Title
Functions of the Executive Secretary Reiterated
Law
Op Memorandum Order No. 143
Decision Date
Jul 7, 1993
A memorandum order reaffirms and emphasizes the duties and responsibilities of the Executive Secretary, rescinding previous orders, and granting authority to delegate duties for efficient administration.

Legal basis and what is reiterated

  • OP Memorandum Order No. 143 reiterates the functions of the Executive Secretary as provided in Sec. 27, Ch. 9, Title III, Book III of the Administrative Code of 1987 (Executive Secretary No. 292).
  • The Order expressly treats Sec. 27, Ch. 9, Title III, Book III as the governing legal basis for the Executive Secretary’s functions.

Rescission of prior memoranda

  • OP Memorandum Order No. 143 rescinds Memorandum Order No. 139, s. 1993.
  • OP Memorandum Order No. 143 rescinds all previous memoranda on the matter concerning the functions of the Executive Secretary.

Delegation for efficient administration

  • The Executive Secretary is authorized to delegate duties and functions or responsibilities to the Deputy or Assistant Executive Secretaries.
  • The delegation must be made “as he deems fit” by the Executive Secretary.
  • Delegation is permitted in the interest of the public service.
  • The authorization is expressly framed for the “efficient administration of the Offices of the Executive Secretary.”

Authority, form, and adoption

  • The Order is adopted on 7 July 1993.
  • The President signs the Order as FIDEL V. RAMOS.
  • The Executive Secretary signs By the President as TEOFISTO T. GUINGONA, JR.
  • The Order’s operative provisions take effect immediately upon issuance.

Analyze Cases Smarter, Faster
Jur helps you analyze cases smarter to comprehend faster, building context before diving into full texts. AI-powered analysis, always verify critical details.