Role of CCP and NCCA in Conferring the Order of National Artists
- Under EO 236, the Order of National Artists is conferred based on recommendations from the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).
Harmonization with Existing Laws and Administrative Code
- The amendment addresses the need to harmonize the awarding procedure with:
- Proclamation No. 1001, as amended by Proclamation No. 1144
- Presidential Decree No. 208
- Republic Act No. 7356
- Section 20, Chapter 7, Title I, Book III of Executive Order No. 292 (Administrative Code of 1987)
- The goal is to align procedures with the intent and purpose of these laws.
Recognition and Encouragement for National Artists
- Emphasizes due recognition of National Artists for their valuable cultural contributions.
- Encourages the spirit of excellence in arts and letters by honoring such individuals.
Amendments to Section 5 (IV) of EO No. 236: Order of National Artists
- The Order of National Artists includes:
- Order of National Artists (Order ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Sining)
- Order of National Scientists (Order ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Agham)
- Order of National Social Scientists (Order ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Agham Panlipunan)
- Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan (Award for National Living Treasures)
- Specific provisions for the Order of National Artists:
- Conferred pursuant to Proclamation No. 1001 (April 27, 1972) and Republic Act No. 7356.
- The NCCA and CCP advise the President on conferment.
- It is the highest national recognition for Filipinos with distinct contributions to the development and promotion of Philippine culture and the arts.
- The National Artist for Historical Literature, created under Executive Order No. 451 (October 9, 1997), is now included under the Order of National Artists.
Effectivity
- The amendment takes effect immediately upon signing on June 8, 2005, in Manila.
- Signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Executive Secretary Eduardo R. Ermita.