Law Summary
Purpose and Scope of the Disposal Committees
- The Disposal Committees are tasked with expediting the disposal of unserviceable government equipment and property.
- The impetus for this order includes preventing further deterioration of government properties, especially those exposed to the elements.
- The committees operate at the national and regional levels, with the reconstitution focusing on departmental and agency-level committees.
Withdrawal of Commission on Audit (COA) from Disposal Committees
- COA's withdrawal from membership is a critical context for reconstitution.
- This withdrawal aligns with Section 2(2), Article IX-D of the Philippine Constitution, which lifted the requirement for COA’s pre-audit activities.
- Consequently, adjustments in committee membership were necessary to ensure continued function and compliance.
Legal Authority and Responsibility under R.A. No. 8174
- Section 10 of R.A. No. 8174 assigns the responsibility for disposing of unserviceable, obsolete, and excess government materials to the owning agencies.
- Disposal must be conducted through established committees to ensure proper handling and accountability.
Repealing Clause
- Any executive orders, rules, regulations, or issuances inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or accordingly modified.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.