Delegation of Appointment Power to Local Government Secretary

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 342: Delegation of Appointment Power to Local Government Secretary

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Delegation of Appointment Power to Local Government Secretary

Law: Executive Order No. 342

Decision Date: Nov 28, 1988

Corazon C. Aquino delegates the authority to appoint certain local officials to the Secretary of Local Government, revoking previous orders and ensuring immediate implementation.

Law Summary

Applicable Sections of the Local Government Code

The delegation covers appointments under the following sections of the Local Government Code:
- Section 42(4)
- Section 48(3)
- Section 49(2)
- Section 146(1) and (2)
- Section 173(1) and (5)
- Section 205(2)

Formalities of Appointment

Appointees under this delegated power shall bear the signature "By authority of the President," indicating the appointment is made with presidential authority but executed by the Secretary of Local Government.

Revocation of Previous Memorandum Order

Memorandum Order No. 168, dated August 16, 1988, which previously dealt with this matter, is explicitly revoked by this Executive Order.

Modification and Revocation of Conflicting Orders

All other orders, rules, and regulations that are inconsistent or in conflict with this Executive Order are likewise modified or revoked to the extent of such conflict.

Effectivity

The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance on November 28, 1988, in Manila.

Authority and Execution

The Executive Order was issued by President Corazon C. Aquino and signed by Executive Secretary Catalino Macaraig, Jr., giving full legal force to the delegation provision.

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