Validation and Ratification of Previous Payments
- Payments of per diem and allowances made by national government agencies/offices and GOCCs based on the miscellaneous provision of National Budget Circular No. 391 are ratified and considered valid.
- This ratification applies to all such payments made prior to this Executive Order’s promulgation.
Scope and Applicability
- The order applies specifically to officials and employees within regular government agencies/offices and GOCCs that comply with the National Position Classification and Compensation Plan.
- It also targets those entities recognized under Executive Order No. 151 and National Budget Circulars mentioned.
Effective Date
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon its signing and promulgation.
- This immediate effect ensures uninterrupted application and enforcement of the authorized rates of per diem and allowances.
Legal Authority and Confirmation
- The issuance of the Executive Order is made by the President of the Philippines under the legal powers vested in her by law.
- It confirms and solidifies previously granted authorities and payments concerning per diem and allowances.
- The confirmation ensures uniformity and compliance across government agencies and GOCCs.