Law Summary
Requirement of Complete Staff Work (CSW)
- Requests must be submitted only after conducting complete staff work.
- Submission to the OP should be after thorough preparation and internal review.
Content Requirements for Requests
- Requests shall include the basic papers and all related documents.
- Must have a covering Memorandum not exceeding two pages.
Justification
- Explanation on the economic, administrative, or other reasons justifying the issuance or approval requested.
Legal Basis
- Must cite the legal authority underpinning the requested issuance or approval.
Agencies Involved
- Enumeration of all departments, agencies, or offices involved or potentially affected by the issuance or approval.
Coordination with Agencies
- Confirmation that necessary coordination or consultations were made with involved or affected agencies.
- Attach copies of comments or recommendations from these agencies, duly signed by their respective department secretaries or heads.
Potential Problems
- Statement describing any anticipated risks, problems, or complications associated with the request.
Fund Availability
- Certification from the agency’s budget or finance officer verifying the availability of funds if the issuance or approval requires funding.
Draft Action Document
- Inclusion of a draft of the dispositive action document to be issued by the OP.
- Subject to adjustment and finalization by the OP.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- Requests failing to comply with these requirements may be returned to the requesting entity for completion of necessary staff work.
Authority and Implementation
- Enforced by the Acting Executive Secretary by authority of the President.
- Issued on September 17, 2004, in Manila.