Amendment on Archival Materials Committee

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 300: Amendment on Archival Materials Committee

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Title Supreme Court: Amendment on Archival Materials Committee

Law: Executive Order No. 300

Decision Date: Mar 10, 1971

Executive Order No. 300 amends Executive Order No. 164, designating the Chairman of the National Historical Commission as the new chairman of the committee responsible for coordinating and supervising the collation and preservation of archival materials and historical papers in the possession of government agencies in the Philippines.

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Committee's Functions and Responsibilities

The committee is responsible for:
- Collation of archival materials
- Collection of archival materials
- Identification of archival materials
- Classification of archival materials
- Reproduction of archival materials
- Release of archival materials
These responsibilities focus on materials possessed by government agencies, emphasizing preservation and proper management of historical documents.

Change in Chairmanship

The amendment specifically changes the chairmanship of the committee.
Instead of the Secretary of Education, the Chairman of the National Historical Commission is now designated as the committee chairman.
This change indicates a shift towards placing leadership with a body specialized in historical matters, presumably to enhance expertise in management of archival materials.

Legal Authority and Effectivity

The amendment is issued under the delegated powers of the President of the Philippines.
It carries the force of law upon issuance.
The order is signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos and countersigned by the Executive Secretary Alejandro Melchor.

Geographic and Temporal Context

The order was promulgated in Manila.
Dated March 10, 1971.

Broader Legal and Administrative Context

The change reinforces the institutional framework for preservation and management of government-held archives.
It reflects the Philippine government’s commitment to organizing and safeguarding historical records through formal structure and leadership arrangements.

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