Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 255)
An 'original Pilipino musical composition' refers to any musical composition created by a Filipino, regardless of whether the lyrics are in Pilipino, English, or any other language or dialect.
A minimum of four (4) original Pilipino musical compositions must be broadcast every clockhour on radio stations with musical format programs.
A fine of P100.00 per violation is imposed on the franchise holder or operator for failure to broadcast the required minimum number of original Pilipino musical compositions.
The NTC may, after due hearing, suspend or cancel the Certificate of Registration and Authority to operate the radio station if there are repeated violations of the Executive Order or its implementing rules and regulations.
The National Telecommunications Commission is tasked with promulgating the necessary rules and regulations to implement this Executive Order and enforcing compliance including penalties and possible suspension or cancellation of licenses for violations.
No. The compositions may have lyrics in Pilipino, English, or any other language or dialect, as long as they are created by a Filipino.
It applies specifically to all radio stations that have musical format programs.
The State's constitutional mandate to conserve, promote and popularize the nation’s historical and cultural heritage and artistic creations, and to patronize arts and letters, is cited as the basis for this Order.