Media Advisory Council Creation and Regulation

Abolishes the previously created Mass Media Council under Presidential Decree No. 36.
Creates the Media Advisory Council, chaired by the President of the National Press Club.
A recognized civic leader is appointed co-chairman by the President of the Philippines.
Membership includes one representative each from the Manila Overseas Press Club, print media, radio, television, and other members designated by the President.

Responsible for approving applications of mass media entities seeking permission to operate.
No newspaper, magazine, periodical, publication, radio, television, or telecommunication station/network may operate without first securing a Certificate of Authority from the Council.
The Certificate of Authority is valid for six months and is renewable for successive six-month periods unless earlier terminated.
Existing publications at the time of the enactment may continue under their current permit until expiration.

Certificates of Authority issued by the Media Advisory Council are not valid until approved by the President of the Philippines.

The Council must organize itself immediately upon the decree's promulgation.
It must promulgate rules, regulations, and guidelines within 15 days of its formation for mass media operations.
The rules include sanctions for infractions, subject to Presidential approval.
The Council assumes the functions and prerogatives of the former Philippine Press Council and the Press Consultatives Panel, insofar as consistent with this decree.

Authorized to establish a secretariat to perform its functions and duties.
Required to submit monthly reports to the President detailing actions taken and recommendations on mass media operational matters.

The decree forms part of the law of the land and takes immediate effect.
It remains in force unless rescinded by the President or a duly authorized representative.