Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 381)
The primary purpose of Republic Act No. 381 is to create the municipality of Malay in the Province of Capiz by separating it from the municipality of Buruanga.
The new municipality of Malay includes the poblacion of Malay (seat of local government) and the following barrios: Dumlog, Cabolihan, Balosbos, Maba-oy, Cubay Norte, Cubay Sur, Cogon, Argao, Sai Viray, Caticlan, Manoc Manoc, Balabag, and Na-asog.
The new municipality of Malay was separated from the municipality of Buruanga in the Province of Capiz.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to appoint the first elective officials of the newly created municipality of Malay until their successors are elected and qualified.
Republic Act No. 381 took effect upon its approval on June 15, 1949.
The seat of local government for the municipality of Malay is the poblacion of Malay.
The appointed officials will hold office until their successors are elected and qualified through elections.
The municipality of Malay is located in the Province of Capiz.
Republic Act No. 381 was enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled.
Republic Act No. 381 does not specify any penalties for violation within the text of the law.