Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 53)
The main purpose of Executive Order No. 53, s. 1998 is to amend Executive Order No. 292, s. 1996 by reorganizing the Consultative Committee advising the President on appointments of senior Philippine National Police officials and to streamline the appointment process for urgent cases.
The Executive Secretary chairs the Consultative Committee under Executive Order No. 53.
The Consultative Committee consists of the Executive Secretary, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (also Chairman of NAPOLCOM), one member of the Senate designated by the Senate President, one member of the House of Representatives designated by the Speaker, and other members the President may designate at his discretion.
The President may issue urgent appointments to senior police officials without prior evaluation or consultation with the Consultative Committee but must inform the Committee immediately after such issuance.
No, the Executive Order explicitly states that it does not limit, amend, or alter the President's authority under existing law regarding appointments.
The Executive Order took effect immediately upon signing on December 22, 1998.
The Secretary of the DILG serves as a member of the Consultative Committee and acts as the Chairman of the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM).
Yes, the President has the discretion to designate other members to the Consultative Committee as he sees fit.