Designating The Commission On Filipino Overseas As The Lead Agency For The Commemoration Of The Centennial Of Filipino Migration To Hawaii

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES

EXECUTIVE ORDER No. 457

DESIGNATING THE COMMISSION ON FILIPINO OVERSEAS AS THE LEAD AGENCY FOR THE COMMEMORATION OF THE CENTENNIAL OF FILIPINO MIGRATION TO HAWAII

WHEREAS, on December 20, 1906, a group of Filipino plantation workers arrived in Hawaii aboard the Doric, leading the first wave of Filipinos to migrate to Hawaii;

WHEREAS, the first group of Filipinos was followed by subsequent waves of Filipino immigrants who came to settle in Hawaii and also in other parts of the United States, contributing to a migration pattern that continues up to this day;

WHEREAS, today Filipinos with their rich culture and heritage have become a positive influence on mainstream life in Hawaii, with many of them succeeding prominently in their respective professions, in business, politics, government, the academe and the arts;

WHEREAS, while Filipinos in Hawaii have firmly established themselves in their adoptive country, they continue to maintain their strong ties with the Philippines, keep an active interest in its progress, and contribute to the development...

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Summary of Executive Order No. 457

Designation of Lead Agency
- The Commission on Filipino Overseas (CFO) is designated as the lead agency for the commemoration of the Centennial of Filipino Migration to Hawaii. (Section 1)

Agency Support
- The CFO shall coordinate integrated assistance from the following agencies: (Section 2)
    - Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
    - Department of Tourism (DOT)
    - Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
    - Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
    - Department of Education (DepEd)
    - Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) – Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB)
    - Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
    - National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)
    - National Historical Institute (NHI)
    - Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)
- The CFO may also seek assistance from the private sector. (Section 2)

Integrated Assistance
- The CFO shall: (Section 3)
    - Prepare an overall program to commemorate Filipino migration to Hawaii in 1906 onwards, highlighting their contributions.
    - Oversee the implementation of various programs and activities, and encourage wide participation.
    - Coordinate with the Filipino Centennial Celebration Commission in Hawaii and Filipino associations/organizations in the U.S. for joint activities.
    - Organize working groups to coordinate and supervise matters related to the commemorative activities.
    - Mobilize private sector participation in all aspects of the commemorative activities.
    - Perform other functions to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of activities.

Assistance from Other Government Agencies
- The CFO is authorized to call upon all other government departments, agencies, and instrumentalities for assistance and support, and they are directed to extend full cooperation. (Section 4)

Funding
- The CFO may seek grants and accept donations to finance or support its projects, programs, and activities in connection with the commemorative activities. (Section 5)

Period of Existence
- The Commission shall cease to exist after March 31, 2007, after submitting a final report to the Office of the President on all its activities, including an accounting of all moneys received and disbursed. (Section 6)

Separability Clause
- If any part or provision of this Executive Order is held unconstitutional or invalid, other parts or provisions not affected shall continue to be in full force and effect. (Section 7)

Effectivity
- This Executive Order shall take effect immediately. (Section 8)