) Act, 2023.

(2) It shall come into force at once.

2. Amendment of Section 13, Act II of 1969.–In the Federal Employees Benevolent Fund and Group Insurance Act, 1969 (II of 1969), hereinafter called as the said Act, in Section 13, in sub-section (5), for the expression “9th day of February, 2015”, the expression “15th day of June, 2013” shall be substituted.

3. Amendment of Section 15A, Act II of 1969.–In the said Act, in Section I5-A, for the expression, “9th day of February, 2015”, the expression “15th day of June, 2013” shall be substituted.

In the ever-evolving landscape of federal employee benefits, the FEDERAL EMPLOYEES BENEVOLENT FUND AND GROUP INSURANCE (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2023 stands as a beacon of progress and innovation. This groundbreaking legislation introduces sweeping changes to the existing framework, revolutionizing the way federal employees access benevolent funds and group insurance. **Key Features:** **1. Expanded Coverage:** The amendment extends coverage to include a wider range of services and benefits, ensuring that federal employees receive comprehensive support in times of need. **2. Enhanced Accessibility:** With streamlined processes and improved infrastructure, accessing benevolent funds and group insurance has never been easier or more efficient. **3. Empowerment Through Choice:** The act empowers federal employees by providing them with a range of options to tailor their benefits package to suit their individual needs and preferences. **Benefits:** – Increased financial security for federal employees and their families. – Simplified and expedited access to crucial support services. – Customizable benefits packages to cater to diverse needs and circumstances. As we look towards the future, the FEDERAL EMPLOYEES BENEVOLENT FUND AND GROUP INSURANCE (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2023 represents a significant step forward in ensuring the well-being and prosperity of federal employees across the nation. Join us in celebrating this momentous occasion and embrace the positive changes it brings to the federal employee benefits landscape.

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