Title
Institutionalizing EDSA People Power Legacy
Law
Executive Order No. 82
Decision Date
Feb 22, 1999
Joseph Ejercito Estrada establishes the EDSA People Power Commission to perpetuate the legacy of the 1986 EDSA Revolution, ensuring the promotion of its principles and values through annual commemorations and educational initiatives.
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Creation of the EDSA People Power Commission

  • Establishes the EDSA People Power Commission (the Commission).
  • Commission to coordinate with private groups like the Spirit of EDSA Foundation.
  • Mandated to perpetuate and propagate the spirit of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution.

Functions of the Commission

  • Initiate programs to raise awareness of the Revolution's principles and values.
  • Organize the annual commemoration of the EDSA Revolution every February 25.
  • Manage the People Power Monument continuously.
  • Handle property and logistics of the EDSA Freedom Center, EDSA Museum, and Institute of Freedom and Democracy.
  • Submit regular reports to the President.
  • Perform other functions as directed by the President.

Composition and Membership

  • Chaired by a Cabinet member designated by the President.
  • Co-chaired by a private sector representative appointed by the President.
  • Comprises 25 members serving six-year terms (initial members staggered between three and six years).
  • Members appointed by the President based on recommendations from the Chair and Co-Chair.
  • Lifetime honorary membership granted to former Presidents Corazon C. Aquino and Fidel V. Ramos, and Manila Archbishop Jaime Cardinal Sin.

Secretariat Support

  • Secretariat duties provided by the Chairperson of the Commission.

Funding and Budget

  • Initial allocation of Three Million Pesos from the Secretary of Budget and Management.
  • Future funding included in the regular budget of the Office of the President.
  • Funds from non-government sources accounted separately per accepted accounting standards.
  • Regular financial reporting to the Commission required.

Inter-Agency and Private Sector Cooperation

  • Commission authorized to call on government agencies and instrumentalities for assistance.
  • Private sector groups and individuals may be invited to participate in activities and programs.

Repealing Clause

  • All inconsistent orders and issuances repealed or modified accordingly.

Separability Clause

  • Invalid or unconstitutional provisions do not affect the validity of other provisions.

Effectivity

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon signing.

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