Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 14)
The purpose is to establish the Presidential Commission on Year 2000 Compliance to address and coordinate efforts to mitigate the risks posed by the Year 2000 computer problem (Y2K Bug) to the nation's computer systems, infrastructure, and economy.
The Presidential Commission on Year 2000 Compliance was created by President Joseph Ejercito Estrada through Executive Order No. 14.
The creation is based on Section 24, Article II recognizing the role of communication and information in nation-building; Sections 10 and 12, Article XIV, emphasizing the importance of science and technology for national development, and the regulation and adaptation of technology for national benefit.
The Commission is composed of the Presidential Consultant on Computer Education as Chairman; Secretaries of Trade and Industry and Science and Technology; Managing Director of the National Computer Center; Director General of the Technology and Livelihood Resource Center; and three private sector representatives appointed by the President.
They must be persons of good moral character and recognized competence in information technology, law, economics, finance, banking, commerce, industry, or engineering.
They serve a term of three years.
Key functions include studying the extent and cost of Y2K damage, creating a two-year compliance plan, recommending incentives, regulating non-compliant IT products, promoting awareness, monitoring readiness, collaborating with other agencies, recommending necessary law amendments, and achieving Y2K compliance for government systems by September 30, 1999.
The Task is to be completed by September 30, 1999.
The Commission shall meet at least twice a month or as often as necessary.
The Chairman presides over meetings, implements decisions, and exercises overall supervision and control of the Commission’s operations and programs.
The Vice Chairman, elected from the members, acts as Chairman in such cases.
The Commission ceases to exist on June 30, 2000, unless extended by the President or an act of Congress.
Yes, the Commission can recommend modifications or amendments to existing laws, rules, and regulations to remove impediments for effective program implementation.
Yes, honoraria and allowances can be provided subject to existing rules and regulations.
To assist in administrative and technical functions headed by an Executive Director who holds office full-time and has relevant experience.