Law Summary
Foundation and Integration with Other Initiatives
- Built upon Executive Order No. 75 which created the Kilusang Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran (KKK) Program.
- Letter of Instructions No. 1306 adopted the KKK Integrated Land Resource Management Program as a key strategy within the KKK.
- Incorporates financial instruments known as Shares in Kabuhayan, backed by guarantees from the Republic of the Philippines.
- Presidential Proclamation No. 2282 reclassified certain public domain lands as agricultural for agro-forestry, aligned with government reforestation and livelihood programs.
Operational Framework and Administrative Structure
- Establishes a Joint Program Office comprising the Ministry of Human Settlements and the Ministry of Natural Resources.
- This office is responsible for the direction, supervision, and coordination of the program.
- Systematic implementation of all guidelines, systems, and procedures as outlined in the Plan of Operations.
Funding and Financial Provisions
- An initial front-end investment of P200 million will finance the program.
- Funding sources include the Human Settlements Development Corporation and/or the 1983 KKK/Project Development and Management Fund budget.
- Program revenues are expected to reimburse this initial investment.
Duties and Responsibilities of Involved Agencies
- All concerned agencies are mandated to exert maximum effort toward fulfilling program objectives.
- Emphasis on achieving results with efficiency, economy, and effectiveness.
Legal Authority and Implementation
- The program and its operational framework are established by a direct order from the President of the Philippines.
- Amendments or supplements to the Plan of Operations may be made as necessary.
- The directive ensures legal backing and clear lines of authority for successful program realization.