Transfer of Functions
- The duties and responsibilities formerly handled by the EIIB will be reassigned to other existing government agencies such as the Bureau of Customs and the National Bureau of Investigation.
- These agencies will perform these functions in accordance with their respective charters.
Disposition of Personnel and Transfer of Funds and Resources
- The Secretary of Finance is tasked with reviewing the status and necessity of EIIB personnel.
- Recommendations must be submitted to the President within thirty (30) days from the Order’s effectivity.
- Possible outcomes include termination of personnel or integration into the Department of Finance proper or other government agencies.
Legal Provisions on Unconstitutionality (Separability Clause)
- If any part or provision of the Executive Order is declared unconstitutional, such declaration shall not affect the validity or enforcement of the remaining provisions.
- The remainder of the Order shall continue to be effective as long as it is capable of being implemented on its own.
Repealing Clause
- All existing executive orders, rules, regulations, or other issuances that conflict with this Executive Order are revoked or modified accordingly to the extent of inconsistency.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.
Authority and Legal Basis
- The Order is issued by the President of the Philippines under authority granted by Section 77 of the General Provisions of Republic Act No. 8745 (FY 1999 General Appropriations Act).
- The powers exercised include the reorganization of government departments, bureaus, or agencies to streamline operations and prevent overlapping functions.