Powers and Functions of the Presidential Adviser (PASGP)
- Advise the President and Agency for Regulation and Transport Authority (ARTA) on evidence-based policies to simplify government processes and reduce red tape.
- Undertake reviews and harmonization of agency processes to promote predictable business environments.
- Establish mechanisms for immediate response to presidential directives involving government units, including LGUs and government corporations.
- Provide policy guidance on ease of doing business matters, subject to the President’s approval.
- Monitor compliance of government agencies with RA No. 11517 and recommend sanctions for violations.
- Recommend investigations or actions against officials who do not comply with pertinent laws on ease of doing business.
- Perform additional functions as directed by the President.
Coordination and Cooperation
- PASGP to coordinate with ARTA to ensure harmonized, integrated, and non-duplicative government ease-of-doing-business programs.
- PASGP empowered to request assistance from any government official or employee necessary to fulfill duties.
- Heads of executive agencies mandated to cooperate fully with the PASGP within their mandate.
Public Participation
- Policies and regulations related to streamlining government processes shall include processes that ensure public participation.
- PASGP and ARTA shall consult national, local officials, experts, private stakeholders, and the public.
Funding
- Operational funds for OPASGP sourced from the current Office of the President’s budget.
- Future funding included in regular budget appropriations for the OP.
Repeal of Inconsistent Issuances
- All existing rules and orders inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
Separability Clause
- Invalidity of any part of the Order does not affect the remaining provisions.
Effectivity
- The Order takes effect immediately upon signing.