Law Summary

Introduction

This Memorandum Circular, issued on February 12, 2004, outlines the reassignment of specific responsibilities within the Office of the President/Office of the Executive Secretary, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of governmental operations.

Reassignment of Responsibilities

• Deputy Executive Secretary for Legal Affairs:

  • Manuel B. Gaite is assigned the responsibility for processing all Presidential issuances including Executive Orders, Proclamations, Administrative Orders, Memorandum Orders, and Memorandum Circulars.

• Deputy Executive Secretary for Pardons and Clemency:

  • Arthur P. Autea retains responsibility for processing pardons, parole, and executive clemency.
  • He is also tasked with reviewing and resolving appealed cases assigned by the Executive Secretary or endorsed by the Deputy Executive Secretary for Legal Affairs.

• Deputy Executive Secretary for Regional and Community Development:

  • Jose T. Tale is assigned to assist the Executive Secretary with regional and community development concerns. His responsibilities include:
    • Overseeing the Cabinet Officers for Regional Development (CORD) System as per Administrative Order No. 34, dated May 2, 2002.
    • Coordinating with the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) and the KALAHI Program, focusing on poverty reduction initiatives, including Gawad Kalinga.
    • Promoting a debt-for-poverty reduction scheme.
    • Working with the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) concerning priority socialized housing projects.
    • Other functions as may be assigned by the President or the Executive Secretary.

Amendments to Prior Circulars

• The Memorandum Circular No. 47 dated August 15, 2003, along with other previous memorandum orders or circulars that are inconsistent with this directive, are amended and modified accordingly.

Effectivity

• This Memorandum Circular is effective immediately upon issuance.

Signature

• The document is signed by Alberto G. Romulo, Executive Secretary, by authority of the President.

Key Takeaways

• The Memorandum Circular reassigns critical functions within the Office of the President, specifically to enhance the processing of presidential issuances and to improve coordination in community development initiatives.
• Key officials and their specific responsibilities have been clearly outlined, ensuring accountability within their designated areas.
• The Circular modifies previous directives, reflecting a streamlined approach to governance within the Office of the Executive Secretary.
• Immediate effectivity emphasizes the urgency and importance of these changes for operational efficiency in public service.