EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 199

: Franking privileges refer to the authorization granted to members of Congress that allows them to send official mail without payment of postage due to the volume of mail related to their legislative duties.
: The franking privileges were granted for the period from June 30, 1987 to August 30, 1987.
: Franking privileges were suspended due to the imposition of martial law starting on September 23, 1972, which affected the operations of Congress.
: The legal basis is the power vested in the President by law, allowing her to grant franking privileges by virtue of her executive powers.
: The purpose is to enable them to send official mail related to their office and legislative duties, especially from the time they take their oath until Congress convenes.
: The Executive Order took effect on June 30, 1987.
: Congress is expected to enact appropriate legislation granting its members franking privileges beyond the period covered by the Executive Order.