Title
Creation of the Order of Lapu-Lapu
Law
Executive Order No. 17
Decision Date
Apr 7, 2017
Executive Order No. 17 establishes the Order of Lapu-Lapu, a recognition for individuals who have supported campaigns on issues such as illegal drugs and corruption, through the awarding of three medals based on contributions, sacrifice, and participation.
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Categories of Medals within the Order of Lapu-Lapu

  • Lapu-Lapu Medal: For significant contributions to Presidential campaigns or advocacies
  • Kalasag Medal: For those who lost their lives or property due to participation
  • Kampilan Medal: For those seriously wounded or injured due to participation
  • Nominees are recommended by Heads of Agencies involved in relevant activities

Posthumous Awards

  • The Order may be awarded posthumously
  • Awards go to the legal heirs of the deceased
  • If no legal heirs, then the nearest kin may receive the award
  • If none, the President may designate a person to receive on behalf of the awardee

Nomination and Conferment Process

  • President confers the Order upon the recommendation of a Committee
  • Committee composition:
    • Chairman: Representative from the Office of the Executive Secretary
    • Members: Two representatives from the Presidential Management Staff

Design, Form, and Wearing of Medals

  • The Committee prescribes the physical characteristics and details
  • Includes design, manner of wearing, and other relevant particulars
  • Established through appropriate rules and regulations

Funding and Financial Provisions

  • Implementation funded from the available funds of the Office of the President

Legal Provisions on Separability

  • Invalid or unconstitutional provisions do not affect the remainder
  • Other provisions remain valid and enforceable

Effectivity

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance

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