Efficient Processing of Presidential Requests

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MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 21: Efficient Processing of Presidential Requests

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Title Supreme Court: Efficient Processing of Presidential Requests

Law: Memorandum Circular No. 21

Decision Date: May 18, 2023

A memorandum circular in the Philippines establishes stricter standards for processing requests for Presidential issuances, requiring government agencies to comply with Complete Staff Work (CSW) and respond within a specified period, with non-compliance resulting in returned requests or considered no objection.

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Timely Response to Requests for Input or Comments from Designated Offices

Agencies whose inputs or comments are sought by the Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) and its designated deputies/offices must respond within the prescribed timeline.
Failure to respond within the timeframe after confirmed receipt means the agency is deemed to have no objections to the proposal.
If the agency cannot comply within the period due to lack of data, voluminous records, or other valid reasons, it must notify the requesting office in writing.

Participation in Coordination Meetings and Briefings

Agencies shall participate in coordination meetings or briefings as requested by the OES, its deputies, or the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) related to a particular request.

Immediate Effectivity of the Circular

The circular is effective immediately upon issuance on May 18, 2023.

Authority and Formalization

Issued under the authority of the President and signed by the Executive Secretary, ensuring enforcement and observance across government bodies.

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