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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 344: Creation of Political Adviser Office in PRRD

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Title Supreme Court: Creation of Political Adviser Office in PRRD

Law: Executive Order No. 344

Decision Date: Aug 9, 2004

Executive Order No. 344 establishes the Office of the Political Adviser within the Office of the President to enhance legislative coordination and political coalition efforts, while creating the Offices of Political Coalition Affairs and Constituency Affairs to foster government support and participation from various political parties and societal sectors.

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Coordinating and Oversight Functions of the OPA

The OPA has oversight authority over several key offices:
- Presidential Legislative Liaison Officer (PLLO)
- Office of Political Coalition Affairs (OPCA)
- Office for Constituency Affairs (OCA)
This oversight does not diminish the intrinsic powers and functions of these offices.

Establishment of the Office of Political Coalition Affairs (OPCA)

The OPCA is created and led by an Executive Director.
It focuses on fostering participation and support from political parties and groups for the government’s program.
The existing Political Affairs Office is merged into the OPCA and is restructured accordingly.

Establishment of the Office for Constituency Affairs (OCA)

The OCA, also headed by an Executive Director, is created to manage relations with basic sectors and various constituencies.
It aims to facilitate their involvement in the development and implementation of government programs.

Organizational Structure and Staffing

The Executive Directors of OPCA and OCA, in coordination with the Political Adviser, will design and implement organizational structures and staffing patterns for their offices.
Staffing includes administrative and technical personnel as necessary for effective function.
Organizational plans require the approval of the Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management.

Abolition of the Legislative Secretariat

The Legislative Secretariat within the Office of the President is abolished.
Its functions, duties, responsibilities, personnel, and budget are transferred to the PLLO.

Funding and Budgeting

The operational expenses of OPA, OPCA, and OCA are to be funded from the existing Office of the President's budget.
Future budget requirements will be prepared through regular government budgeting procedures.

Repealing Clause

Any laws, issuances, orders, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.

Immediate Effectivity

This Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance on August 9, 2004.

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