Composition of the National Heroes Commission
- Chairman: Secretary of Education.
- Members include: Director of Public Libraries, Director of National Museum, and President of the Philippine Historical Association.
- The President may designate additional members from time to time.
Duties and Functions
- Prepare for centenary celebrations of selected national heroes, including publication of their works.
- Translate original writings and significant works about national heroes into English, Filipino, and major Philippine languages.
- Publish and distribute biographies of national heroes.
- Administer and appropriate funds donated by the public or government, with the President's approval.
- Determine which heroes should be honored with special public holidays, the scope (national or local), the manner of observance, and whether the birthday or death anniversary should be commemorated.
- Oversee the celebrations to ensure harmony, solemnity, and propriety.
Powers and Reporting Requirements
- The Commission may seek assistance from any government department, bureau, office, agency, or government-owned/controlled corporation.
- It must report to the President at least every six months regarding its activities and functions.
Legal Authority and Effectivity
- The law is promulgated by the President of the Philippines and is effective as of December 27, 1962.
- It abolishes the former Jose Rizal National Centennial Commission, transferring responsibilities to the new Commission.