Law Summary
Introduction
Executive Order No. 396, issued on June 1, 1960, amends Executive Order No. 226, dated January 2, 1957, which pertains to the establishment of a National Campaign Committee aimed at raising funds to support the objectives of the Jose Rizal National Centennial Commission.
Amendment to Membership
- Legal Provision: The amendment appoints two additional members to the National Campaign Committee.
- Key Definitions:
- National Campaign Committee: A body created under Executive Order No. 226 tasked with fundraising for the Jose Rizal National Centennial Commission.
- New Appointees:
- Mr. Roberto Oca: President of the Philippine Transport Workers Organization.
- Mr. Jose Hernandez: Secretary-General of the Philippine Trade Union Councils.
Objectives of the National Campaign Committee
- Legal Principle: The primary purpose of the National Campaign Committee is to raise funds necessary to implement the objectives outlined by the Jose Rizal National Centennial Commission.
- Key Details:
- The committee is integral to celebrating and promoting the legacy and contributions of Jose Rizal in the context of the centennial anniversary.
Execution and Authority
- Legal Authority: The Executive Order is enacted under the powers vested in the President of the Philippines.
- Important Requirements:
- The amendment's execution is formalized through signature by President Carlos P. Garcia and the Executive Secretary, Natalio P. Castillo.
Date and Location of Issuance
- Timeframe: The order was executed on June 1, 1960, in the City of Manila.
- Significance: This date marks the fourteenth year of Philippine Independence.
Key Takeaways
- Executive Order No. 396 enhances the composition of the National Campaign Committee by adding two significant members to aid in fundraising efforts for the Jose Rizal National Centennial Commission.
- The amendment reflects the ongoing commitment of the Philippine government to honor José Rizal's legacy during the centennial celebrations.
- The order is a formal exercise of presidential authority, executed within the legal framework established by previous orders.