Law Summary
Composition and Structure of the National Information Technology Council
- Chairman: Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology.
- Co-Chairmen: Director General of the National Economic and Development Authority and a Private Sector Representative.
- Members: Secretaries of Trade and Industry; Education, Culture and Sports; Budget and Management; Transportation and Communication; Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education; Director General of TESDA; Managing Director of the National Computer Center; and one representative each from federations of private industries related directly to the IT sector.
- Private sector representatives, including the Co-Chairman, are appointed by the Council for terms not exceeding three years.
- The Council is mandated to establish a Secretariat composed of both government and private sector members to provide technical and administrative support.
- It may create committees, advisory bodies, and Technical Working Groups as necessary to achieve its objectives.
Funding and Budgeting of the National Information Technology Council
- The operational budget of the Council shall be sourced internally from its members.
- The specific budget contributions are to be determined and agreed upon by the Council.
Repealing Clause and Legal Effect
- All prior issuances, orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.
- This Executive Order takes effect immediately upon its signing, ensuring the amended provisions are enforceable right away.