Composition of the Commission
- The Commission consists of up to 25 members appointed by the President.
- Members must be individuals of national standing, possessing recognized competence on government structures and powers.
- Specific representation includes:
- Three retired Supreme Court justices
- One representative from the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)
- Chairpersons of the Senate and House Committees on Constitutional Amendments
- Four representatives from the academe
- Representatives from the business, women, youth, religious (two), media, local government units, labor, and agricultural sectors
Qualifications of Members
- Members must be natural-born Filipino citizens and qualified voters.
- They must exhibit recognized probity, independence, nationalism, and patriotism.
Leadership
- The President appoints a Chairperson who presides over meetings and proceedings of the Commission.
Powers and Functions
- The Commission has authority to determine its own rules of procedure.
- It must conduct consultations with the Filipino people concerning its mandate.
Secretariat Support
- The Commission is assisted by a Secretariat headed by an Executive Director appointed by the President.
Appropriation and Funding
- The sum of Three Million Pesos (P3,000,000.00) is appropriated for the operational expenses of the Commission.
- Funding sourced from the Office of the President's funds, subject to standard accounting and auditing rules.
Time Frame and Reporting
- The Commission is mandated to commence work on January 1, 1999.
- It must complete its work and present recommendations to the President on or before June 30, 1999.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance on November 26, 1998.